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Star Home Health Services, Inc

Below Average1.5-Star CMS Rating

8130 1/2 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60652

6 Services
For-Profit
17 Years Certified

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8130 1/2 S Kedzie Ave
Chicago, IL 60652

About Star Home Health Services, Inc

Home health agency overview

Star Home Health Services, Inc is a for-profit Medicare-certified home health agency in Chicago, IL. Certified since 2009, the agency has provided 17 years of in-home healthcare services to the community. The agency offers 6 of the 6 standard home health service categories.

Star Home Health Services, Inc provides skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, medical social services, home health aide services. Skilled nursing and physical therapy are the core services most patients receive, often following a hospital stay, surgery, or acute illness episode.

Star Home Health Services, Inc holds a 1.5-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 Chicago, 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 Rating1.5/5 Stars
OwnershipFor-Profit
Certified Since2009
Services Offered6 of 6
Medicare Spending0.65x avg
Affiliated Doctors1

Quality Rating

CMS Quality of Patient Care star rating

1.5of 5

Below Average

Quality of Patient Care Rating

Star Home Health Services, Inc has received a 1.5-star quality of patient care rating from CMS. Patients in Chicago, 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

93.2%

Improved Walking

Patients whose ability to walk improved during the home health episode

53.7%

Improved Bed Transferring

Patients whose ability to get in and out of bed improved

64.5%

Improved Bathing

Patients whose ability to bathe improved during care

64.0%

Improved Breathing

Patients whose shortness of breath improved

85.4%

Improved Oral Medications

Patients who improved in managing their medications correctly

27.9%

Skin Integrity

Patients assessed for pressure ulcer risk with prevention plan

0.0%

Timely Drug Education

Patients who received timely medication teaching and reconciliation

96.1%

Functional Assessment

Patients with a comprehensive functional status assessment

45.4%

Flu Vaccination

Patients assessed for seasonal flu vaccination status

41.9%

Falls with Injury

Lower is better

Patients who experienced a fall resulting in major injury

0.5%

Discharge & Readmission

Performance compared to national rates

Discharged to Community

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

Worse Than National

Risk-standardized rate: 63.7%

Star Home Health Services, Inc performs worse than the national rate for discharged to community. Patients should discuss this measure with their care team.

Medicare Spending

Spending per episode relative to national average

0.65x

Below National Average

1.00 = national average Medicare spending per episode

Star Home Health Services, Inc's Medicare spending per episode is 35% below the national average (ratio: 0.65). Lower spending relative to quality outcomes may indicate efficient care delivery. This is based on 38 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

Available

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

Medical Social Services

Available

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

Home Health Aide Services

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 Star Home Health Services, Inc

What is the quality rating for Star Home Health Services, Inc?

Star Home Health Services, Inc has a 1.5-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 Star Home Health Services, Inc offer?

Star Home Health Services, Inc offers 6 home health services: skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, medical social services, home health aide.

Does Medicare cover Star Home Health Services, Inc?

Yes, Star Home Health Services, 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 Star Home Health Services, Inc's Medicare spending compare?

Star Home Health Services, Inc's Medicare spending per episode ratio is 0.65 (1.00 = national average). This is below the national average.

How many doctors are affiliated with Star Home Health Services, Inc?

1 physicians are affiliated with Star Home Health Services, Inc.

Data source: CMS Home Health Compare ·