Massachusetts Home Health Care Agencies
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Cost of Massachusetts Home Care
According to the 2015 Genworth Financial cost of care survey, the average hourly home care rate in Massachusetts is $23.75.
The monthly base rate for Massachusetts home care is typically higher when compared to neighboring states. Massachusetts is also more expensive compared to the national average.
This cost is the base cost for home maker services in Massachusetts. The rate for home health care services is typically higher. In Massachusetts, the average hourly rate is $25.00. Additional fees beyond the base rate may apply.
Monthly Costs Compared to Neighboring States
Connecticut | $20 | |
U.S. | $20 | |
Vermont | $21 | |
New York | $21 | |
New Hampshire | $23 | |
Rhode Island | $24 | |
Massachusetts | $24 |
Percentage of Home Care Agencies that Accept Medicare
It is difficult to determine exactly what percentage of home health care agencies in Massachusetts accept Medicare because there is no complete list of home health care agencies. According to our data, approximately 35% of Massachusetts home care agencies are certified by Medicare. We have found 490 Massachusetts certified Medicare home health care agencies and anoother 278 Massachusetts home care companies. Realize that while Medicare provides a great deal of data about certain agencies, those agencies are also likely to be the type with trained nursing staff and therapists. If that isn't the type of care you or your loved one needs, be sure to examine all home care agencies in your area. Learn more about home care and Medicare
Massachusetts Home Care Services
Of the home care agencies in Massachusetts that were surveyed by Medicare, the percentage of agencies that provide common services is listed below.
Nursing Care Services: 100.0%
Home Health Aid Services: 98.2%
Physical Therapy Services: 93.1%
Occupational Therapy Services: 87.7%
Speech Pathology Services: 82.7%
Medical Social Services: 80.9%
Researching Home Care in Massachusetts? Ask these questions:
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Is the home care agency licensed in Massachusetts?
Does Massachusetts license home care agencies, and if so, does the agency have a good-standing license?
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What type of services does the home care company provide?
Does the agency provide supportive care services such as housekeeping and bathing/dressing? Does the agency provide home health services provided by an adequately trained health care aide, therapist or nurse?
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What funds will pay for the services provided by the Massachusetts home care agency?
Was the home care prescribed by a doctor? Will Medicare or other health insurance cover the visits or are you requesting home care that is private duty and therefore you will be responsible for the cost?
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What staff will be providing your home care service?
Does the staff meet your needs and the requirements, if any, of Massachusetts? Depending on your needs, staff could include therapists, nurses, social workers, aides or home attendants.
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How long has the home care worker been employed? Has the caregiver been evaluated recently?
Ensure the staff has met the Massachusetts requirements for the tasks and has been property trained and vetted by the agency.
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Will you have the same staff member for every future visit?
Ask if the same caregiver or staff member will return on future visits.
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Does Medicaid cover home care services in Massachusetts?
If you cannot afford the service, does the agency accept Massachusetts Medicaid waivers?
Important Helpful Contacts for Massachusetts Home Health Consumers and Massachusetts Senior Citizens
Local TDD: (617) 521-7490
Tollfree: (877) 563-4467
Your Massachusetts Area Agencies on the Aging are a GREAT Resource. The AAA offices provide different assistance to Massachusetts residents 60+ years of age. Massachusetts Area Agencies on the Aging offer guidance on caregiver support, nutrition, ombudsmen help, assistance programs and referrals, insurance counseling and even transportation.
Find your local Massachusetts AAA below:
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