Tanner Hospice Care is covered under most private insurance plans and Medicare and Medicaid in Georgia.

Additionally, private donations and community support allow us to provide hospice services based on need rather than the ability to pay.

What is covered under Medicare hospice care?

Medicare hospice care is designed to provide comfort and support for individuals with a terminal illness or life-limiting condition.

Services focus on enhancing quality of life and may include:

The primary goal is to alleviate suffering, maintain dignity and allow patients to remain in the comfort of their home or a hospice facility.

How long will Medicare cover hospice care?

Medicare covers hospice care as long as a physician certifies that the patient has a terminal illness with a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness follows its normal course.

Coverage begins with two 90-day periods, followed by unlimited 60-day periods, provided the patient continues to meet hospice eligibility criteria. The hospice team and physician regularly assess the patient’s condition to ensure ongoing eligibility, allowing individuals to receive continuous, compassionate care for as long as it is medically appropriate.

Paying for hospice without Medicare

If Medicare coverage is not available, there are several other ways to fund hospice care:

A hospice provider or financial counselor can guide you through options, help navigate insurance and identify resources to make care more affordable. Tanner Hospice Care is committed to ensuring comfort, dignity and support for patients and families — regardless of their financial situation.

For questions or to discuss coverage options, call 770-214-2355.