Counseling Locations and Appointments
Last Updated:
6/30/2010
Hospice Care is for people with a terminal illness, and your doctor must certify that you are expected to live 6 months or less. Coverage includes drugs for pain relief and symptom management; medical, nursing, social services; and other services. A Medicare-approved hospice usually gives hospice care in your home (or other facility like a nursing home). In 2010, you pay $0 for Hospice Care, and a copayment of up to $5 per prescription for outpatient prescription drugs for pain and symptom management. You also pay 5% of the Medicare-approved amount for inpatient respite care (short-term care given by another caregiver, so the usual caregiver can rest).