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What is Home Health Care (Medicare-Certified)?

Medicare-certified home health care refers to home health care services provided by an agency that has been approved by Medicare. These services are delivered in the patient's home and are designed to help individuals recover from an illness, injury, or manage a chronic condition while remaining in a familiar environment. For the home health agency to be certified, it must meet specific Medicare requirements for quality and safety. Key features of Medicare-Certified home health care include:

  • Skilled Nursing Care
  • Therapies, such as Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy
  • Hospice and Palliative Care, which includes pain management, spiritual and emotional support, as well as end-of-life planning
  • Care Management, such as medication reconciliation, and support in arranging and attending follow-up doctor visits

To be eligible for home health care, a hospital stay is required, as well as a referral from a physician or medical professional. The patient must be homebound, care must be prescribed by a doctor, and the need for services must be intermittent.

Medicare-certified home health care offers essential medical and therapeutic services to individuals in the comfort of their own homes. It ensures high standards of care by meeting Medicare's quality and safety requirements, helping patients recover from illnesses, manage chronic conditions, or regain independence. With skilled nursing, therapies, and support from home health aides, this service promotes healing and well-being for those who are homebound and need intermittent care.

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