PACE Southeast Michigan frequently asked questions: Answering your questions for better care
Have questions about PACE Southeast Michigan, including eligibility, cost, transportation, meals and more? We have the answers.
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PACE stands for “Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly.” PACE is a comprehensive, coordinated health care program sponsored by Medicare, Medicaid and private funds, which provides medically necessary care and services.
About PACEPACE Southeast Michigan is a nursing home alternative to eligible individuals who wish to stay in their homes as long as possible. PACE Southeast Michigan is focused on preventive care and services in your home, community and the health center.
To be eligible for our program, you must be aged 55 years or older, certified by the State of Michigan as needing nursing home care, able to live safely in the community at the time of enrollment with the support of PACE Southeast Michigan and live in the PACE Southeast Michigan service area.
Do I qualify?Yes. If you meet the income and assets limits to qualify for Medicaid, the program pays for a portion of your monthly premium; Medicare pays for the rest. Individuals who do not qualify for Medicaid are responsible for the portion of the monthly premium Medicaid would pay. PACE Southeast Michigan staff can help determine a person’s Medicaid eligibility.
Most PACE Southeast Michigan participants come to our day center two or three days a week, while others may attend five days a week or only a few days a month. Your care team will help create a plan with you to determine what is best for you and your individual needs.
All prescription and non-prescription drugs, along with all office visits deemed necessary by the interdisciplinary team, are completely covered by PACE Southeast Michigan. As long as you are enrolled with PACE Southeast Michigan, you will never have an out-of-pocket cost for health care.
PACE Southeast Michigan makes sure you have the necessary care you need 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. You will never be without access to assistance, day or night. Our registered nurses, physicians and center administrators are only a phone call away.
Once you are enrolled, transportation is provided by PACE Southeast Michigan to the day health center, appointments to medical specialists and activities arranged by our interdisciplinary team. A specially equipped bus picks you up at home and brings you to the day health center. Families may also choose to transport their loved ones to PACE Southeast Michigan.
You are free to disenroll and resume your benefits in traditional Medicare and Medicaid programs at any time.
For more information about PACE Southeast Michigan or to speak to one of our elder care representatives, please call (855) 445-4554 or fill out our contact form.