Amedisys Home Health Services in Alexandria, LA
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Amedisys Home Health Services is a Medicare-certified home health agency serving Alexandria, Louisiana, certified by CMS since 1993. CMS lists 4 of the 6 core home health services for this agency: skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. CMS rates the agency 4.5 out of 5 stars for quality of patient care, above the Louisiana average of 3.7.
- 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 aide · not listed by CMSAides 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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Is Amedisys Home Health Services Medicare-certified?
Yes. Amedisys Home Health Services is a Medicare-certified home health agency in Alexandria, Louisiana, certified since January 7, 1993. 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 Amedisys Home Health Services offer?
According to CMS, Amedisys Home Health Services offers skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. 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 Amedisys Home Health Services?
CMS gives Amedisys Home Health Services a Quality of Patient Care star rating of 4.5 out of 5, above the Louisiana average of 3.7. 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 Amedisys Home Health Services?
CMS lists Amedisys Home Health Services as proprietary (for-profit) ownership. Proprietary (for-profit) providers are privately owned businesses, ranging from single-office agencies to national chains.
