Does Medicaid Cover Hospice Care in Minnesota?
Yes. Every state Medicaid program covers hospice on essentially the same terms as Medicare — fully covered for eligible terminal patients.
Medicaid hospice coverage mirrors Medicare hospice: no deductible, no copay for services, life expectancy 6 months or less. The team provides nurses, aides, chaplains, social workers, medications for the terminal condition, and medical equipment.
If the hospice patient is in a Medicaid-certified nursing home, Medicaid may cover both the hospice services and the room and board separately — a key benefit for patients who cannot be cared for at home.
What is covered
- Hospice nursing, aide, chaplain, social worker
- Medications for the terminal condition
- Medical equipment
- Room and board in some nursing home settings
- Bereavement support for the family
What is not covered
- Curative treatment for the terminal illness
Hospice Care providers in Minnesota
We track 80 hospice care providers in Minnesota. Of those, 80 have confirmed Medicaid acceptance in our data.
Browse all hospice care providers in MinnesotaWho qualifies for Medicaid?
- Income below your state's Medicaid limit (varies by state and household size)
- Assets below the state limit (usually around $2,000 for the applicant, with spousal protections)
- U.S. citizen or qualified immigrant
- Resident of the state where you apply
How to apply
- 1.Apply through your state Medicaid office or the federal Marketplace at HealthCare.gov
- 2.Provide proof of income, assets, residency, and identity
- 3.For long-term care Medicaid, work with an elder-law attorney if assets need spend-down planning
Official source: Medicaid.gov
Other ways to pay for hospice care in Minnesota
If Medicaid doesn't cover what you need, here are the other options families use:
Medicare is federal health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with disabilities. It covers medical care but not long-term custodial care.
The VA provides several benefits for veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities, including the Aid & Attendance pension that pays $1,500 to $2,700 per month.
Long-term care insurance is a private policy that pays for services Medicare does not cover, like extended stays in assisted living, memory care, or a nursing home.
Private pay means paying for care with your own funds: savings, Social Security, pensions, home equity, or family contributions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicaid cover hospice care in Minnesota?
Yes. Every state Medicaid program covers hospice on essentially the same terms as Medicare — fully covered for eligible terminal patients.
What does Medicaid cover for hospice care?
Hospice nursing, aide, chaplain, social worker Also: Medications for the terminal condition Also: Medical equipment Also: Room and board in some nursing home settings Also: Bereavement support for the family
Who qualifies for Medicaid?
Income below your state's Medicaid limit (varies by state and household size) Assets below the state limit (usually around $2,000 for the applicant, with spousal protections) U.S. citizen or qualified immigrant Resident of the state where you apply
How do I apply for Medicaid?
Apply through your state Medicaid office or the federal Marketplace at HealthCare.gov Provide proof of income, assets, residency, and identity For long-term care Medicaid, work with an elder-law attorney if assets need spend-down planning
What are the alternatives to Medicaid for hospice care in Minnesota?
Common alternatives include: Medicare, VA Benefits, Long-Term Care Insurance, Private Pay. Which works best depends on your loved one's income, assets, veteran status, and whether they have a long-term care insurance policy.
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