What is home health care?
Home health care is an increasingly popular and cost-effective method of receiving health care services in the comfort of a patient’s home. Due to technological advances, patients are able to be discharged from a hospital setting sooner in order to receive medical care in the comfort of one’s own home.

Why use home health care?
It is much more convenient and comfortable to recuperate in one’s own home rather than in a medical facility. Many physicians feel that patients get better more rapidly and completely in their own home environment among family, friends and familiar settings. Additionally the cost of home health care is dramatically lower than receiving care in the hospital making this an attractive alternative for insurers and providers.

Who can receive home health care?
Patients of all ages are able to receive care in their own homes.

Who pays for home health care?
Medicare covers part time intermittent skilled nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, medical social workers and home health aide services. Additionally, certain supplies and equipment are also covered under the home health benefit.
Medicaid coverage for home health services will vary from program to program. Medicaid does generally pay for nursing, home health aide and supplies, but may set limits on the number of visits and have other coverage requirements.
Private / Workers Compensation insures usually all have home health care benefits covered under the major medical portion of the policy.

In any instance, Nursing Specialties encourages you to contact us directly for any additional information or answers to your questions related to insurance coverage: (337) 266-9996.

Are references available from doctors, healthcare professionals and former clients?
Yes, Nursing Specialties can provide you with references and testimonials upon request. We have many physicians and healthcare professionals with whom we work with on a daily basis throughout the Acadiana area.

How can I access home health services with Nursing Specialties?
Nursing Specialties home health services provides quality home care services throughout the Acadiana area. Please visit the Contact Us section of this web site to contact the office nearest you or to call our toll free number.