10.1.1 Eligibility Criteria 10.1.2 Covered Services To qualify for Medicare coverage for home health services, beneficiaries must meet the following criteria: • Have Medicare Part A and/or Part B coverage. • Require intermittent skilled nursing care, physical therapy, speech-language pathology services, or continued occupational therapy. • Be homebound, meaning it is difficult to leave the home without assistance or a considerable effort. Medicare covers a range of home health services for eligible beneficiaries, including: • Skilled nursing care • Physical therapy • Speech-language pathology services • Occupational therapy • Medical social services • Part-time or intermittent home health aide services • Medical supplies and durable medical equipment (DME) Understanding these covered services is essential for beneficiaries to access the necessary care and support in their homes under Medicare. 10.1 Coverage for Home Health Services Chapter 10: Understanding Medicare's Coverage Beyond Traditional Healthcare 202404PMED1MDSIMPLE 25 www.Postal-Service-Health-Benefits-Program.com
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