US Medical Term · procedures
Home Health Care
Atención Médica Domiciliaria
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Home Health Care |
| Spanish (Español) | Atención Médica Domiciliaria |
| Chinese (中文) | 居家医疗 |
| Korean (한국어) | 재가 의료 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Chăm sóc sức khỏe tại nhà |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Home Health Care |
| Portuguese (Português) | Cuidado de Saúde Domiciliar |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | การดูแลสุขภาพที่บ้าน |
| Japanese (日本語) | 在宅医療 |
What it means
Home health care refers to skilled medical services provided in a patient's home by licensed professionals, including nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists. These services are distinct from non-medical home care (such as housekeeping or companion services). Medicare Part A or B may cover home health care when a patient is homebound, under a physician's care, and receiving skilled services. Coverage is based on medical necessity and is subject to prior authorization by many private insurers.
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Last reviewed: September 2026