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  1. The homebound requirement - Medicare Interactive

    Mar 31, 2025 · Medicare considers you homebound if you have difficulty leaving home without assistance, but certain outings are still allowed. Learn how homebound status impacts Medicare …

  2. Eligibility for home health (Part A or Part B) - Medicare Interactive

    Mar 31, 2025 · homebound homebound Medicare considers you homebound if: you need the help of another person or medical equipment (such as a walker or wheelchair) to leave your home, or your …

  3. Home health basics - Medicare Interactive

    May 1, 2025 · Medicare covers home health care, including skilled nursing, therapy, and home health aide services. Learn about coverage criteria, certification rules, and what services are included.

  4. Home health covered services - Medicare Interactive

    Mar 31, 2025 · If you qualify for the home health benefit, Medicare covers the following: Skilled nursing services: Services performed by or under the supervision of a licensed or certified nurse to treat your …

  5. Plan of care - Medicare Interactive

    Mar 31, 2025 · Learn how your home health plan of care is created, how long it lasts, and what steps are required for certification and renewal.

  6. Home health care for chronic conditions - Medicare Interactive

    Mar 31, 2025 · Medicare covers home health care for both temporary and chronic conditions. Learn how coverage works, even if your condition is not improving, and what to do if you have trouble finding a …

  7. Home health hours - Medicare Interactive

    Mar 31, 2025 · Medicare’s home health benefit provides skilled nursing and home health aide services for eligible individuals. Learn how your care plan is regularly reviewed and adjusted to ensure it …

  8. Starting home health care - Medicare Interactive

    Mar 31, 2025 · Learn how to connect with a Medicare-certified home health agency and work with your doctor to create a plan of care.

  9. Medicaid eligibility for Medicare beneficiaries who need long-term care ...

    Mar 31, 2025 · Glossary Terms assisted living facility home health care homebound skilled care Personal care Respite care assets Assets are resources such as savings and checking accounts, …

  10. Home care - Medicare Interactive

    Mar 28, 2025 · home health care Home health care is care provided at home to treat an illness or injury. Medicare will only cover home health care if you are homebound and have a need for skilled care, …