Original Medicare
Covers home health in full for homebound patients who qualify.
For families
Family resources
How we work with families, paying for care, our community calendar and supper ideas from our dietitian.
For families
For families
You're part of the plan. Here's how it works.
- 01
Your case manager
One nurse who knows your parent and calls back the same day.
- 02
Visit reminders
A text the night before, in English or Spanish.
- 03
Family meetings
A sit-down whenever the plan changes, in person or by phone.
- 04
After hours
A registered nurse answers every night and weekend.
Insurance & payment
Paying for care
Our office checks your coverage before the first visit.
Medicare Advantage
We accept most plans on the Coastal Bend and handle authorizations.
Texas Medicaid
Covers home health for eligible patients; our social worker helps with applications.
VA and private insurance
VA community care and most commercial plans are welcome.
Activities & dining
Around the Coastal Bend this month
Free clinics and classes our team leads in the community.
Mon
- Blood pressure checks, Southside senior center
- Caregiver coffee, Everhart office
Tue
- Balance class, Portland
- Clase de diabetes en español
Wed
- Heart-healthy cooking class
Thu
- Medicare questions by phone
- Veterans benefits hour
Fri
- Fall-prevention home checks
Sat
- Flu shot clinic, our office
- Hurricane-prep workshop (June)
Sun
- Blood pressure checks after Mass, Robstown
Good to know
Questions, answered
Who pays for home health?
Medicare covers home health in full for patients who are homebound and need part-time skilled nursing or therapy under a doctor's plan of care. Most Medicare Advantage plans, Texas Medicaid and many private plans also cover it.
¿Tienen enfermeras que hablan español?
Sí. More than half of our nurses and therapists speak Spanish, and our office staff are bilingual. Tell us when you call.
Do you visit Port Aransas and Mustang Island?
Yes. We schedule regular island routes, ferry and all.
What happens during hurricane season?
Before August, your nurse reviews your medication supply, oxygen and equipment needs and helps you write an evacuation plan. During a storm, our nurse line stays open.
Can I choose Oso Bay?
Yes. Medicare patients may choose any certified agency that serves their area. Tell your doctor or the hospital case manager.
Leaving the hospital? Ask for Oso Bay.
You have the right to choose your home health agency. Tell the case manager, or call us and we'll handle the rest.