Admissions and Referrals
If you or a loved one needs a referral for home health care, we can help. Please call us anytime 24- hours, 7 days a week and a team member of Sunshine Home Health Care will be happy to answer your questions.
Physician Referral
If you are referring a patient, please contact our office at 913-724-7500 or fax signed MD orders, pt. demographics, H&P, and current med list to 913-724-7504.
What is Sunshine’s Admission Process?
24 hours after we receive a referral, one of our skilled team members visits the patient and his or her family in their home. A member of our team will thoroughly assess the patient’s needs, explain our services, answer questions and provide the benefit of our services. We also consult with the patient’s doctor to ensure that home health care is an appropriate choice. Finally, we will have the patient or medical DPOA sign consent to treat form to confirm that home health care is the patient’s desired treatment. Once signed, all ordered disciplines can begin services usually within the following 24 hours.
Who Qualifies for Home Health Care
Anyone who has recently experienced a change in medication or health condition, had a recent or past hospitalization, and currently experiences difficulty leaving home may qualify for home care. Common reasons for home care include:
• Wound care
• Diabetes
• Physical therapy
• Home Infusion therapy
• Any disease process that is—or should be—managed by a physician
• Medication Education
• Requiring professional help in understanding and managing personal health care.
Our care teams offer the tools that will help you or your loved one regain and retain optimal health. And since health care instruction is one of our highest priorities, our specialists will be happy to answer any questions you might have concerning your health and comfort.
When is Home Health Care Appropriate?
You don’t have to wait for a physician to recommend home health care. Anytime it becomes more comfortable and convenient to receive care at home or in a care facility, home health care may be an option. Most patients find home care a more pleasant and satisfying way to heal. Simply ask your doctor if it would be appropriate for you. Please call us at 913-724-7500 if you have any questions about qualifying for home health care.