Who Pays for Veterans’ Post-Acute Skilled Home Health Care?
Author Information
Author(s): Daus Marguerite, Devone Frank, Corneau Emily, Magid Kate, Kennedy Katherine, Gozalo Pedro, Thomas Kali, Jones Christine
Primary Institution: Department of Veterans Affairs
Hypothesis
What factors influence whether Veterans receive post-acute home health care funded by the VHA or Medicare?
Conclusion
Veterans enrolled in Medicare Advantage have a significantly higher chance of having their post-acute home health care paid for by the VHA.
Supporting Evidence
- Being enrolled in Medicare Advantage increases the probability of VHA paying for home health care by 28.05%.
- Previous VHA-paid home health care episodes are associated with increased probability of VHA-paid care.
- An admitting diagnosis of sepsis is a predictor for VHA-paid home health care.
Takeaway
This study looks at how different types of health insurance affect whether Veterans get help at home after leaving the hospital.
Methodology
Data from various sources for FY 2017-2019 was merged to analyze characteristics associated with VHA versus Medicare-funded home health care.
Participant Demographics
Veterans aged 66 years or older who were admitted to a VAMC for acute care hospitalization.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 27.12%, 28.96
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