Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Guidance, Support, and Answers for Your Hospice Journey.
01. What is hospice care?
Hospice care is specialized medical care for individuals with a life-limiting illness, focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life — not on curing the illness.
02. Who pays for hospice?
Most hospice care is fully covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans. Coverage typically includes medications, supplies, and equipment related to the terminal illness.
03. When should we consider hospice?
Hospice may be appropriate when a physician certifies that life expectancy is six months or less if the illness follows its usual course, and when the focus shifts from cure to comfort.
04. Can hospice be provided at home?
Yes. At Zion Care Services LLC, we specialize in in-home hospice care so patients can remain in the comfort of their own surroundings.
05. Can patients leave hospice if they change their mind?
Yes. At Zion Care Services LLC, we specialize in in-home hospice care so patients can remain in the comfort of their own surroundings.
