Medical Disclaimer

Last updated: October 14, 2026

General information only

Our Hospice Guide and directory explain hospice care in general terms. The content is based on research from official and published sources, such as Medicare.gov, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the National Institutes of Health and other reputable organizations, which we cite on each page. It is meant to help you understand your options and prepare questions. It cannot take into account your own medical history, diagnosis or situation.

Talk with a professional

Decisions about hospice, palliative care, treatment, medications and end-of-life care should be made with the patient’s doctor and care team. Never ignore professional medical advice or delay getting it because of something you read here.

Medical review

Our guides are written and edited by our editorial team from the sources cited. Unless a page says it was reviewed by a named, credentialed clinician, it has not been medically reviewed. See our editorial policy.

Medicare and coverage information

Medicare rules, eligibility and coverage change. Information about benefits and costs is a general summary, not a promise of coverage. Confirm your coverage with Medicare at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), on Medicare.gov or with your insurer.

Hospice listings

Listings and data come from public records and from hospices themselves. A listing, a “Verified” badge or a “Featured” placement is not a recommendation or a judgment about quality of care. Compare hospices on Medicare Care Compare and ask each hospice your questions directly.

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To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not responsible for any decision you make or action you take based on information on this site. See our terms of use.

If you or someone you care for is in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911.