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What is the criteria 2 for homebound status? Explained

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), homebound status is determined by two main criteria. The second criterion establishes that leaving one's home must be a considerable and taxing effort, beyond just needing assistance, for a patient to qualify for covered home health services. This is crucial for verifying that the patient's condition genuinely confines them to their residence for medical purposes.

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