Does Insurance Cover Hospice or End Of Life Care?
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This video focuses on hospice care, particularly for those over 65, a group predominantly insured by Medicare. Below are some key takeaways:
Primary Demographic for Hospice Care: Over 80% of individuals requiring hospice care are 65 or older and are mostly covered by Medicare or Medicaid.
Private Insurance Coverage: Most private insurance plans do cover hospice and end-of-life care, albeit sometimes only partially.
Common Requirements for Coverage:
The patient must be diagnosed with a terminal illness with a prognosis of six months or less.
The patient must have ceased curative treatments before entering hospice care.
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