Home health is a type of healthcare that is provided in the patient’s home. It is usually less expensive and more convenient than receiving care in a hospital or nursing home. Home health can be a good option for people who are recovering from an illness or injury, who need extra support after being discharged from the hospital, who have chronic health problems, or who need help with daily tasks.
Types of home health services
There are many types of home health services that can be offered. Some of the services that may be provided include:
Skilled Nursing
- Wound care
- Physical therapy
- IV therapy
- Injections
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Nutritional counseling
- Social work services
- Personal care services
How to get home health services
A doctor must order home health services. The doctor will write an order which includes the type and the frequency of services needed. The order will be followed by the home health agency. Most insurance plans cover home health services, but home health agencies will check the insurance coverage of the patient again.
How home health care works
Once you have a doctor’s order it should be faxed to our office and we will send out a skilled nurse to do the initial assessment. The assessment will determine what home health services you need and their frequency. A plan of care will be developed based on the assessment. Once the plan of care is developed, the team will work with you and your family to make sure that you are getting the best possible care.
Home health care services offer numerous benefits for individuals who need additional medical support, but prefer to stay in the comfort of their own homes. Some of the benefits include:
- Increased independence thanks to access to professional medical guidance without having to leave the house.
- Improved quality of life due to access to specialized treatments tailored specifically for each patient.
- Reduced stress levels due to being able to receive treatment in familiar surroundings.
- Lower costs overall due to fewer trips away from home for medical appointments or tests.
Home health care services enable those who require extra medical attention the opportunity to get personalized treatment while remaining in familiar surroundings with loved ones nearby. Whether you’re recovering from surgery or managing an ongoing chronic illness or disability, home health care can provide invaluable assistance. If you think you could benefit from these services, contact us with any questions you may have.