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Oaknell Asked February 2016

Is there any care arrangement available for my wife during my operation and re-hab?

I will be having knee replacement surgery soon. I am the caregiver for my wife who suffers from MS. Is there any arrangement available for h....available for her care during my operation and re-hab? She is wheelchair bound and needs significant care. Are there any arrangements paid for by Medicare?


 


 


 


 

jeannegibbs Feb 2016
Talk with the social worker in the hospital where you will have surgery. Explain the situation and ask for help and guidance.

freqflyer Feb 2016
Regarding home help care, this is what Medicare says https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/home-health-services.html

I would postpone knee surgery until you find a good alternative for care for your wife. One suggestion would be respite care in a nursing facility until you are able to get back home. Chances are that would be out-of-pocket expense, but you never know.

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