Nebraska Home Health Care Agencies

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Cost of Nebraska Home Care

According to the 2015 Genworth Financial cost of care survey, the average hourly home care rate in Nebraska is $21.95.

The monthly base rate for Nebraska home care is typically higher when compared to neighboring states. Nebraska is also more expensive compared to the national average.

This cost is the base cost for home maker services in Nebraska. The rate for home health care services is typically higher. In Nebraska, the average hourly rate is $23.00. Additional fees beyond the base rate may apply.

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Monthly Costs Compared to Neighboring States

Nebraska Home Care Services

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services maintains a list of state approved home health agencies.You can contact the DHHS Home and Community Services division at the following:

Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services
Home and Community Services
301 Centennial Mall South, 5th floor
State Office Building
Lincoln, NE 68509
Toll-Free Phone Number: 1-800-358-8802

Nebraska Home Health Care Resources

In addition, the not for profit Visiting Nurses Association in Nebraska may be a useful resource for home care information. The VNA serves all consumers who qualify, regardless of age or ability to pay. Home care services are paid through Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance companies. The VNA staff will evaluate a consumer's eligibility via phone or home visit. Clients must have a physician's referral and be classified as homebound or needing skilled care.

Visiting Nurse Association
12565 W Center Rd, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68144
Primary Phone: 402-342-5566
Fax: 402-342-0034
Alternate: 402-342-5566
Referral: 800-456-8869

For additional information about various home health care services, the Nebraska Association of Home and Community Health Agencies may be a valuable resource. The association is a partnership of many home health care agencies in Nebraska that can help refer you to one of their member agencies as needed. To contact the Nebraska home care and hospice agency that serves your town, visit their web site.

Percentage of Home Care Agencies that Accept Medicare

Nebraska Home Care Services

Of the home care agencies in Nebraska that were surveyed by Medicare, the percentage of agencies that provide common services is listed below.

Nebraska Agencies by City