Some of us may have access to world-class healthcare facilities, however, there may be instances where home-based primary care is more ideal for our loved ones. Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) or house calls refer to the delivery of primary, urgent or palliative care to medically vulnerable home-bound patients. It is a patient-centric, continuous care approach that caters to patients suffering from multiple chronic conditions.
At Domus Care Solutions we offer comprehensive home-based primary care to patients who cannot visit a healthcare provider. We’ve established a network that consists of physicians and other medical professionals in Weston and surrounding areas to offer your loved ones the best support. In this article, we discuss home-based primary care and its ideal candidates.
Who Offers Home-Based Primary Care?
This healthcare model requires an “all hands on deck” approach to providing optimal care for your loved ones. You can rest assured knowing that your loved ones will receive medical attention and/or support from the following key players:
- Primary Care Physicians
- Nurses
- Caregivers
- Physician Assistants
- Social Workers
- Emergency Medical Technicians
- Pharmacists
Furthermore, many of these professionals can facilitate timely interventions when conditions worsen. Additionally, they will act quickly to handle avoidable emergency department visits and hospitalizations. What’s more, the nurses, caregivers and other healthcare professionals will provide companionship which is comforting for your loved ones.
What Are Some of the Services of HBPC?
Unlike intermittent home health care, HBPC lasts as long as care is required. And while there may be some patients who require a combination of the two, HBPC offers more such as significant palliative care services and collaborations with palliative and hospice providers.
Below are other services you can expect:
- An initial in-home visit/assessment with your loved one and their caregiver(s) to determine the frequency of visits
- A discussion with you and your loved one about their goals
- A devised personalized care plan
- Routine medical care and the monitoring and management of chronic conditions
- Yearly wellness visits
- Urgent care when needed
- Wound care and other procedures
- Care coordination with healthcare providers such as psychiatrists, podiatrists, dentists, etc
- Coordination of blood tests, EKGs, ultrasounds and other types of diagnostic testing
- Caregiver support
Is Home-Based Primary Care Right for Your Loved One?
According to a 2015 study it is estimated that there are over 2 million older adults who are home-bound. Is your loved one among this group? Or perhaps they are younger but find it difficult to cope with medical challenges that restrict them to the home. Below are reasons you may need to consider HBPC for your family member:
- They have difficulty leaving home due to medical conditions such as dementia or physical mobility limitations (impairments or disabilities)
- They rely on medical devices, special assistance, or transportation accommodations to visit a doctor
- Leaving home can adversely affects their mental health
- Caregivers and/or other family members are unable to take your loved one to see a doctor
- They may require palliative or end-of-life care
Home-Based Primary Care Available in Weston, FL
Do you think HBPC is suitable for your loved one? Admitting them to an HBPC program will not only save them trips to the doctor’s office but may also enhance their quality of life. At Domus Care Solutions, Dr. Rafael Hernandez and his team of chronic care management experts stand ready to offer your family member the best in home-based primary care. Schedule an appointment with us today. You may also call us at 305-898-9707.
