In addition to a physician's order, what is one of the eligibility requirements for Medicare-covered home health care?
A) The client must have transportation to the physician's office.
B) The family must be willing to meet health care needs.
C) The client must be essentially homebound.
D) The client must be able to leave the home unassisted.

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Medicare-covered home health care requires the client to be essentially homebound, meaning that leaving the home requires a considerable and taxing effort. This eligibility requirement ensures that the services provided are truly necessary for the client's health and well-being. The other options (A, B, and D) are not eligibility requirements for Medicare-covered home health care.

In Addition to a Physician's Order, What Is One of the Eligibility