Terms and Conditions

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 Kentucky home care terms and conditions are established through administrative regulations and programs like the Kentucky Homecare Program and the Home and Community-Based (HCB) Waiver, which detail patient rights, service requirements, and provider qualifications. Key aspects include a client's right to make care decisions, receive services outlined in a plan of care, and be treated with dignity, while providers must follow state regulations for services like skilled nursing, therapy, and aide services.  

Key Programs and Regulations

• Kentucky Homecare Program: Provides assistance like personal care, home-delivered meals, and respite care for elderly residents at risk of nursing home placement. 
• Home and Community-Based (HCB) Waiver: A Medicaid waiver program offering services like attendant care and environmental modifications to help individuals with disabilities or those 65+ live in the community. 
• Kentucky Administrative Regulations (KAR):
  • Title 910 Chapter 1 Regulation 180: Outlines rights and responsibilities related to the delivery of home care services. 
  • Title 902 Chapter 20 Regulation 081: Governs the provision of home health services, including the need for a physician-prescribed plan of care. 
  • Title 907 KAR 1:030 & 907 KAR 7:010: Define the specific qualifications for providers and services covered under the Medicaid Home Health and HCB Waiver programs. 

Patient Rights and Responsibilities

• Right to Dignity and Choice: Residents have the right to be treated with respect and to make decisions about their care. 
• Right to Information: You must be informed about your care and treatment, including any changes. 
• Right to Participate in Care Planning: You have the right to be involved in planning your care. 
• Right to Privacy: Your personal and clinical records are confidential, and you can access them. 
• Right to Complain: You can complain about conditions without fear of retaliation. 

Provider Responsibilities

• Qualifications: Staff must meet established training and qualification standards for the specific services they provide. 
• Plan of Care: Services must be delivered according to a written plan of care prescribed by a physician. 
• Compliance: Providers must follow all relevant state Medicaid and administrative regulations for services and billing.

How to Find More Information

• Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS): Visit the CHFS website for details on the Kentucky Homecare Program and HCB Waiver services. 
• Legislative Research Commission: You can access and inspect relevant Kentucky Administrative Regulations at apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/kar/titles/910/001/180/13921/. 
• Your Provider: Obtain and review your specific provider's contract, which will outline their services, policies, and pricing.