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Home Health
What it is
Home health is a short-term, medically focused service that brings nurses, therapists, or aides into the home after a hospital stay, surgery, or illness. It’s usually prescribed by a doctor and covered by Medicare or insurance. Services can include wound care, physical therapy, skilled nursing, and monitoring of health conditions.
Pros
Covered by insurance – Often no out-of-pocket cost for qualifying patients.
Professional medical care – Skilled nurses and therapists deliver treatment at home.
Post-hospital support – Reduces risk of hospital readmission.
Short-term boost – Helps patients recover faster and more safely at home.
Cons
Time-limited – Only available for a set period (usually weeks, not months).
Strict criteria – Must be medically necessary and ordered by a physician.
Infrequent visits – Providers typically visit a few times a week, not daily.
Not comprehensive – Does not cover help with meals, bathing, companionship, or ongoing daily support.
It's right for you if:
Your parent is recovering from a surgery, illness, or hospital stay and needs temporary medical support.
You qualify under Medicare or insurance rules.
You have family or other caregivers to provide daily non-medical help alongside the nurse/therapist visits.
Finally:
Home health is best when the need is short-term and medically focused. It’s often paired with home care, since nurses may only stop by for 30 minutes, but the rest of the day still requires support.
