Home health care services medicare — Washington, DC

Medicare is the federal health insurance program for individuals 65 and older, younger people with disabilities, and those with End-Stage Renal Disease. It covers a broad spectrum of medical services, including, under specific circumstances, home health care. In Washington D.C., Medicare can help fund necessary medical support provided in your home. We can help you understand these benefits.

Medicare generally excludes long-term custodial care, cosmetic surgery, routine dental care, eye exams for glasses, hearing aids, and routine foot care. However, medically necessary treatments related to these areas may be covered. For home health care in Washington D.C., it's important to know which specific services Medicare considers medically necessary and therefore eligible for coverage.

Generally, to qualify for Medicare, you must be a U.S. citizen or a legal resident for at least five years, be 65 or older or have a qualifying disability, and have paid Medicare taxes for at least 10 years (or your spouse has). These are the fundamental eligibility criteria before you can access benefits for home health care.