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Desert Family Home Health

Below Average2-Star CMS Rating

13215 North Verde River Drive, Suite 1, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

5 Years Certified

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13215 North Verde River Drive, Suite 1
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

About Desert Family Home Health

Home health agency overview

Desert Family Home Health is an Medicare-certified home health agency in Fountain Hills, AZ.

Desert Family Home Health holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients and families should review the detailed quality measures below.

When selecting a home health agency in Fountain Hills, AZ, consider quality ratings, the services offered, patient outcome measures, and whether the agency is covered by your insurance. Home health care allows patients to recover in the comfort of their own home while receiving professional medical care.

At a Glance

Star Rating2/5 Stars
Certified Since2021
Medicare Spending1.00x avg

Quality Rating

CMS Quality of Patient Care star rating

2of 5

Below Average

Quality of Patient Care Rating

Desert Family Home Health has received a 2-star quality of patient care rating from CMS. Patients in Fountain Hills, AZ should review the detailed quality measures below and discuss these results with their referring physician.

Patient Outcomes

CMS quality measures for patient improvement and safety

Timely Initiation of Care

Patients who received their first visit within the recommended timeframe

95.0%

Improved Walking

Patients whose ability to walk improved during the home health episode

63.7%

Improved Bed Transferring

Patients whose ability to get in and out of bed improved

72.7%

Improved Bathing

Patients whose ability to bathe improved during care

76.3%

Improved Breathing

Patients whose shortness of breath improved

90.2%

Improved Oral Medications

Patients who improved in managing their medications correctly

55.9%

Skin Integrity

Patients assessed for pressure ulcer risk with prevention plan

0.0%

Timely Drug Education

Patients who received timely medication teaching and reconciliation

85.8%

Functional Assessment

Patients with a comprehensive functional status assessment

72.6%

Flu Vaccination

Patients assessed for seasonal flu vaccination status

51.7%

Falls with Injury

Lower is better

Patients who experienced a fall resulting in major injury

0.9%

Discharge & Readmission

Performance compared to national rates

Discharged to Community

Rate of patients successfully discharged to the community after home health care

Same as National

Risk-standardized rate: 80.7%

Desert Family Home Health performs at about the national rate for discharged to community, consistent with most home health agencies.

Potentially Preventable Hospitalizations

Rate of unplanned hospitalizations during home health care

Same as National

Risk-standardized rate: 8.4%

Desert Family Home Health performs at about the national rate for potentially preventable hospitalizations, consistent with most home health agencies.

Medicare Spending

Spending per episode relative to national average

1.00x

At National Average

1.00 = national average Medicare spending per episode

Desert Family Home Health's Medicare spending per episode is at the national average (ratio: 1.00), indicating typical resource utilization for home health services. This is based on 42 Medicare episodes.

Services Offered

Medicare-certified home health service categories

Skilled Nursing Care

Not Available

Registered nurses provide wound care, medication management, IV therapy, and patient education in the home.

Physical Therapy

Not Available

Licensed physical therapists help patients regain strength, mobility, and balance after illness or surgery.

Occupational Therapy

Not Available

Therapists help patients relearn daily activities like dressing, bathing, and cooking to regain independence.

Speech-Language Pathology

Not Available

Speech therapists address swallowing disorders, communication difficulties, and cognitive-linguistic rehabilitation.

Medical Social Services

Not Available

Social workers help patients access community resources, coordinate care, and address emotional and financial concerns.

Home Health Aide Services

Not Available

Certified aides assist with personal care including bathing, dressing, and light household tasks under nurse supervision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Desert Family Home Health

What is the quality rating for Desert Family Home Health?

Desert Family Home Health has a 2-star quality of patient care rating from CMS, which evaluates home health agencies on patient outcomes including functional improvement, timely care, and avoidance of preventable hospitalizations.

What services does Desert Family Home Health offer?

Service information is not currently available.

Does Medicare cover Desert Family Home Health?

Yes, Desert Family Home Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency. Medicare typically covers home health services when ordered by a physician and the patient is homebound and requires skilled care.

How does Desert Family Home Health's Medicare spending compare?

Desert Family Home Health's Medicare spending per episode ratio is 1.00 (1.00 = national average). This is at the national average.

How many doctors are affiliated with Desert Family Home Health?

Affiliated physician data is not currently available.

Data source: CMS Home Health Compare ·