What is Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing?
Long-term care/skilled nursing is often referred to as a nursing home. However, each of these terms represent similar, yet different descriptions of the possible services offered. Nursing home is often synonymous with long-term care; however, they are both licensed as a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). Skilled nursing facilities often provide both long-term care as well as short-term rehabilitation.
People may need an SNF if they are sick, have been injured, are recovering from surgery, or have chronic care needs or disabilities that require ongoing nursing care. An SNF is typically the highest level of care outside of a hospital setting with round the clock nursing services.
Contrary to some beliefs, a person can still maintain their independence in a long-term care facility with the help from family and friends. Many SNFs now look and feel much more like home, rather than the traditional nursing homes of the past. See for yourself by searching and comparing quality ratings on long-term care/skilled nursing facilities.
How do I choose a nursing home/long-term care/skilled nursing facility?
- Oftentimes, people choose a facility based on proximity to their home or to their family.
- Use our Compare feature to select and review up to 3 facilities side-by-side, using Medicare’s quality rating system.
- Directly contact any of the facilities you might want to learn more about, or setup a day and time to take a tour and check it out for yourself.
- Consult with family, friends, and trusted medical professionals to choose the right facility that best meets your individual needs.
How do I pay for a nursing home/long-term care/skilled nursing services?
- Medicare: Part A (hospital insurance) may cover care in a certified skilled nursing facility if it’s medically necessary to receive skilled care. This can include a short-term nursing stay following a hospitalization.
- Medicaid: may cover long-term nursing home stays, and home- or community-based services.
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