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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 …

  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, …

  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 …

  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 …

  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 …

  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 …

  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 …

    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 …

  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 …