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Does Medicare Cover Palliative Care in Assisted Living Facilities?
Date Updated: July 26, 2024
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Rachel Lustbader is a writer and editor with a background in healthcare and technology. Her work has been published on websites including HealthCare.com, BiteSizeBio.com, BetterHelp.com, Caring.com, and PayingforSeniorCare.com. She studied health science and public health at Boston University.
Both of Rachel’s grandmothers had very positive experiences in senior living communities, and Rachel saw firsthand the impact that kind, committed caregivers and community managers can have on seniors’ and their family members’ lives. With her work at Caring, Rachel hopes to help other families find communities, caregivers, and at-home products that benefit elderly loved ones and make life less stressful for family caregivers
What is palliative care?
You or a loved one may benefit from palliative care to improve the quality of life with a serious chronic illness. Unlike hospice, palliative care doesn’t require the individual to have a terminal diagnosis. You can receive palliative care and treatments aimed at curing your illness at the same time.
What palliative care services does Medicare cover?
Your Medicare plan may pay for a consultation with a palliative care provider. You can also receive coverage for medication management and coordination. If you have a prescription drug plan through Medicare Part D, it can pay for medications prescribed by your palliative care provider.