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Essential Healthcare Services

8906 E Skelly Dr Ste r

4.7(23 ratings)· Tulsa average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Medicare quality
Certified, not yet rated

Home Health Compare

Medicare certified
Since 2021
Veteran focus
Caregivers provide dedicated support for veteran clients

What Families Think

Most families describe Essential Healthcare Services as compassionate, communicative, and especially attentive to veteran clients, with caregivers described as going above and beyond in daily support and companionship. However, one detailed report raises serious concerns about billing practices, communication breakdowns, and an abrupt discontinuation of care for a veteran client.

The Good

  • Caregivers described as family-like and compassionate
  • Strong reputation for supporting veteran clients
  • Staff join clients in hobbies and outings
  • Consistent long-term care praised (over 7 years for one client)
  • Responsive, warm communication reported by most reviewers

The Bad

  • One serious report of fraudulent billing and unreturned calls
  • One account of care abruptly stopped without notice
  • One reviewer described unprofessional conduct from an RN

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Essential Healthcare Services is a home health agency serving Tulsa, Oklahoma offering Home Health. Amenities include Emergency Call System, 24-Hour Staff and Medication Management. Families rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 23 reviews.

About Essential Healthcare Services

Essential Healthcare Services is a home health and hospice community in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Families rate Essential Healthcare Services 4.7 out of 5 based on 23 Google reviews.

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Types of Care at Essential Healthcare Services

Home Health

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Essential Healthcare Services

4.7overall · 23 ratings combined

4.7★ on Google (23)

Yvonne Whisenant

Aug 2024

via Google

I strongly advise against this service. In my view, their communication skills are poor, they engage in fraudulent billing practices, and their management is lacking. I regret not recognizing the warning signs earlier. One instance of bad communication was when the RN baselessly suggested that I was being racist. This behavior was completely unacceptable and unprofessional. They have, in fact, engaged in fraudulent billing practices, as I have reported a total of 21 VA fraudulent claims. They bill for more hours than they actually work. One day, my aide did not show up, and when I called the office for an explanation, they chose not to answer or return my call. They abruptly stopped caring for my dad without any notice or communication. Their failure to provide proper care for a disabled Veteran is inexcusable. UPDATE....The companies response proves my points with all their messy gossip and baseless ramblings. The truth still remains SOLID! They were punished for fraud and had to pay money back to the VA for stealing and they are currently under investigation with their health licensing provider for abandonment.

Trina Atkinson

Jul 2024

via Google

Essential has been a blessing to my dad. They take good care of him, join in his hobbies and they provide companionship. They are great communicators and are always available to talk too. One of his caregivers even met him at the fishing hole and fished with him!

Jamila Riggins

Jul 2024

via Google

I pray this message is seen and felt from all the staff at Essential Healthcare Services. We found you all during one of the most difficult times of our life. One that I know we would not have been able to make it through if not for you. You all cared for my family member Mr. Taylor a little over 7 years until his passing. Through our journey you all were right by our side. We cannot express our gratitude enough for the compassion, patience, respect and understanding you showed Mr. Taylor. As a decorated Veteran it was very important to us to find the right fit and we did. I would highly recommend Essential healthcare services to those with loved ones whom need support.

Donna Crawford

Nov 2022

via Google

Essential Healthcare owner and staff are not just our medical support, but family. These people give me worry-free, stress-free days and nights when it comes to my son's care. They're friendliness, thoughtfulness and kind-hearted genuine behavior constantly exceeds my expectations. The quality of care provided is exceptional. Thank you Essential Healthcare!

M Mcbrayer

Nov 2022

via Google

The owner and staff at this company go above and beyond to provide excellent service to their clients. They made sure all of the veterans that they care for felt loved and appreciated this Veterans Day. Making sure that each and everyone received a hot lunch, gift, words of appreciation and whatever else was needed to care for their needs.The smiles they put on the Veterans faces was heart warming. Thank you, Essential Healthcare Services for genuinely caring!

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Medicare Quality of Care

Essential Healthcare Services is a Medicare-certified home health agency (certified since 2021). The figures below come from Medicare's Home Health Compare program and are updated quarterly. Percentages are shares of patients; higher is better unless noted.

Quality of patient care

Not yet rated. Medicare needs a minimum number of recent patients before it publishes a star rating.

Services offered

  • Skilled nursing
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Medical social services
  • Home health aide

Service area

Essential Healthcare Services reports serving 3 ZIP codes, including Tulsa, Broken Arrow. Search by your ZIP code to confirm coverage; agencies that cover it are marked “Serves your ZIP”.

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Home Health Care Compare and the HHCAHPS patient survey. CCN 377870. National figures are the average across all certified agencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Essential Healthcare Services offer?

Essential Healthcare Services offers Home Health.

Where is Essential Healthcare Services located?

Essential Healthcare Services is located at 8906 E Skelly Dr Ste r in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

What do families say about Essential Healthcare Services?

Most families describe Essential Healthcare Services as compassionate, communicative, and especially attentive to veteran clients, with caregivers described as going above and beyond in daily support and companionship. However, one detailed report raises serious concerns about billing practices, communication breakdowns, and an abrupt discontinuation of care for a veteran client.

Does Medicare cover care from Essential Healthcare Services?

Yes. Essential Healthcare Services is a Medicare-certified home health agency, so Medicare Part A or Part B pays in full for skilled nursing, therapy and home health aide visits when a doctor orders them and the patient is homebound. There is no copay for covered home health visits.

Do I need a referral to use Essential Healthcare Services?

For Medicare to pay, yes: a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant must certify that care is needed and sign a plan of care. Families can call the agency first, and the agency will usually contact the doctor to arrange the order. Ongoing help with bathing, meals and companionship is a different service, non-medical home care, which needs no referral.

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