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Drew Blankenship

6 Home Health Costs Medicare Usually Leaves to Families

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Medicare covers many skilled home health services, but families are often surprised to learn they may still have to pay out of pocket for personal care, homemaker services, meal delivery, and other long-term support. PeopleImages/Shutterstock

Navigating the complexities of healthcare coverage, especially Medicare, can feel like a daunting task. It becomes even more stressful when you or a loved one needs assistance at home. Many families operate under the misconception that Medicare acts as a comprehensive safety net for all aging-related support, but the reality is much more limited.

While Medicare does provide vital coverage for skilled medical needs, it largely excludes the daily, non-medical assistance that many seniors rely on to live independently. There are some costs that are 100% passed on to the families. Here are six home health costs that many people are surprised to find out that Medicare doesn’t actually cover.

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