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Home Health Care

What It Is

Home health care is medical care delivered in the home by licensed professionals under the direction of a physician. It is often short-term and intended to support recovery from illness, surgery, or hospitalization. Services are usually provided by nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, or speech-language pathologists. The focus is on skilled care, such as administering medications, wound care, or monitoring chronic conditions. Unlike non-medical home care, home health services are typically time-limited and covered by insurance when eligibility requirements are met.

Services Provided

  • Skilled nursing (wound care, injections, monitoring health conditions)

  • Physical, occupational, or speech therapy

  • Medical social services

  • Home health aide (limited assistance with ADLs)

Who It's Ideal For

  • Seniors recovering from surgery or illness

  • Those with chronic conditions needing medical monitoring

Payment

  • Often covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance

  • Must be ordered by a physician and meet eligibility criteria

Things To Consider

  • Visits are limited in frequency and duration

  • Focus is on medical care, not ongoing daily support

Signs This Might Be the Right Choice

  • Recent hospitalization or health decline

  • New diagnosis requiring skilled nursing or therapy

What To Ask a Provider

  • Are you Medicare-certified?

  • What are the qualifications of your staff?

  • How often will visits occur?

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