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Common questions
Does Medicare pay for home health care?
Medicare may cover medically necessary home health when you are homebound, need skilled care, and meet other eligibility rules. Covered services can include skilled nursing and therapy ordered by a physician. Agencies can verify benefit details for your case.
What is a home health aide?
Home health aides help with personal care such as bathing and dressing when it is part of a plan of care supervised by skilled staff. Aides work under the direction of the home health agency and your care team.
How do home health agencies compare on quality?
Medicare Home Health Compare publishes quality of patient care star ratings and patient survey results for many agencies. Use this directory to compare CMS ratings, listed services, and service areas before requesting a referral.
Do home health agencies accept Medicaid?
Many agencies participate in Medicaid or waiver programs, but acceptance varies by state and location. Confirm with each agency whether they can serve your address and payer type.