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Charges
Payment for hospice services can be made through Medicare, Medicaid, worker's compensation, private insurance or private pay. For most services, there is no cost to patients if they qualify for Medicare. Some insurance companies may require pre-certification and may limit the length and type of hospice services Alacare can provide. Additionally, a deductible or a co-payment for service may be required.
Patients will be informed of any additional charges for services not covered under Medicare or other insurance before they receive such services. Before or at the time of admission, patients, guardians, caregivers or family members will be informed about all charges and payment methods. Alacare will provide patients (or the individual responsible for payment) with an estimate of such possible service charges. Alacare will not admit or continue to visit patients if Alacare cannot meet their needs, either directly or indirectly through service agreements with other home health agencies.
