Is Hospice Care Expensive?
Hospice is fully covered for most patients.
When families reach out to Hospice of the Piedmont, one of the first questions we often hear is, “How much does hospice cost?” You may be relieved to hear that Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance plans include hospice benefits that cover 100% of hospice services. This coverage includes expert nursing care, medications related to the hospice diagnosis, equipment, and emotional and spiritual support.
And as a not-for-profit, Hospice of the Piedmont never makes care decisions based on someone’s ability to pay. So you can focus on what really matters — time with your loved one.
WHAT HOSPICE BENEFITS COVER
Nursing & Aide Visits
Skilled nursing care and hospice aide visits at home, in a facility, or in one of our inpatient hospice facilities.
Medications
Medications related to the hospice diagnosis and symptom management.
Equipment & Supplies
Hospital bed, oxygen, and necessary supplies provided through your hospice benefits.
Inpatient Care
Care in our hospice facilities is available for intensive symptom management and respite care to give family caregivers a break.
24/7 On-Call Support
A clinical team available around the clock, 365 days a year — included in your benefits.
Bereavement Counseling
Grief support for family members before a loved one’s passing and for up to 13 months afterward.
We Are Here to Help
After completing the form, a member of our Admissions and Referral team will be in contact with you. If you have not received a call back within 24 hours (or the next business day), please call 336-889-8446.
Your information is private and will only be used to connect you with our care team. We will never share your details with third parties.
Not Sure If It's Time for Hospice?
Take our short assessment to help you decide if hospice care may be right for your loved one.
Think you need hospice care?
The following questionnaire may help you decide if hospice care is the right care for you.
What Families Are Saying
How Hospice Care is Paid For
The Medicare Hospice Benefit covers 100% of hospice services for Medicare beneficiaries who meet eligibility criteria. No copays, no deductibles.
Most state Medicaid programs offer hospice benefits similar to Medicare. The majority of private insurance plans cover hospice as well — our admissions team verifies your specific benefits before care begins.
If you don’t have insurance, Hospice of the Piedmont still provides care regardless of someone’s ability to pay. Generous community gifts make this commitment possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Anyone can make a hospice referral – individuals, family members, caregivers, neighbors and friends.
You don’t have to wait for a doctor or hospital referral. You can reach out to us directly. To make a referral to Hospice of the Piedmont or Hospice of Randolph, call us at 336.889.8446 or fill out our referral form.
Hospice is fully covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance plans. This coverage includes expert nursing care, medications, equipment and emotional and spiritual support – at no cost to you.
If you don’t have insurance, Hospice of the Piedmont provides care regardless of someone’s ability to pay. Generous community gifts make this commitment possible.
A typical hospice care team includes a hospice provider, a registered nurse case manager, a hospice aide (CNA), a licensed social worker, a chaplain, volunteers, and a bereavement counselor – plus 24/7 on-call clinical support.
Hospice services include:
- Expert care from the full hospice team (hospice provider, nurse, aide, social worker, chaplain, bereavement counselor, and volunteer)
- Medications related to the hospice diagnosis and symptom management
- Durable medical equipment and necessary supplies
- Inpatient care in our hospice facilities for intensive symptom management and respite care to give family caregivers a break
- 24/7 on-call support
- Emotional and spiritual support
- Bereavement care both before and after a loss
Our team will help you understand your specific coverage before care begins. We will explain what support is available and what choosing hospice may look like for you or your loved one. Your questions will be met with compassion and honest answers each step of the way.
Questions About Hospice Coverage?
Our team can verify your benefits before care begins. Call or fill out the secure referral form — there’s no cost or obligation to ask.