What Other Services Can You Receive While on Hospice Care? | Medicare, VA & Insurance Explained

Many families believe that once hospice begins, every other healthcare service has to stop. That isn’t always true. In this episode, I explain the difference between palliative care and hospice, what services usually stop, what services may continue, and how Medicare, Medicare Advantage, private insurance, and VA benefits may provide additional support while someone is receiving hospice care. In this episode you’ll learn: • The difference between palliative care and hospice care • Which treatments and services usually stop when hospice begins • Additional services that may still be available through your insurance • Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage • Private insurance considerations • VA benefits and hospice • Questions every family should ask before making important care decisions Every insurance plan is different. Every state has different programs. Always contact your insurance company to understand exactly what benefits are available under your plan. CMS Palliative Care Information: https://www.cms.gov/medicare-medicaid... For more free caregiver education in English and Gujarati, subscribe to ‪@NurseRupal‬ Need personalized guidance? Visit: https://NurseRupal.com #HospiceCare #PalliativeCare #CaregiverSupport #Medicare #NurseRupal