Which explanation would the nurse provide about Medicare coverage to the family members who indicate that they cannot be with the client all the time and feel that the client should have 24-hour nursing care upon discharge?
1) Medicare will only cover services on an intermittent basis.
2) Medicare will not cover this kind of care, but Medicaid will fill in the gaps.
3) 24-hour care can be covered if there is a documented need for one to two weeks.
4) You will need to speak with your provider; they can petition for coverage with Medicare.