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South County Home Health, Inc.

Below Average2-Star CMS Rating

2 S Pointe Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630

3 Years Certified

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2 S Pointe Dr
Lake Forest, CA 92630

About South County Home Health, Inc.

Home health agency overview

South County Home Health, Inc. is an Medicare-certified home health agency in Lake Forest, CA.

South County Home Health, Inc. holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients and families should review the detailed quality measures below. 1 physicians are affiliated with this agency.

When selecting a home health agency in Lake Forest, CA, 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 Since2023
Medicare Spending1.20x avg
Affiliated Doctors1

Quality Rating

CMS Quality of Patient Care star rating

2of 5

Below Average

Quality of Patient Care Rating

South County Home Health, Inc. has received a 2-star quality of patient care rating from CMS. Patients in Lake Forest, CA 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

96.5%

Improved Walking

Patients whose ability to walk improved during the home health episode

65.0%

Improved Bed Transferring

Patients whose ability to get in and out of bed improved

74.3%

Improved Bathing

Patients whose ability to bathe improved during care

76.4%

Improved Breathing

Patients whose shortness of breath improved

85.8%

Improved Oral Medications

Patients who improved in managing their medications correctly

57.0%

Skin Integrity

Patients assessed for pressure ulcer risk with prevention plan

0.0%

Timely Drug Education

Patients who received timely medication teaching and reconciliation

70.5%

Functional Assessment

Patients with a comprehensive functional status assessment

65.6%

Flu Vaccination

Patients assessed for seasonal flu vaccination status

67.3%

Falls with Injury

Lower is better

Patients who experienced a fall resulting in major injury

3.5%

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: 84.6%

South County Home Health, Inc. 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

Worse Than National

Risk-standardized rate: 18.2%

South County Home Health, Inc. performs worse than the national rate for potentially preventable hospitalizations. Patients should discuss this measure with their care team.

Medicare Spending

Spending per episode relative to national average

1.20x

Above National Average

1.00 = national average Medicare spending per episode

South County Home Health, Inc.'s Medicare spending per episode is 20% above the national average (ratio: 1.20). Higher spending may reflect more complex patient populations or more intensive care. This is based on 194 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.

Affiliated Physicians

1 affiliated physicians

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Frequently Asked Questions

About South County Home Health, Inc.

What is the quality rating for South County Home Health, Inc.?

South County Home Health, Inc. 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 South County Home Health, Inc. offer?

Service information is not currently available.

Does Medicare cover South County Home Health, Inc.?

Yes, South County Home Health, Inc. 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 South County Home Health, Inc.'s Medicare spending compare?

South County Home Health, Inc.'s Medicare spending per episode ratio is 1.20 (1.00 = national average). This is above the national average.

How many doctors are affiliated with South County Home Health, Inc.?

1 physicians are affiliated with South County Home Health, Inc..

Data source: CMS Home Health Compare ·