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Frequenly asked questions
To help you feel confident in choosing Pulse Home Health & Hospice, we’ve answered some of the most common questions families ask about our home health and hospice services in Southeastern Louisiana.
If you have any additional questions or would like to discuss your loved one’s specific needs, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
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Home health care allows seniors to receive skilled nursing, therapies, and medical support in the familiar comfort of their own home, promoting faster healing, reducing stress, and helping maintain daily routines and independence. Being at home significantly lowers the risk of hospital-acquired infections, eliminates travel challenges for those with limited mobility, and provides one-on-one attention from caregivers without the time constraints typical of clinic or hospital visits. Families often find home health more cost-effective and convenient, with personalized care plans tailored to individual needs and the emotional benefit of keeping loved ones surrounded by their own belongings, memories, and family—resulting in higher satisfaction and better overall outcomes.
We provide a wide range of services, including personal care, companion care, medication management, and care home services. Our goal is to ensure seniors receive comprehensive support tailored to their individual needs, promoting comfort, independence, and overall well-being.
We offer a comprehensive range of services, including personal care, medication management, and care home services. Our mission is to provide seniors with personalized support that enhances their comfort, independence, and overall well-being.
Absolutely! We customize our services to align with each senior’s unique needs, preferences, and health requirements, ensuring they receive compassionate and personalized care tailored just for them.
Yes! Our care home offers 24/7 support for seniors who need continuous care, and we also provide in-home care options tailored to individual schedules and specific needs.
Simply reach out to us for a consultation! Our team will assess your loved one's needs and create a personalized care plan tailored to their comfort, well-being, and independence.
According to “The Patient’s Bill of Rights” law, you can decide what physical, occupational, and speech therapy clinic you choose for your care.
Although many physicians recommend a particular organization they may prefer, you are under no obligation to go to that clinic. No medical practitioner, insurance company, or other entity can insist you use a particular group. The choice is yours to make!
Yes—most home health and hospice services at Pulse Home Health & Hospice are fully covered by Medicare for eligible patients, including skilled nursing, physical/occupational/speech therapy, medical social work, and hospice care when medical criteria are met (no copays or deductibles for approved home health episodes in most cases). We are also in-network with many private insurance plans, Medicaid (including Louisiana Medicaid waivers), and VA benefits, and our team verifies coverage and obtains any necessary authorizations before services begin to minimize out-of-pocket costs. During your free initial consultation, we review your specific insurance details, explain precisely what is covered, and discuss any potential costs upfront so there are no surprises. Our goal is to make high-quality, compassionate care accessible and affordable for every family we serve.
Many seniors qualify for Medicare, which fully covers medically necessary home health services (such as skilled nursing, therapies, and medical social work) and hospice care when specific criteria are met—no private insurance required. At Pulse Home Health & Hospice, we are Medicare-certified and prioritize helping families access these benefits.If Medicare or Medicaid eligibility does not apply, we offer private pay options with transparent pricing tailored to your needs. Our team can discuss flexible payment plans and provide a personalized cost estimate during a free consultation.We also assist in exploring other resources, such as Louisiana Medicaid waivers for low-income individuals or community programs, to make compassionate care accessible. Contact us today—we're committed to finding the right solution for your family.
In-home occupational therapy helps seniors regain and maintain independence by addressing challenges with everyday activities (known as "activities of daily living" or ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and household tasks—all in the comfort and familiarity of home. Therapists assess physical, cognitive, and environmental barriers, then create personalized plans using adaptive techniques, exercises, and tools to improve strength, coordination, fine motor skills, and safety.
A speech-language pathologist (SLP), commonly called a speech therapist, assesses, diagnoses, and treats communication disorders and swallowing difficulties. They work with people of all ages to improve speech clarity, language understanding and expression, voice quality, fluency (e.g., reducing stuttering), and cognitive-communication skills like memory and problem-solving. Therapy is personalized, often involving exercises, strategies, and tools to help individuals communicate effectively and safely in daily life.