FOR PHYSICIANS
On behalf of our dedicated and compassionate team at Atlanta House Health Care, we thank you for your interest and support of our home healthcare services. Since inception, we have been committed to providing the finest in-home skilled health and personal care to patients in need throughout the Atlanta metro area. We are honored to work with some of the most highly regarded physicians in the area who know they can depend on and trust Atlanta House Health Care to care for their patients.
What you can expect when referring a patient to Atlanta House Health Care:
To refer your patient, click here to download the referral form or contact us, 24/7 at 404-920-8672.
From all of us at Atlanta House Health Care, we look forward to working with you and your team!
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Choose quality home care and peace of mind
Home Health Care is the service that permits individuals to receive both long-term and short-term skilled medical or personal care in the comfort and privacy of their own home. Being able to remain in one’s home can often quicken recovery and improve the quality of life for both the patient and the family. In order to meet all your Atlanta House Health Care offers both types of care.
When you’re applying for Medicaid, it is important to decipher what your exact needs are to better understand what you’re entitled to. On a basic level, home care involves the day-to-day non-medical tasks needed by someone who can no longer provide it themselves. This includes Personal care assistance and medical appointments assistance and transportation.
Home healthcare, on the other hand, describes the medical requirements needed and performed. This can include Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Medical Social Workers and similar services.
Our Skilled Nursing Team is comprised of Registered and Licensed Vocational Nurses. Additionally, each of our personal caregivers is thoroughly screened, bonded and insured and is CPR certified. Our Personal Care staff is comprised of Professional Caregivers (PCG), Certified Nurses Aides (CNA) and Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) so you can be assured you or your loved one is receiving the best care possible. In addition, we require our caregivers to participate in ongoing education and training programs so they are current and knowledgeable in their field of expertise.
Do I get to pick my caregiver?
Pairing the right caregiver with a you is equal parts skill, science, and insight. We’re experts at matching our clients and our caregivers. We combine best-practice staffing principles with a rich understanding of our caregivers’ personalities, skills, and strengths. Of course, we consider each client’s needs and preferences when matching our caregivers—and will be sure you’re happy with your caregivers and Care Team.
Atlanta House Health Care will work with your loved one and family to ensure that a “good fit” is a priority for everyone. Health and well-being is not only about the finest medical and personal care but it is also about having a good relationship with the person(s) providing that care. In addition, every attempt to satisfy specific requests for a certain caregiver will be made and, if at some point the patient prefers a change in caregiver, we will do or best to implement that request immediately.
In-Home Care is a cost-effective alternative to hospital or residential facility care. With home care, you pay only for the services provided, and receive those services on a one-to-one basis. Costs for Personal Care depend on the amount and type of care provided. If the patient needs only the assistance of a personal caregiver, those costs would be less than that of a registered nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
Many medical conditions that previously required hospitalization can be treated safely and equally effectively in the home. Our in-home medical services include but are not limited to:
Because of in-home personal care services, many individuals can remain and thrive in the comfort of their own home greatly adding to their continuing quality of life. Our in-home personal care services include but are not limited to:
Yes. All in-home nursing services require direct orders from your physician and are carried out under their supervision, just as though they were in a medical facility. As for personal care services, orders are not needed. In many cases, Personal Care services will be prescribed by your doctor but it is not mandatory. The staff at Atlanta House Health Care will help you determine the type of personal care services that would best suit your needs.
Live-in care—which is not available in all states—is when a professional caregiver resides in the same home as the care recipient, being available as needed to provide support and help with daily activities and personal care. 24/7 care is round-the-clock care in the home provided by a team of professional caregivers.
Skilled Nursing is prescribed by the physician(s) and is the in-home extension of medical care provided in the hospital or other care facility. Skilled nursing care is provided by fully trained and licensed medical professionals.
Personal Care Services are life-style support services that do not require specific medical therapies or treatments. Bathing, cooking, transportation, grocery shopping, pet care and light housekeeping, are some examples of Personal Care services.
Do you only service seniors? No, we are passionate about client care and gladly assist children, adults and seniors in need of care. We also are an approve Georgia Pediatric Program Provider (GAPP) and assist “medically frail” children under the age of 21.
My family doesn’t qualify for GAPP. Is there any alternatives to help pay for care? Yes, We the Katie Beckett Waiver may be right for you.
What is the Katie Beckett Waiver Program? Katie Beckett waiver is for children under the age of 18 with disabilities or complex medical needs. This program is for children who are not Medicaid eligible because of their parent’s income or assets.
Can you assist us in getting approved for GAPP or Katie Beckett? Absolutely, we will meet with you to obtain all the information needed. We work directly with GAPP providers to get you approved quickly and stress free.
Yes. In many cases, when in-home skilled nursing care is prescribed by the physician, personal care services will be recommended as well. Our team of skilled-medical professionals and personal caregivers work together to ensure all of our patients needs are met.
First and foremost, Atlanta House Health Care is both a Georgia State licensed and Medicare certified home health agency. All of our staff members undergo extensive pre-screening prior to hire, including criminal background checks, reference checks from previous employers and professional colleagues as well as a pre-employment health screening evaluation. Each of our staff members is fully insured and bonded.
Yes, both our skilled nursing staff and our personal care staff are under the supervision of the directors of those divisions. All of our staff are in daily communication from the field with their supervisors and, in turn, the supervisors will implement any program changes, etc., deemed necessary. Weekly staff meetings bring everyone together to review patient needs and changes. Supervisory staff will also periodically visit or call to make sure everything is going okay. Should a concern arise, the director of nursing will take care of it. She is ultimately responsible for everything that goes on in the home, and is available 7 days a week.
Do I have to sign a long-term contract for care?
No, we don’t require a long-term commitment so you can cancel at any time. Please note that cancellation fees may apply.
What happens if my care needs change?
If there’s a sudden change in condition and corresponding care needs, we will promptly modify your Care Plan. Our Care Team also makes periodic visits to the home to reassess care needs and will make updates and recommended changes to your Care Plan to ensure that your loved one has the right level of care.
For skilled nursing care, Medicaid, Managed Care, Private Insurance and Private Payors all can pay for services. These services must be ordered by a physician and may only be covered for a specific amount of time or “visits”. Personal care is usually only covered by Long Term Care Insurance, Workers Compensation and/or Private pay. Custodial care costs are determined by the type of care needed by each individual client. Please check with your insurance company for your personal care benefit coverage.
In-home services, both skilled nursing and personal care are available 7 days a week, 365 days a year. This flexibility has proven to avert unnecessary trips to the emergency room. Atlanta House Health Care does it’s best to accommodate all your scheduling needs.
Respite care is a type of home care that gives the primary family caregiver relief so they can rest, recharge, and take care of their own health. A professional caregiver can help for a few hours a day or a few days a week, providing short-term or long-term respite care to support families caring for a loved one at home.
We know how important evaluating the cost of senior care and home health care assistance can be. But cost is only one thing to consider. Compassionate care and quality service delivered by trusted professionals can bring comfort and support to your family.
The most common way to pay for home care is private pay. But some services may be covered by a variety of benefits and programs. Contact us to request personalized pricing for the services you need to help keep your loved one in the place they call home.
How to Pay for Home Care
Helping you figure out how to pay for your in-home care services is part of our job, and our insurance specialists will verify your benefits eligibility.