Alaska Home Health Agency Policy Manual
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The Alaska Home Health Agency Policy Manual provides a comprehensive framework for the operation and management of home health agencies that deliver skilled and non-skilled care to individuals with medical, physical, or age-related conditions throughout the state of Alaska. This manual aligns with regulatory requirements set by the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), including the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services (SDS), the Division of Health Care Services (DHCS), and incorporates federal guidelines under the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), including the Medicare Conditions of Participation (42 CFR Part 484), and Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver programs.
The manual outlines detailed policies and procedures related to agency licensure, service eligibility, comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, clinical service delivery (including skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and personal care), patient safety protocols, documentation and reporting standards, provider qualifications, and quality assurance. It also includes provisions for infection control, client rights and confidentiality, emergency preparedness, and staff training and development. Home health agencies are tasked with providing safe, effective care in home settings to promote independence, manage health conditions, and prevent unnecessary hospitalizations or institutionalization. As both an operational and compliance resource, the Alaska Home Health Agency Policy Manual ensures that home health agencies adhere to all applicable state and federal regulations, providing high-quality, person-centered care that promotes the health, safety, and well-being of individuals receiving home health services.