Vedanth Bhartee
Writer · Reviewed by Richard ChanUpdated Jun 12, 2026
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Medicare Part B covers advance care planning, allowing beneficiaries to discuss their healthcare wishes and end-of-life options with their doctor.
This planning can be done as part of the Annual Wellness Visit with no out-of-pocket costs, though standard copayments apply if billed separately.
Medicare provides comprehensive hospice care coverage under Part A for terminally ill patients with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Confronting our own mortality is never easy, but the reality is that end-of-life planning is an essential responsibility—whether you're a healthy 27-year-old or someone facing a serious illness. Too often, the emotional weight of this topic causes people to procrastinate, leaving their families with painful logistical burdens. In our conversation with Will Craig, CEO of Eldr, we explore practical, compassionate strategies to take the guesswork and anxiety out of legacy planning, ensuring you can leave behind a lasting impact rather than a maze of unresolved decisions.