Frequently Asked Questions
What is home health care?
Home health care is a formal, regulated program of personalized care delivered by health care professionals in the privacy and comfort of the patient's own home. It is a Medicare benefit, provided certain requirements are met.
Why choose home health care?
Home health care is a cost-effective option that more patients are turning to when their physical capabilities diminish or while they recover from a short term disability. Home care is considered by many to be one of the most desireable options because it allows the patients to maintain their independence while remaining in the one place they feel most comfortable...their own home.
Who can benefit from home care services?
- Those who are discharged from a hospital or nursing facility, but have the need for additional help at home.
- Require short-term asssistance at home because of out patient surgery.
- Need additional assistance to live independently due to illness, disability, or aging.
- Have conditions such as congestive heart disease, diabetes, as well as muscular, nervous, or respiratory disorders.
What is the physician's role in home care?
The home care plan for each individual patient is designed and overseen by the patient's physician. To meet the needs of our patients, SEV Home Care works with the physician, family members and our patients to develop the most effective plan of care.
Who pays for home care?
Most insurance companies, PPO's, HMO's and Worker's Compensations cover home care. Medicare and Medicaid also pay for home care services. Not all services may be covered by some insurance providers. SEV Home Care, Inc. will gladly verify health coverage for the patient.
How does SEV Home Care, Inc. ensure the best quality care in the home?
SEV Home Care, Inc. is dedicated to continuously seeking new and innovative ways to help meet the ever changing health care needs of our patients. SEV Home Care employs highly trained professionals and provides on going education to keep them informed of the advances and changes in health care techniques. SEV Home Care focuses on assisting our patients to return to optimum health, and how to maintain this level within. Every patient admitted to our service has their own RN case manager. Our agency offers true 24-hour care, 7 days a week, with on call RN's and LVN's to better serve our patients. You have the right to choose...choose the best.
