Concept and Implementation
The "SNF at home" initiative, tested at , provides skilled nursing facility services at home, aiming to alleviate the shortage of rehabilitation and nursing home beds.
This program, offering visits from caregivers and remote monitoring, is seen as a future of medicine, especially beneficial for rural areas with nursing home closures.
Challenges and Perspectives
Despite its potential, "SNF at home" faces hurdles such as lack of federal standards, reimbursement mechanisms, and is currently only available through specific clinical trials or programs with bundled payments.
The criticizes the term "SNF at home," emphasizing that skilled nursing services must legally be provided in an institution, highlighting the program's regulatory challenges.