Question 1

WHAT IS HOME HEALTH CARE?

Accepted Answer

At Blue Hills Therapeutics, we believe there’s no place like home when it comes to healing and recovery. Our home health care services bring skilled, compassionate care right to your doorstep—whether you’re recovering from an illness, injury, or managing a chronic condition. Our goal is to support you every step of the way, helping you regain your independence, rebuild your strength, and live as self-sufficiently as possible.
Home health care isn’t just about excellent medical care—it also offers a more comfortable, personalized alternative to costly hospital or facility stays, helping to save billions in healthcare costs each year.
We provide a full range of expert services, including Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, and Occupational Therapy. Additionally, our specialized clinical programs focus on empowering you with the knowledge and tools needed to manage your health confidently and make informed decisions.
Our team is experienced in caring for both acute and chronic conditions such as:

• Heart disease
 • Diabetes
 • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
 • Chronic kidney disease
 • Recovery following surgery or illness

Every service we provide is tailored specifically to your needs through a personalized plan of care, created collaboratively by your doctor and our clinical team. Your care plan may include:

• Skilled nursing care
 • Physical and occupational therapy
 • Pain management
 • Medication management
 • Wound care
 • Infusion therapy

At Blue Hills Therapeutics, we’re here to help you heal, thrive, and enjoy the comfort of home with the expert care you deserve.

Question 2

WHAT CAN I EXPECT ON THE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE VISIT?

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During your first visit with Blue Hills Therapeutics, a skilled nurse or therapist will spend time getting to know you through a comprehensive assessment. This detailed evaluation is a cornerstone of our collaborative approach to your health, designed to understand your unique needs and overall well-being.
Our goal is not only to provide expert hands-on care but also to empower you and your family or caregivers with the education and tools necessary for effective self-care and disease prevention. We work closely with your doctor to ensure that your care plan supports your long-term health and recovery.
This team-centered approach helps ease your transition from the hospital or nursing facility back into the comfort of your own home. By actively involving you and your loved ones in your care, we foster confidence, independence, and a smoother journey toward better health.

Question 3

WILL BLUE HILLS THERAPEUTICS CREATE A CARE PLAN JUST FOR ME OR MY LOVED ONE?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. A clinician from Blue Hills Therapeutics will visit your home to carefully assess your individual needs. From the very beginning, you will be an important part of the care planning process. We believe your voice matters, and we work closely with you and your doctor to discuss the assessment, understand your personal goals, and develop a tailored plan of care just for you.
Our dedicated home health care team will carry out the physician-prescribed plan with skill and attention, while maintaining ongoing communication with your doctor to keep them informed of your progress. Should your condition or needs change at any point, we’ll promptly collaborate with your doctor to review and adjust your care plan, ensuring you continue to receive the most appropriate and effective support.

Question 4

HOW OFTEN WILL MY HOME HEALTH CARE VISITS BE?

Accepted Answer

The frequency and type of home health visits, along with the services you receive, are carefully tailored to your unique plan of care. This personalized approach ensures that you get exactly the support you need to promote your health and well-being. As your condition evolves, your doctor may adjust your plan—either increasing or decreasing visits and services—to make sure you continue to receive the most appropriate and effective care possible in the comfort of your home.

Question 5

MY DOCTOR IS ORDERING HOME HEALTH CARE FOR ME; CAN I REQUEST BLUE HILLS THERAPEUTICS BY NAME?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely, and we’d be honored to care for you or your loved one. Federal law gives patients the freedom to choose their health care provider.

Question 6

DOES BLUE HILLS THERAPEUTICS HAVE A HOME HEALTH CARE CENTER NEAR ME?

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Question 7

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR HOME HEALTH CARE?

Accepted Answer

There are several requirements for receiving home health care under the Medicare Benefit:
 • You must have a doctor prescribe home health care
 • You must need either skilled nursing care or therapy on an intermittent basis (i.e., physical/occupational)
 • You must be considered “homebound” (see below)

Question 8

WHAT DOES "HOMEBOUND" MEAN?"

Accepted Answer

Being considered homebound means that your health condition makes it unsafe or extremely difficult for you to leave your home without help from others or the use of assistive devices like crutches, canes, walkers, or wheelchairs. Leaving the house often requires significant effort and can be physically taxing.

That said, you are generally still able to leave your home for essential medical appointments that cannot be provided in your home setting without losing your homebound status. Additionally, brief and infrequent outings for non-medical reasons—such as visiting the barber or beauty shop, attending religious services, or participating in special family occasions like graduations—are also permitted.

Our goal is to support you in staying safe and comfortable in your home while ensuring you receive the care and support you need.

Question 9

WHO PAYS FOR HOME HEALTH CARE SERVICES

Accepted Answer

Provided you meet eligibility requirements, Medicare may pay for your covered home health care for as long as you’re eligible and your doctor certifies that you need it.
 
Additionally, your state’s Medicaid program or your private insurance also may cover home health care, or some services that Medicare doesn’t cover. Check with your state Medicaid program or insurance company to learn about their specific eligibility requirements.
 
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Question 10

WHAT QUALIFIES AS A "HOME" WHEN HOME HEALTH CARE IS BEING CONSIDERED?"

Accepted Answer

At Blue Hills Therapeutics, we understand that home means different things to different people. Your residence—whether it's a house, apartment, the home of a loved one, or a senior living community—is where you feel most comfortable, and that’s where we bring our care.

For the purposes of home health care, a “home” can be almost any living environment except for hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, or intermediate care institutions. These settings are not considered home under Medicare guidelines. Our services are designed to support you wherever you live, so long as it's a place where you can safely receive care outside of a medical facility.

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