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Skilled Nursing Facilities: Paying for Care

Rates for most facilities vary according to the room, single or multiple occupancy, and level of care required. Basic rates include room and board, and the standard level of nursing care provided by the facility. (Medicare in Skilled Nursing Facilties) Additional fees include but are not limited to physician's fees and prescribed medications. Prior to admission, it is essential to determine the specific nature and cost of any additional charges.

Rates for home based care also vary depending upon level of service (e.g., homemaking, home health aide, or nursing services), individual agency rates, and established rates for specific geographic areas. Prior to contracting for services, it is advisable to make inquiries regarding rates and services. Contacting several agencies allows for both service and rate comparisons.

Because long term care is costly, prolonged care can quickly deplete individual or family savings. While some home based and nursing care costs may be defrayed by private medical and disability insurance policies, long-term care is most often financed through personal funds and/or state and federal medical assistance programs. (2)

Durable Medical Equipment:
Information on durable medical equipment/claims.
1-800-842-2052
Massachusetts MassHealth/Medicaid Application    
& Information Center:
1-800-242-1340
1-800-841-2900
MassPRO Hotline:
Appeals for hospital discharges and quality of medicall care complaints review.
1-800-252-5533
Mass Health (Medicaid):1-888-665-9993
Medicare Part A:
Information on Part A coverage and claims.
1-888-896-4997
Medicare Part B:
Information on Part B coverage and claims.
1-800-882-1228
Medicare Advocacy Project:
Advice and free legal representation to older and disabled MA residents.
1-800-323-3205
National Medicare Hotline:
All Medicare Questions.
1-800-633-4227
TTY:1-877-486-2048
Pharmacy Program:
Financial aid for prescriptions.
1-800-243-4636


    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
    U.S. Gov't Medicare Website
    When is the Right Time to Apply for MassHealth?
    Understanding Long Term Care Insurance

Definition of Medicare Definition of Medicaid

   

Skilled Nursing Facilities

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