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Does Medicare Pay For Home Health Care?

Last updated: May 27, 2024
Stephanie Kaila RDN, LD
By Stephanie Kaila RDN, LD
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Understanding what Medicare covers when it comes to quality healthcare is essential. Home health care is a good option for those who need medical assistance, but want to be treated in their own home. The question is: Does Medicare cover home health care services?

IN THIS ARTICLE
Takeaways from the conference:What is home healthcare?Does Medicare cover home health care?Medicare Part A and Home Health CareMedicare Part B and Home Health CareWhat services at home are covered under Medicare?What Medicare requirements are there for home health services?What is the Medicare reimbursement for home health services?Final WordThe FAQDoes Medicare cover a home health aid?How long will Medicare cover physical therapy?Does Medicare cover temporary home care?

Takeaways from the conference:

  • Medicare covers certain home health care services.
  • Medicare Parts A and B cover different aspects in home health care.
  • Medicare home healthcare coverage is only available to those who meet certain criteria.
  • Medicare reimburses some costs of eligible home health care services.
  • Medicare does not cover custodial and 24-hour care services.

This article will examine the Medicare coverage for home health care services, including the eligibility requirements, costs, and answers to frequently asked questions.

Image by Leohoho via Pexels

What is home healthcare?

Home Health Care is a term used to describe a variety of medical services that are provided in the home to patients. This type of care is intended for people who have physical limitations or chronic illnesses and may find it difficult to access medical care outside of their home.

Home health care is a comprehensive medical care which promotes healing, rehabiliation, and overall well-being. This allows patients to receive the necessary treatment, monitoring and support in their familiar environment while surrounded by loved ones.

Home health care teams can include nurses, physical therapists and occupational therapists as well as speech-language pathologists. They work together to determine the patient’s specific needs, create a personalized care plan and provide ongoing support and monitoring.

Home health care services can vary depending on an individual’s needs. Services may include wound care, medication management and pain management. Rehabilitation therapies and assistance with daily activities (ADLs) are also available.

Home health care has the advantage of reducing hospital readmissions, improving patient outcomes and quality of life. It also promotes independence.

Does Medicare cover home health care?

The different Medicare plans and parts each have a purpose. Medicare Part A as well as Part B cover home health care. Part B covers home health care services if you are formally admitted for three days or more to a hospital, skilled nursing facility or therapy service.

Part A covers home health care services that are medically necessary. This includes intermittent skilled nursing, physical therapy and speech-language pathology. Parts A and C only cover home healthcare if the patient has a homebound condition.

Medicare Part A and Home Health Care

Medicare Part A pays for home health care if certain conditions are met. You must need skilled nursing care intermittently, physical therapy, Speech-language Pathology Services, or Continued Occupational Therapy to be eligible. You must also be homebound, meaning that leaving your home is difficult. Medicare Part A covers skilled nursing and therapy but not 24-hour or custodial home care.

Medicare Part B and Home Health Care

Medicare Part B covers medically-necessary home healthcare services. It includes services such as intermittent skilled nursing, physical therapy and occupational therapy. In order to qualify for Medicare Part B, you must meet all the eligibility requirements for Medicare Part A, which includes requiring skilled therapy or nursing care, being at home, and receiving home health care services from a Medicare approved agency.

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What services at home are covered under Medicare?

Medicare pays for a wide range of services at home that are deemed medically essential. skilled nursing care is covered, as are physical therapy, occupational therapist, speech-language services, social medical services, and durable medical devices (such a wheelchairs or walkers) prescribed by your health provider.

Medicare does cover many services for home healthcare, but certain services are excluded. Some of these services include: 24-hour homecare, custodial (non-medical help with daily activities), meals delivered at your home, and homemaker services, such as shopping or cleaning.

What Medicare requirements are there for home health services?

Medicare home health coverage is subject to a number of requirements. A doctor’s note must be provided stating you need intermittent skilled nursing, physical therapy or occupational therapy. In addition, you must be homebound which means that it is hard for you to leave the house without assistance. Finally, you must be receiving care from a Medicare approved home health agency.

What is the Medicare reimbursement for home health services?

Medicare Part A covers most home healthcare services for free if the eligibility criteria is met.

Medicare Part B, on the other hand requires that beneficiaries pay an annual deductible as well as a percentage of coinsurance for each service. The coinsurance percentage can vary based on the service provided. The Part B deductible in 2023 will be $266. Costs can vary depending on circumstances and whether or not the home health agency is approved by Medicare.

Final Word

In closing, Medicare does provide coverage for certain home healthcare services. Medicare Part A provides home health care to individuals who have been admitted formally to a skilled nursing facility or hospital and meet certain criteria. Medicare Part B provides medically necessary services at home for individuals who need skilled nursing or therapy and are homebound.

However, Medicare does not cover custodial care, 24-hour home care, or non-medical services. Medicare’s coverage and payment of home healthcare services can vary. It is best to speak with your healthcare provider or Medicare about your particular situation.

The FAQ

Does Medicare cover a home health aid?

Medicare typically does not cover the cost of an aide in home care. However it may cover services provided by a home care aide if the services are part of Medicare approved home care plans, such as skilled services from a physical or occupational therapy, and they are medically necessary. These services are usually limited to those tasks that directly relate to your medical condition.

How long will Medicare cover physical therapy?

Medicare pays for physical therapy as part of an in-home health plan, if it is deemed medically needed. Your healthcare provider will determine the duration of your coverage based on your needs.

Does Medicare cover temporary home care?

Medicare will cover temporary home health care, if you are eligible. Temporary coverage is available when you need skilled nursing, therapy, or any other medically required care because of a medical condition. Your healthcare provider will determine the duration of coverage.

Resources

  1. Medicare. Home health services.
  2. National Council of Aging. Seven Things You Should Know About Medicare’s Home Health Care Benefit.
  3. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Home Health PPS.
  4. The Journals of Gerontology. Factors Associated With Accelerated Hospitalization and Re-hospitalization Among Medicare Home Health Patients.
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Stephanie Kaila RDN, LD
ByStephanie Kaila RDN, LD
Stephanie Kaila is a registered dietitian nutritionist, published author, and owner of Nutrition by Steph. She received her undergraduate degree from Stephen F. Austin State University and completed her dietetic internship at Marywood University. Through her extensive professional and personal experience, she has learned how to empower others to prevent and reverse disease through nutrition, fitness, fasting, safer beauty, and a healthy, anti-inflammatory lifestyle.

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