Are licensed home care agencies responsible when treating a patent for wound and the patient has colostomy which is not part of POC supplies?

Licensed home care agencies are responsible for providing quality care to their patients, including the proper treatment of wounds. However, the scope of care provided by a home care agency may be limited by the patient's insurance plan or by the agency's policies and procedures.

In the case of a patient with a colostomy, the home care agency may not be responsible for providing colostomy supplies or for directly treating the colostomy. This is because colostomy care is typically considered to be a specialized medical procedure that requires the expertise of a trained healthcare professional.

However, the home care agency may still be responsible for providing general wound care to the patient, such as cleaning and dressing the wound. The agency may also be responsible for monitoring the patient's overall condition and for reporting any changes in the patient's health to the patient's healthcare provider.

It is important to note that the scope of care provided by a home care agency can vary depending on the agency's policies and procedures. Therefore, it is always important to ask the agency about what services they provide and what their responsibilities are.

Here are some additional factors that may affect a home care agency's responsibility for treating a patient with a wound:

* The type of wound. Some wounds are more complex and require more specialized care than others.

* The patient's overall health. If the patient has other medical conditions, this may affect the type of wound care that is needed.

* The patient's insurance coverage. Some insurance plans may cover the cost of colostomy supplies and wound care, while others may not.

If you are concerned about the scope of care that is being provided by your home care agency, it is important to talk to the agency's administrator or clinical director. They can help you to understand what services the agency is responsible for providing and what services may need to be provided by another healthcare professional.