The best way to combat skyrocketing medical expenses is at home.

Experts from government and business agree that home medical care is a way to reduce rising healthcare costs, particularly in Medicare and Medicaid. A greater number of home-care services could reduce medical costs.

Around 8 million seniors or disabled people rely on home-based services. You can find home-care equipment such as oxygen therapy, power wheelchairs or hospital beds, and diabetic supplies.

Equipment and services are delivered to patients’ homes by durable medical equipment providers, usually within minutes of discharge from the hospital. The home medical equipment provider quickly delivers the necessary medical equipment and supplies, adjusts them, and provides instructions on how to use the equipment safely and correctly. Provider is available to assist with any emergency, as well as for additional adjustments or other assistance.

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services care in the home is far more cost-effective than that in a hospital or nursing facility. Home-care is shown to reduce hospital admissions and emergency rooms visits. This saves taxpayers money.

According to a Harris poll, approximately 42% of Americans would prefer to be able receive their medical services at home. The poll found that 78 percent of the respondents would vote for candidates who improve Medicare coverage for home-based medical equipment and services.

Although durable medical equipment is one of the slowest growing parts of Medicare, it can be a convenient target for Washington policymakers. Some people believe Medicare prices for home medical equipment or services should be based solely on what a customer would pay for it if they bought it online or at a discounted store. Medicare beneficiaries who have to use home medical devices such as oxygen concentrators cannot order equipment online and adjust it to their specifications. They must also be able to teach how to use the equipment. In order to be reimbursed for the equipment and services they provide, the provider of home medical equipment must follow all applicable Medicare regulations.

Tyler J. Wilson, president, American Association for Homecare says “Home medical care and equipment will continue to be safe and cost-effective as long as policymakers remember that homecare requires services and personal attention for seniors.”

Visit this site for more information about homecare www.aahomecare.org.