Hospice (Fee-for-Service)

The Hospice file contains claims submitted by Medicare hospice providers. Records are included in the file regardless of whether the beneficiary is enrolled in fee-for-service (FFS) Medicare or Medicare Advantage (Medicare managed care.) 

This file is based on information from the CMS form 1450 (UB04).

What does this file include? (variable highlights)

  • The level of hospice care received (e.g., home health aide, skilled nursing care)
  • Diagnosis (ICD diagnosis codes)
  • The dates of service
  • Submitted charges
  • Reimbursement amounts
  • Hospice provider number

Availability of this file

Availability:
CY 1999-2021

Date Requests Can Be Accepted for Upcoming Releases:

CY 2022 available 11/2023

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