Medicare covers up to 100 days of care in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) each benefit period. If you need more than 100 days of SNF care in a benefit period, you will need to pay out of pocket. If your care is ending because you are running out of
Home health care
Home care
Medicare covers home care through its home health benefit if you meet the eligibility requirements. You must need skilled care to qualify for Medicare’s home health benefit. If you are eligible, Medicare may also cover other services, such as personal care. Remember: If you need home health care and/or personal
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