Why is this important?
A home health care provider may refer a patient to
emergency care when this is the best way to treat the
patient's current condition. However, some emergency care
may be avoided if the home health staff is doing a good job
at checking your health condition to detect problems early.
They also need to check how well you are eating, drinking,
and taking your medicines, and how safe your home is. Home
health staff must coordinate your care. This involves
communicating regularly with you, your informal caregivers,
your doctor, and anyone else who provides care for you.
Lower percentages are better.
This information comes from the Home Health Outcome and
Assessment Information Set (OASIS) during the time period
June 2002 - May 2003.
