Home Health Care FAQs: What to Expect from Bronson at Home Services
Navigating the healthcare system can be confusing, but Bronson at Home makes it easier. We deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to your home, making it easier for you to recover safely, manage your health and avoid unnecessary hospital or doctor visits. Home health care helps you return to your normal level of health so you can care for yourself at home. Continue reading to learn more about our home health services.
What's the difference between home health care, home care and hospice?
- Home health care is care from nurses or therapists to help you recover after being sick, recovering from an injury or being in the hospital
- Home care is help with daily tasks, like bathing or chores, and is usually paid for out-of-pocket.
- Hospice care is for people at or near the end of life and need comfort care.
What services does Bronson at Home offer?
Bronson at Home provides home health care. This may include:
- Nursing care (wound care, IVs and help with medicine)
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Social workers who help connect you to resources in the community
How do you know if someone might need home health care?
- It's difficult or requires assistance to leave the house for doctor visits
- You feel weaker after a hospital stay
- You have a new health problem and need help learning about it
- You need wound care or IV infusion treatments at home
What health conditions might need home health care?
- Heart failure
- COPD or pneumonia
- Diabetes
- Stroke
- Circulation problems or skin infections (peripheral vascular disease, cellulitis)
We work closely with your doctors to help lower your risk of returning to the hospital after treatment, surgery or illness.
Who will visit me for home health care?
Your care team might include:
- Nurses
- Physical therapists
- Occupational therapists
- Speech therapists
- Medical social workers
- Home health aides
How often will a health worker visit my home?
Each patient's care plan is unique based on their conditions; however, most patients are seen two or three times a week.
How soon will home health care start after I leave the hospital?
Services usually begin within 24 to 48 hours after leaving the hospital.
What happens during the first home health visit?
The first visit typically takes 1 1/2 to 2 hours. A nurse or physical therapist will:
- Check your overall health
- Review your list of medications
- Ensure your home is safe with fall prevention measures and an emergency plan of action
How long can I receive home health care?
You can receive home health care as long as:
- You need skilled care
- You meet your care goals
- You are still homebound (have trouble leaving the house)
Where does Bronson at Home provide care?
We serve Calhoun, Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties. We may also travel outside these areas for IV infusion treatments and for children who need care at home.
How do I know if I qualify for home health care?
You must:
- Have a skilled need (like nursing or therapy)
- Be homebound
- Have a doctor who agrees to the care and sends a referral
How much does home health care cost?
Home health care coverage varies by insurance type. We will provide you with a cost breakdown, including co-pays, before starting care.
How do I pay for home health care?
Medicare covers home health care. If you have questions, talk to our authorization team by calling (844) 241-4663 or contact your insurance company.
At Bronson at Home, we know that home can be the best place to recover from an illness, injury or surgery. As a hospital-based home care agency, you will benefit from Bronson's skills, technology and resources. To learn more, call (844) 241-4663 or visit the Home Health Care page for details.
