If you have a loved one who has a hard time leaving home due to health limitations, private-duty nursing could be a great option for them. At Active Home Health, Hospice, and Personal Care, we staff a team of personal home health care professionals to take care of your loved one.
Keep reading to learn more about private duty nursing to see if it’s right for you.
What is private duty nursing?
Private duty nursing is as the name implies—a certified nurse that works in the privacy of your home. A private duty nurse provides long-term care for the patient on a daily basis. They’ll help with medications, handling medical equipment, bathing, dressing, meal prep, and provide a general sense of companionship. It’s a great way to receive necessary medical attention and ensure that your loved one doesn’t feel lonely.
Who is eligible to receive it
Personal home health care and private duty nursing is best suited to those who have lost parts of their independence due to a health condition. Some medical conditions that could warrant a private duty nurse include ALS, a stroke, alzheimers, Parkinson’s, or a traumatic brain injury.
Private duty nursing may also be a good fit for patients who have entered their twilight years. If your loved one has a difficult time carrying out daily tasks, a private duty nurse can assist with them.
Working with insurance
In some cases, personal home health care services may be covered by your insurance provider. They may cover all of it, or a piece of it depending on your plan. Private duty nurses are covered by Medicaid, Veterans Affairs, worker’s compensation, and more.
If you have any questions on your eligibility, contact your insurance provider. Active HHH is happy to work with insurance providers to get you quality care at a reasonable price.
About Active Home Health & Hospice
Active Home Health & Hospice has decades of combined healthcare and hospice experience. If you feel that private duty home care may be a good fit for you, contact us. We’d be happy to give you an assessment and create a plan that’s best for your needs.
