Frequently Asked Questions

In addition to Medicare and Medicaid, some private insurance policies may also cover hospice care. However, coverage under private insurance can vary widely depending on the terms of the policy and the insurance provider. Individuals with private insurance need to review their policy documents or contact their insurance company directly to understand what hospice benefits are available to them. Overall, hospice care is intended to be a compassionate and supportive service available to individuals facing the end of life, and coverage through Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance can help ensure that patients receive the care and support they need during this difficult time.

Dignity Hospice offers complete coverage of medications directly related to a patient’s hospice diagnosis as well as medications for comfort. Upon the initial assessment, Dignity’s Registered Nurse (RN) Case Managers thoroughly review and discuss a patient’s medications with the patient and/or family directly, as well as with Dignity’s Medical Director. Dignity’s Medical Director ultimately determines which medications will be covered.

Dignity Hospice also provides any necessary Durable Medical Equipment (DME). All DME is delivered wherever a patient calls “home”, free of charge, to assist with comfort, safety and quality of life. Upon admission, Dignity’s RN Case Managers work with the patient and their family to discuss their specific DME needs and answer any questions they might have. A patient’s equipment may include, but is not limited to, a wheelchair, walker, hospital bed, bedside table, bedside commode, oxygen, etc.

Finally, when needed, Dignity Hospice provides any necessary medical supplies such as briefs, wipes, gloves, wound care supplies, etc. These items are ordered by Dignity’s RN Case Managers and are delivered to the patient’s home, free of charge

The Medicare hospice benefit is a lifetime benefit, meaning as long as an individual qualifies, they are entitled to the services. In other words, you cannot “use up” your hospice benefits. We encourage individuals to consider electing their hospice entitlement earlier, rather than later, so as to enjoy the full benefits of the service.

Dignity Hospice is available 24 hours-a-day/7 days-a-week and is proud to offer a two-hour response time for all hospice consultations/assessments. If you or your loved one are needing to start hospice care, or if you’re simply interested in learning more, we are here to help. To learn more, please give us a call at (720) 222-3315.

Hospice care occurs wherever you call home. This can include, residential homes, residential apartments, townhouses, condos, independent living, assisted living or memory care or skilled nursing/long term care communities.

You have the right to choose any provider, services or offerings that feels right to you.