Working with a variety of payors is essential for successful use of home care services. Interim HealthCare has one of the broadest payor relationships in the industry. There are few payors with which Interim HealthCare does not have a relationship that would allow franchisees to care for individuals covered by their programs.
Medicare Most Interim HealthCare locations are certified by the Federal Government to participate in the Medicare program. This program pays for comprehensive home care services for Medicare-eligible patients who meet Medicare criteria. Each Medicare certified office meets with referral sources to determine if a particular patient satisfies Medicare criteria.
Medicaid Most Interim HealthCare offices participate in state Medicaid programs. There are many different Medicaid programs. These include the traditional programs that support the care needs of those meeting Medicaid financial eligibility criteria. There are also many programs designed to serve special needs patients, for both skilled and non-skilled care. Interim HealthCare offices can consult with referral sources on the various programs that might be available.
Commercial Insurance/Managed Care/Third Party AdministratorsInterim HealthCare franchisees probably work with more "commercial" payors than any other home care company. This means they can care for more patients than most anyone else. It also means that they have the policies, procedures and protocols to perform effectively within managed care settings.
Workers' CompensationHome Care can be an effective part of treating and caring for those injured at work. Interim HealthCare franchisees work with insurers, state programs, claims managers, case managers and physicians to provide care that promotes return to work and the best utilization of home care services to assure good outcomes and satisfaction.
Self-PayInterim HealthCare franchisees work with patients, families and financial advisors to provide home care services on a self-pay basis. In fact, the franchise network provides care for hundreds of patients every day, a strong endorsement of service responsiveness and good care. This includes skilled nursing as well as non-medical supportive services. Interim HealthCare is one of the few companies that is a leader in both fields, allowing franchisees to care for patients across time and with all sources of payors.
