Medicare does not pay for home health care by the hour. Instead, Medicare uses a system called the Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) that pays for episodes of care rather than hourly services. This system covers specific medical services for homebound patients who need skilled care in San Diego and nationwide. Love 2 […]

Introduction Medicare pays for up to 8 hours of home health care per day and typically 28 hours per week. This limit can sometimes extend to 35 hours weekly when a doctor confirms it’s needed. Many San Diego families struggle with understanding these limits when caring for aging loved ones. The confusion often leads to […]