Services Provided
Patients need a physician referral to qualify for payment through a health plan, such as Medicare or private insurance. Following the Physician’s Plan of Care, our inter-disciplinary team helps assess, direct care and provide patient/caregiver education. VNA offers a wide range of Home Health services and programs, we customize care for patients that clearly adheres to their physician’s Care plans.
We care in a home setting for disease management, diabetic, respiratory, congestive heart failure (CHF), infusion therapy, orthopedics assessment, therapy, fall prevention, wound care, colostomy care, health assessments, catheter care, tube feedings, and PCA pumps.
We care in a home setting for disease management, diabetic, respiratory, congestive heart failure (CHF), infusion therapy, orthopedics assessment, therapy, fall prevention, wound care, colostomy care, health assessments, catheter care, tube feedings, and PCA pumps.
Our Team
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We offer care from registered nurse, licensed practical nurses, Home Health Aides, Therapy, and Medical Social Workers.
Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses support physician patient directives with in-home care in: IV therapy, wound care, pediatrics, diabetes, medication management, medication compliance, and Congestive Heart Failure. Skilled Home Health Aides assist patients with their personal care and hygiene needs and provide light homemaking services. Rehabilitative services are available for patients requiring care in Physical, Occupational, Speech, and Respiratory Therapy. Social Workers support patients and families with emotional, psycho-social and financial counseling and assistance in accessing community resources. |
Rehabilitation Services
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Whether you have had orthopedic surgery or a recent fall, have an increase in weakness or suffered the effects of a stroke, our rehabilitation team can help you with your recovery. Our comprehensive team includes: physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists.
Upon receiving an order from your physician, our therapists can: evaluate, treat and educate you or your loved one in familiar surroundings, assess the patient and home for fall risks, review your medications for interactions and safety factors, make recommendations to support the rehabilitation process, provide rehabilitation therapy services that fit your schedule, and communicate with your physician about your progress. |
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Medicare
The Visiting Nurse Association of the Wabash Valley is certified to participate in the Medicare program. To qualify for Home Healthcare on Medicare you must be homebound, have recently seen a doctor, a Plan of Care approved by a physician, and have a need for skilled clinicians. To meet the medicare requirement guideline of "intermittent," the patient must have a recurring need for skilled nursing, physical therapy or speech therapy at least once every 60 days.