Amedisys Home Health Care in Lake Zurich, Illinois provides skilled nursing, therapy and other home health services to help patients recover from illness, injury or surgery, manage chronic health conditions, and maintain independence at home. The interdisciplinary care team includes registered nurses, home health aides, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and medical social workers, available 24/7 for urgent needs.
Nursing care encompasses pain management, wound care, monitoring, and patient education. Physical therapists help patients build strength, balance and endurance to reduce fall risk. Occupational therapists assist with daily tasks like bathing and eating, and recommend home modifications for safety. Speech therapists address communication and swallowing difficulties. Home health aides provide personal care support, and medical social workers coordinate care and connect patients with community resources.
The company offers specialized programs for patients with COPD, heart failure, diabetes, and fall risk. Each patient receives an individualized plan of care developed by their physician in collaboration with Amedisys' clinical team. Initial assessments identify areas where education and tools can help patients manage their health, with visits typically beginning within 24 hours of hospital discharge.
Treatment is tailored to each patient's unique needs based on evidence-based clinical practices. Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance plans typically cover home health care costs for eligible patients. The frequency and type of visits are determined by the personal plan of care and may be adjusted by the physician as the patient's condition changes.