How to Start a Home Health Company

Now is the best time to start a home health company. With the national health-care bill comes the opportunity for enterprising visionaries to meet the demand for health care head on. Those preparing to adhere to the new laws regarding national health care will need to find mentors who are willing to help them fulfill both what they need and what is required of them by law.

Instructions

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  Devise a professional business plan for your home health company. Study the trends of the health-care industry and figure out client needs.

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  Record prospective reserves that can assist with your business. Also look at any competition in your area and study its business model. Focus on areas where the competition is weak and where you know yout home health company could do a better job.

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  Study how to operate a home health company. Contact your regional department of health and human services. Find out about requirements and regulations.

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  Contact your local city hall to find out how you can get the licenses and permits you need to get started. Find out how to keep business permits and licenses up to date and how to make sure your business remains in good standing with state, local and federal agencies.

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  Employ a small staff to assist with getting your new business up and running. Be certain that your staff is licensed if needed and well trained.