Preventing the Next Hospital Stay
Did you know that, according to Medicare, 30-50% of seniors who qualify for home health services are not referred–even though they meet Medicare criteria?
Why This Matters:
* This gap in care puts patients at risk for avoidable ER visits, hospitalizations, and loss of independence.
* Nearly 50% of all Medicare beneficiaries have 1 or more functional impairment, which is a key indicator of home health eligibility.
* Proactive referrals can help prevent the cascade of decline and hospital-acquired frailty.
“Hospitalization results in a substantial decline in the functional status in older patients. Between 30-55% of older patients demonstrate a decline in ADLs and up to 65% decline in the ability to walk during hospitalization.”
Who Qualifies Without a Hospitalization?
* Difficulty walking or getting out of a chair
* New or worsening chronic condition (CHF, COPD, diabetes, etc.)
* Fall risk or recent fall (or any unplanned loss of elevation)
* Cognitive or functional decline
* Medication changes
Utilizing home health can provide valuable insights and preventative care for seniors and their loved ones.
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Nexus Home Healthcare developed a proactive clinical approach proven to:
Reduce hospitalizations
Improve senior health and quality of life
Reduce medical costs to families and insurance
Contact us to inquire about our results and/or how our approach helps meet the needs of your patients and families.
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