Coverage:
Medicare Part Acovers hospice services if an individual is anticipated to pass away within the coming six months.  This does not mean that this has to occur.  A physician simpy needs to document that it would not be unexpected if this were to occur in the coming 6 months.. 

Hospice services can be provided for two 90-day periods and an unlimited number of additional 60-day periods. You or your health care guardian must indicate in writing your decision to receive hospice care instead of other Medicare benefits.

For up-to-date information and assistance with questions about hospice, call Hospice of Missoula at 406-543-4408).