Frequently Asked Questions

Starting your own home health care business requires careful planning and consideration. The process involves and is not limited to the following: developing a business plan, obtaining the necessary licensing and certification, development of legal and financial structures, creation of policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance and regulations. Starting a home health care business requires dedication, expertise, and a commitment to providing excellent care to your clients. Seeking guidance from industry professionals and experts can also be beneficial in navigating the complexities of establishing and growing your business. If you are interested in starting your own home health care business, contact us. We provide consultation from start to finish to ensure you are patient and compliance ready.

OASIS (Outcome and Assessment Information Set) in home health care is a standardized assessment tool required by CMS that home health agencies use to collect patient data at specific points during a home health episode. When conducting home health care OASIS reviews, clinicians gather information on a patient’s clinical status, functional abilities, and service needs to support care planning, quality measurement, and reimbursement. OASIS assessments are completed at key time points such as start of care, resumption of care, recertification, transfer, and discharge. These reviews play a critical role in ensuring accurate documentation and compliance in home health care.

Home health care compliance refers to a home health agency’s ability to meet Medicare regulations, documentation standards, and operational requirements established by CMS while delivering skilled, medically necessary care to patients in their homes.

For Medicare-certified home health agencies, compliance ensures:

• Accurate reimbursement
• Successful surveys and audits
• Reduced risk of denials, recoupments, and penalties
• High-quality, defensible patient care

In many cases, home health care expenses can be tax deductible. However, it is essential to consult with a tax professional or accountant to determine your specific eligibility and to understand the regulations in your country or region. Tax laws and regulations can change, so it is crucial to stay updated and consult with a qualified tax professional who can provide personalized advice based on your circumstances. 

Outpatient therapy is a type of rehabilitation service where patients receive treatment at a clinic, hospital outpatient department, or private practice without being admitted to a hospital or staying overnight. Patients travel to and from their therapy appointments and return home the same day.

Outpatient therapy commonly includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology services.

Starting your own outpatient therapy clinic requires careful planning and consideration. The process involves and is not limited to the following: developing a business plan, obtaining the necessary licensing and certification, securing finances and clinic location, appropriate equipment, development of policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance and regulations. Starting your own outpatient therapy clinic requires expertise in both healthcare and business management. Seeking guidance from industry professionals, consultants, and legal experts can be beneficial in navigating the complexities of establishing and growing your clinic. If you are interested in starting your own outpatient therapy clinic, contact us. We provide consultation from start to finish to ensure you are patient and compliance ready.

Home health care refers to a wide range of medical and non-medical services provided to individuals in their own homes. Outpatient therapy, also known as outpatient treatment, is a type of medical service where patients receive specialized care without being admitted to a hospital or staying overnight. 

The main difference between home health vs. outpatient therapy is that outpatient therapy is delivered in a clinic or a hospital setting where patients visit for scheduled sessions and then return home. Both provide flexibility and medical services to patients, but the location and the delivery method of care is different.

Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) ​​is a healthcare practice that uses technology to monitor and manage a patient’s health outside of the traditional clinic setting. This approach utilizes software, devices, and mobile applications to track a patient’s health data in real-time, while providing continual oversight. This offers therapy providers another opportunity to gain revenue through providing RTM services. 

Therapy Strong provides a range of therapy consulting services which include:

1. Home Health Care Consulting
2. Home Health Part B - Outpatient Therapy Consulting
3. Home Health and/or Outpatient Therapy Start Up Consulting
4. Medicare Part B Audits
5. Physical and/or Occupational Therapy Consulting
6. Home Health Care OASIS Reviews
7. Therapy Consulting for Active Adult Communities
8. Ongoing education opportunities through webinars

For more information, you can view our full list of services on our therapy consulting page.

You can choose between on-site or remote consulting. The most common and beneficial therapy consulting areas include: 

• Documentation practices
• Visit numbers 
• Reimbursement
• Current clinical pathways 
• Current training programs
• Part B therapy billing

Yes! If you are interested in partnering together, please reach out to laura@therapystrong.com or fill out our contact us form.