Hospice Costs by State
Understanding the cost of hospice is an important step in planning care for your loved one.
Hospice Cost Calculator
Good news: Most hospice care is fully covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans.
If your loved one is eligible (typically a 6-month or less prognosis), the hospice benefit covers:
- Nursing care, medical equipment, and supplies
- Pain management and prescription drugs
- Counseling and social services
- Up to 5 days of inpatient respite care
How to pay for hospice
- Private pay: savings, retirement income, family contributions
- Long-term care insurance: if purchased before care is needed
- VA benefits: Aid & Attendance for eligible veterans
- Medicaid: for low-income seniors meeting state requirements
- Reverse mortgage / home equity: tap into home value
- Life insurance conversion: sell or convert existing policies
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