For seniors who need a little extra help to live comfortably in their own homes, Visiting Angels can provide the support they need. But does Medicare cover Visiting Angels services? In this blog post, we will explore whether or not Medicare covers home health care services from agencies like Visiting Angels. As well as what programs do.
Will Medicare Help With Visiting Angels?
If you’re a senior who needs in-home care, you may be wondering if Medicare will help cover the costs of services from Visiting Angels or other agencies. Unfortunately, Medicare does not typically cover home health care services from private agencies like Visiting Angels. However, there are some circumstances in which Medicare may help pay for some of the services provided by Visiting Angels. In addition there are several companies that offer a similar service. Here is list of circumstance that may help you qualify.
These circumstances include:
- If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan that includes coverage for home health care services
- If you need short-term home health care services after being discharged from a hospital stay
- If you are enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid, and your state Medicaid program covers home health care services from private agencies like Visiting Angels
If you’re not sure whether or not your Medicare plan will cover the cost of services from Visiting Angels, we recommend that you contact your Medicare provider to get more information. As well as reach out to the local service to see what plans they do accept.
Even though Medicare does not typically cover home health care services from private agencies, Here is a list of some of the things in Home Health Services that are covered:
- Nursing Care Part-Time
- Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapies
- Durable Medical Equipment(walkers, wheelchairs, oxygen)
If a patient finds themselves home permanently due to their health condition. Their Physician is able to help them with more permanent home health coverage. In addition a case manager can also help you get approved for care.
What Qualifies for Being Homebound?
If you are homebound, it means that your condition prevents you from leaving your home. To be considered homebound, you must:
- Be unable to leave your home without the assistance of another person OR
- Need the use of a wheelchair or walker to leave your house
- Be restricted by your illness or injury to such an extent that leaving your home is a major effort
Because rules are constantly changing please do research to see if you qualify.
What are the other Home Health Services?
Some of the services that Visiting Angels can provide for seniors who are homebound include:
- Meal preparation and assistance with eating
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Bathing, dressing, and grooming assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Medication reminders
- Toileting and incontinence assistance
If you or a loved one need home health care services, Visiting Angels can help. Our agency provides a wide range of services to seniors who are homebound, and we tailor our care to each individual’s needs. Contact us today to learn more about toileting and incontinence care and any questions you may have. Also go online and fill out one of our questionnaires.
What Visiting Angels Service is not covered by Medicare?
Medicare does not cover 24-hour care, homemaker services, or personal care. These are some of the services provided by Visiting Angels:
- Errands and grocery shopping
- Transportation to appointments
- Companionship
- Respite care for family caregivers
These are only a few examples. To get the full list, please visit our website or give us a call. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have about the services we provide. As well as troubleshoot your current situation.
Visiting Angels is a great resource for seniors who need a little extra help to live comfortably in their own homes. While Medicare does not typically cover home health care services from private agencies like Visiting Angels, there are some circumstances in which they will be able to give services. Always inquire with your plan to see if the offer a similar service.
Hospice Services Covered by Medicare.
If a patient is ill and not expected to live past a certain time due to this illness. Medicare will help to cover these costs. A patient can get their care at home. As well as at a hospice facility, or in a nursing facility. In these situations, Medicare will cover medical equipment, prescriptions, therapies, grief counseling, and social health coverage. Once hospice care kicks in Medicare will automatically cease all other health treatments.
Medicare will cover the costs of hospice care excluding part D prescription drug coverage. Having a plan for this time is always best to know what financial situations will fall on the patient and loved ones. In Addition you can apply for extra help. This will help with the part D premium. As well as some of your drug costs.
If one of these programs discussed interest you. Please reach out to us. We will be able to help you connect with the appropriate program for the area in which you live.