No. A physician’s referral is not needed to receive personal care or companion care services, which include assistance with daily activities such as homemaking, bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and companionship, among others. For more information, or to schedule a free in-home consultation to assess your in-home care needs, contact a Client Care Liaison today. However, a Physician’s order or prescription is necessary if you require private pay “skilled care” which requires a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, and includes services such as medication management, wound care, or medical treatment of any kind.
-Answered by Lisa Newman, BSN, Director of Compliance
