Amedisys Home Health Care

Amedisys Home Health Care in Chattanooga, Tennessee provides skilled nursing, therapy and other services to help patients recover from illness, injury or surgery, or manage chronic health conditions while remaining at home. The organization serves multiple counties across the region and maintains a 24/7 on-call team of nurses, home health aides, social workers, physical therapists, speech therapists and occupational therapists.

Clinical services include registered nurse care for pain management, monitoring and education; physical therapy to improve strength, balance and endurance; occupational therapy to help with daily tasks and home safety; speech therapy for communication and swallowing concerns; home health aide assistance with personal care; and wound care monitoring. Medical social workers coordinate care and provide counseling and referrals to local resources. Specialized programs address heart failure, COPD, diabetes management and fall prevention.

Home health care is provided based on an individualized plan of care developed with your doctor and clinical team. A nurse or therapist conducts an initial assessment to identify areas where education and tools can support your health management. The team works collaboratively with you, your family and your physician to tailor services to your unique needs. If you are transitioning from a hospital or nursing facility, the initial visit typically occurs within 24 hours of discharge.

The frequency and type of visits are adjusted according to your personal plan of care, which your doctor may modify as necessary to provide appropriate services. Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance plans typically cover the cost of home health care for eligible patients.