The Growing Industry of Hospice in Nevada
When deciding where to go for hospice care, Nevada is among the top states in the U.S. This state has some of the best hospice facilities available and has seen a substantial increase in applications over the last few years. Because hospice is available so widely in Nevada, it is one of the few states that allows families to both choose and combine their care plans from a large number of qualified providers who accept Medicare. It is also one of the few states that offers payment options for families, including those with supplemental security income (SSI) or Medicaid. Although there are other types of care that families in Nevada can choose from, particularly in the areas of palliative care and holistic care, the overwhelming majority of Nevada hospice providers are voluntary. Care at hospice is provided through hospitals or homes that are certified to provide hospice care. This care is not usually covered by any Medicare or other insurance plans, nor will it be billed as a medical