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Start a Hospice Care Agency
We guide you step by step—from licensing to launch—to create a fully compliant, patient-centered, and thriving hospice care service.
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Let’s Make Hospice Care Simple to Understand
A Hospice Care Agency is a licensed healthcare service that provides compassionate, end-of-life care for individuals with terminal illnesses—offering medical support, pain management, emotional comfort, and guidance for both patients and their families.
Hospice care focuses on quality of life, ensuring patients can spend their final days in peace, dignity, and comfort—often in the familiarity of their own home or a home-like setting. A team delivers care of professionals, including nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains, addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Best of all, you can start a hospice care agency using your facility, a leased space, or by delivering services directly in patients’ homes—making it a deeply meaningful and flexible business for mission-driven entrepreneurs.
Your Licensing Journey in 4 Clear Steps
From discovery call to approval, we make launching your Hospice Care Business smooth, guided, and stress-free.
Step 1
Free Consultation Call
Step 2
Documentation
Step 3
Application Processing
Step 4
License Approval
Why Choose Consult Atlas Foundation? Here’s What Sets Us Apart
Nonprofit & Affordable
We’re a mission-driven nonprofit, focused on providing affordable, high-impact support to healthcare entrepreneurs.
Complete Hospice Business Plan
We guide you step-by-step with a personalized plan designed to launch and grow your hospice care business.
Exclusive Membership Benefits
Access our AGC platform to create your public profile and train your own AI to represent your agency online.
Interest-Free Micro Instalment
We ease your journey with zero-interest, collateral-free micro installments, letting you grow based on your vision—not your assets.
Dedicated Personal Support
Get hands-on guidance and mentorship throughout your journey from our experienced team.
Digital Launch
We equip you with everything needed to establish a strong online presence—website, domain, secure emails, and cloud tools—all professionally managed and ready to scale. This all-in-one package ensures your business is visible, secure, and client-ready from day one.
We Offer the Following Licensure Services to Start a Hospice Business
Freedom Meets Purpose: Build a Hospice Care Agency Your Way
Flexible Hours
With the right team, you don’t have to be on-site 24/7
Work From Home
Many states allow in-home operations with proper licensing
Serve Your Passion
Choose from multiple populations — seniors, veterans, youth, etc.
Breaking Down the Profit Potential of Hospice Care Agencies
Starting a hospice care agency isn’t just a way to make a profound difference in people’s lives—it’s also a strong opportunity to build a stable, high-revenue business. When structured correctly, hospice care combines mission-driven work with predictable reimbursement models, primarily through Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance.
The Basics of Hospice Profitability
The formula is straightforward:
Monthly Revenue – Monthly Expenses = Monthly Profit
Let’s break that down using realistic hospice care figures.
In the U.S., the average daily reimbursement rate for Medicare-covered hospice care ranges from $150 to $200 per patient, depending on the level of care and location. With multiple patients under care—whether at home, in a hospice house, or in assisted living—you can generate consistent revenue.
Overhead is focused on staffing (nurses, aides, social workers), medical supplies, medications, and administrative compliance. Many hospice agencies partner with pharmacies and equipment suppliers for cost-efficient operations.
Typical Net Profit Margins for well-managed hospice agencies range from 15% to 25%, with potential for growth as your patient census increases.
Estimated Monthly Profit Based on Census
| Patients | Monthly Revenue (avg. $5,000/patient) | Profit @ 15% Margin | Profit @ 25% Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | $50,000 | $7,500 | $12,500 |
| 15 | $75,000 | $11,250 | $18,750 |
| 20 | $100,000 | $15,000 | $25,000 |
Note: Revenue and margins may vary based on patient volume, location, payer mix, and whether services are reimbursed through Medicare, Medicaid, VA benefits, or private pay.
Multiple Income Streams = Financial Stability
Hospice care agencies can draw revenue from several sources, including:
Medicare Hospice Benefit (Primary funding for most patients)
- Medicaid Hospice Programs (State-administered end-of-life care coverage)
- Private Insurance Plans (Commercial reimbursements)
- VA Benefits (For qualifying veterans)
- Private Pay (Higher-margin, personalized end-of-life care packages)
This mix of funding ensures consistent cash flow, minimizes dependency on one payer, and allows for sustainable growth as your census expands.
Start a Hospice Care Agency That Changes Lives — Including Yours
Whether you’re curious or committed, your journey starts here.
Nonprofit Support for Those Ready to Provide Compassionate End-of-Life Care
At Consult Atlas Foundation, our mission is simple—we’re a nonprofit organization dedicated to solving the healthcare crisis, not profiting from it. We believe that financial limitations should never prevent someone from bringing dignity, comfort, and compassion to those in their final stages of life.
That’s why we help individuals with limited resources start hospice care agencies that serve patients, support families, and make a lasting difference in their communities. By turning everyday people into mission-driven hospice providers, we’re creating real change—empowering individuals to build meaningful careers while ensuring patients receive the care they deserve.
With Consult Atlas Foundation, you can save up to $13,000 on starting a hospice care agency compared to for-profit consultants. That’s nearly 50% in savings—all while working with a nonprofit foundation committed to affordability, compassion, and community impact.
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FAQ's
What makes Consult Atlas Foundation different from other hospice care startup consultants?
We’re a nonprofit foundation focused on solving the healthcare crisis—not capitalizing on it. Our goal is to make starting a hospice care agency affordable and accessible while providing expert, step-by-step guidance.
How much can I save by working with Consult Atlas Foundation?
You can save up to $13,000 when starting a hospice care agency compared to for-profit consultants, about 50% in savings.
What’s the difference between a skilled and non-skilled hospice care agency?
A skilled hospice agency offers advanced medical services by licensed professionals (e.g., nurses, therapists), while a non-skilled agency focuses on comfort care, emotional support, and basic assistance without advanced medical procedures.
Do I need medical experience to start a hospice care agency?
Not necessarily. While medical staff are required to deliver care, you can own and operate a hospice agency as a non-medical professional by focusing on administration, compliance, and business growth.
Will Consult Atlas Foundation help me with licensing and Medicare/Medicaid certification?
Yes. We provide step-by-step guidance through licensing, policy development, compliance, and the certification process needed to accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance.
Can I run my hospice care agency from home?
Yes, in many states, hospice services can be coordinated from a home office while patient care is provided in the patient’s residence, assisted living facility, or dedicated hospice center—depending on state regulations.
How long does it take to start a hospice care agency?
The process can take 4 to 8 months, depending on your state’s licensing requirements, payer certifications, and staffing setup.
What kind of training will I receive?
We provide training on compliance, operations, patient care coordination, staff management, and billing processes for Medicare, Medicaid, and private payers.
Will you help me find patients for my hospice care agency?
Yes. Along with startup support, we offer marketing guidance, referral networking strategies, and tools to connect with physicians, hospitals, and community organizations.
Why should I start a hospice care agency now?
The demand for hospice care continues to grow rapidly due to an aging population and increased awareness of palliative care benefits. By starting now with nonprofit support, you can build a meaningful business while filling a vital community need.