Nebraska Administrative Code
Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM
Title 471 - NEBRASKA MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SERVICES
Chapter 36 - MEDICAID HOSPICE BENEFIT
Section 471-36-001 - HOSPICE SERVICES

These regulations govern the Medicaid Hospice Benefit, a comprehensive package of services available to current Medicaid clients of all ages. Clients may voluntarily choose hospice services as the care option for their terminal illness. Hospice services include nursing services, physician services, medical social services, counseling services, home health aide/homemaker, medical equipment, medical supplies, drugs and biologicals, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, volunteer services and pastoral care services. These services are offered based on individually assessed needs and choices of terminally ill clients and their families for palliative care and support.