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Lyfe Home Health

Below Average2-Star CMS Rating

6050 Oakton Street, Morton Grove, IL 60053

3 Services
Nonprofit
17 Years Certified

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6050 Oakton Street
Morton Grove, IL 60053

About Lyfe Home Health

Home health agency overview

Lyfe Home Health is a nonprofit Medicare-certified home health agency in Morton Grove, IL. Certified since 2009, the agency has provided 17 years of in-home healthcare services to the community. The agency offers 3 of the 6 standard home health service categories.

Lyfe Home Health provides skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy. Skilled nursing and physical therapy are the core services most patients receive, often following a hospital stay, surgery, or acute illness episode.

Lyfe Home Health holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients and families should review the detailed quality measures below. 10 physicians are affiliated with this agency.

When selecting a home health agency in Morton Grove, IL, 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
OwnershipNonprofit
Certified Since2009
Services Offered3 of 6
Medicare Spending0.72x avg
Affiliated Doctors10

Quality Rating

CMS Quality of Patient Care star rating

2of 5

Below Average

Quality of Patient Care Rating

Lyfe Home Health has received a 2-star quality of patient care rating from CMS. Patients in Morton Grove, IL 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

96.6%

Improved Walking

Patients whose ability to walk improved during the home health episode

83.4%

Improved Bed Transferring

Patients whose ability to get in and out of bed improved

66.4%

Improved Bathing

Patients whose ability to bathe improved during care

74.3%

Improved Breathing

Patients whose shortness of breath improved

74.3%

Improved Oral Medications

Patients who improved in managing their medications correctly

74.0%

Skin Integrity

Patients assessed for pressure ulcer risk with prevention plan

0.0%

Timely Drug Education

Patients who received timely medication teaching and reconciliation

79.0%

Functional Assessment

Patients with a comprehensive functional status assessment

34.7%

Flu Vaccination

Patients assessed for seasonal flu vaccination status

57.8%

Falls with Injury

Lower is better

Patients who experienced a fall resulting in major injury

0.8%

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: 73.2%

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

Potentially Preventable Readmissions

Rate of unplanned hospital readmissions within 30 days

Same as National

Risk-standardized rate: 4.1%

Lyfe Home Health performs at about the national rate for potentially preventable readmissions, consistent with most home health agencies.

Potentially Preventable Hospitalizations

Rate of unplanned hospitalizations during home health care

Same as National

Risk-standardized rate: 12.0%

Lyfe 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

0.72x

Below National Average

1.00 = national average Medicare spending per episode

Lyfe Home Health's Medicare spending per episode is 28% below the national average (ratio: 0.72). Lower spending relative to quality outcomes may indicate efficient care delivery. This is based on 280 Medicare episodes.

Services Offered

Medicare-certified home health service categories

Skilled Nursing Care

Available

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

Physical Therapy

Available

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

Occupational Therapy

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 Lyfe Home Health

What is the quality rating for Lyfe Home Health?

Lyfe 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 Lyfe Home Health offer?

Lyfe Home Health offers 3 home health services: skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy.

Does Medicare cover Lyfe Home Health?

Yes, Lyfe 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 Lyfe Home Health's Medicare spending compare?

Lyfe Home Health's Medicare spending per episode ratio is 0.72 (1.00 = national average). This is below the national average.

How many doctors are affiliated with Lyfe Home Health?

10 physicians are affiliated with Lyfe Home Health.

Data source: CMS Home Health Compare ·