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Starting hospice care can come with a lot of paperwork, but not everything has to feel like a burden. One of the first steps in the process is providing the Medicare Beneficiary Identifier, or MBI. It may look like a random code, but it's essential to making sure care starts on time and without complications.
The MBI is a unique, 11-character ID assigned to every person enrolled in Medicare. It replaced the old system that used Social Security numbers, helping protect your identity and reduce fraud. It's used on all Medicare documents and is required for billing and verification. Your MBI might look something like this: 1EG4TE5MK72. Each one is:
We request your MBI early because it lets us:
Without it, hospice care might be delayed, especially if Medicare is your primary coverage.
Your MBI is printed on your red, white, and blue Medicare card. If you don't have the card handy, you can retrieve the number by:
If you're assisting a loved one, having their Medicare card ready can make enrollment smoother. And if it's missing, our team can guide you through how to locate or request a new one.
No. Your benefits don't change based on the MBI. It simply identifies you in Medicare's system so care can start quickly. Once we have the number, we can:
Even if your Medicare card hasn't arrived, we can still help. The number may be accessible online or over the phone, and in some cases, temporary documentation can be used to get started. At Pallatus, we focus on what truly matters: making hospice care seamless and supportive from the start. Having your MBI ready helps us bring care to you without delay.
