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National Safety Month: Educate Yourself on Safety When Aging at Home
June 26, 2018
Categories: Best Practices, Home Health, Occupational Therapy
This month we highlight the importance of caution in the home in honor of National Safety Month. With more and more adults deciding to age in place, there is no better time than now to discuss how occupational therapy can not only assist but improve life at home for aging adults. One of the biggest concerns with aging in place among OT is how vision can impact not only safety but quality of life. Here are a few quick tips from... Read More
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Why is Medicare Advantage Becoming More Popular?
June 12, 2018
Categories: Best Practices, Compliance, Education, General, Home Health, Long Term Care, Payment Reform, Rehab Agency, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Therapy Treatment
Blog Post Provided by Optima Healthcare Solutions
Older adults have a few insurance options for healthcare, one of which is Medicare Advantage (MA). MA plans provide coverage for traditional Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) and Medicare Part B (medical insurance), and often provide additional benefits, such as prescription drugs, vision and dental care. The main difference is that MA plans are offered through private insurance companies and are paid a fixed amount each month to cover... Read More