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byAlma Abell
No one wants to spend time in the hospital if they don’t absolutely need to be there. In many cases, the care that a person receives in a hospital or skilled nursing facility can be given in the privacy and comfort of their own home by home health care workers. Home health care in Washington DC is available for seniors and younger people with a wide variety of conditions. The agency that provides the care works closely with the patient’s doctor and the patient to develop a treatment plan.
Nurses and other caregivers come to the patient’s home to provide necessary services to aid in recovery. Family members are encouraged to participate in treatment and to provide support for the patient when the caregivers are not in the home. Supportive friends and family can make sure the patient understands and complies with the prescribed treatment and can inform the caregiver if there’s a problem or issue they should know about.
Home health care in Washington DC is less expensive than hospital and skilled nursing facility care. Insurance companies, including Medicare and Medicaid, often pay a large portion of the costs to care for a patient in their own home. Supplemental insurance may cover the difference between what the agency charges and what the insurance company pays. In addition to being more affordable, home care is more comfortable for the patient as they recover from their illness or injury and get back into their normal routine.
Patients who are good candidates for home health care are referred by their doctors to an appropriate agency. You can learn more about the services offered by home health care agencies by visiting SpecialtyCareServices.com. After the agency receives the referral, a case manager will come to your home to assess your health and your personal needs. The nurse will work with your doctor to ensure your needs are met and adjust the treatment plan as needed to help you regain your independence as you recover from your medical condition. Additional help may be available to assist you in planning and preparing your meals or caring for your personal hygiene.
