Palo Alto Community Health in Emmetsburg, IA
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Home Health Services
Palo Alto Community Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency serving Emmetsburg, Iowa, certified by CMS since 1971. CMS lists 5 of the 6 core home health services for this agency: skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and home health aide services. CMS rates the agency 3.0 out of 5 stars for quality of patient care, in line with the Iowa average of 3.1.
- Skilled nursingRegistered nurses and licensed practical nurses provide wound care, injections, IV therapy, medication management and health monitoring at home.
- Physical therapyHelps patients regain strength, balance and mobility after surgery, injury, a stroke or a hospital stay.
- Occupational therapyRebuilds the skills needed for daily activities such as bathing, dressing, cooking and moving safely around the home.
- Speech-language pathologyTreats speech, language, cognition and swallowing problems, often after a stroke or with a neurological condition.
- Medical social services · not listed by CMSSocial workers help with counseling, community resources, long-term planning and the emotional side of illness.
- Home health aideAides assist with personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting under a nurse or therapist’s supervision.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Home Health Care Compare provider data. Listed services are those the agency is certified to provide; availability can change, so confirm with the agency before arranging care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Palo Alto Community Health Medicare-certified?
Yes. Palo Alto Community Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency in Emmetsburg, Iowa, certified since August 11, 1971. Certification means the agency meets the federal Conditions of Participation, and eligible skilled home care can be covered by Medicare.
What home health services does Palo Alto Community Health offer?
According to CMS, Palo Alto Community Health offers skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and home health aide services. Home health services are provided in the patient's home under a plan of care approved by a physician or other allowed practitioner.
How does CMS rate Palo Alto Community Health?
CMS gives Palo Alto Community Health a Quality of Patient Care star rating of 3.0 out of 5, in line with the Iowa average of 3.1. The rating summarizes quality measures such as how quickly care starts, how much patients improve at walking, bathing and breathing, and how often they need hospital care.
Who owns Palo Alto Community Health?
CMS lists Palo Alto Community Health as government operated ownership. Government-operated providers are run by a state, county, city or public health district.
