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What is home health care?
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Date : 3/9/2009
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Home health care is a skilled nursing care and home health aide service.
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Who might need this service?
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Date : 3/25/2009
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People recovering from an illness or accident as well as those who are disabled or chronically or terminally ill most often take advantage of home health care. Seniors who wish to maintain independence without staying in an assisted-living facility might also find this service of value.
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Not only does home health aide accommodate the personal needs of individual patients, it also decreases the burden on local hospitals.
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Who provides home care?
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Date : 3/9/2009
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These services are usually provided by home care organizations, such as Home Health Care Sarasota.
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What services does Home Health Care Sarasota provide?
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Date : 3/25/2009
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Our organization offers a variety of different utilities, including skilled nursing, physical therapy, and nutritional services.
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Who can receive our assistance?
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Date : 3/25/2009
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People of all ages with acute and chronic health care needs can receive home health care services. The payer(s) for these services typically determines what type of care is covered and who qualifies. In most cases, medical orders from a physician are required for care.
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When are we available?
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Date : 3/25/2009
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Our home health care service agency in Sarasota County provides service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, depending on the needs of the patient.
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Will my insurance cover home health care?
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Date : 3/25/2009
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Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans will cover home health care services, depending on the patient’s location and the specific policies of his or her insurance carrier. If a service is uncovered, patients may be required to pay using their own resources.
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What happens if my insurance carrier cannot cover my medical costs and I cannot pay for them out of my own pocket?
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Date : 3/25/2009
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There are certain community groups that provide funds for patients who cannot pay their bills. For further information, please contact us directly.
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What should I do if there is a problem?
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Date : 3/25/2009
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If a problem with our service develops or you would like to issue a complaint, please contact our agency administrator or chief supervisor via e-mail or phone.
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What are my rights as a patient?
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Date : 3/25/2009
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Patients are to be fully informed about the services they will receive, including information necessary to give informed consent before any operation or procedure.
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