Hospital-Alternative Care at Home

DispatchHealth accepts most major insurance plans in the areas we serve. For eligible patients in our insurance network, Hospital-Alternative Care is usually covered at the same rate as a traditional hospital stay. We always recommend checking with your insurance plan to confirm costs.

Your cost for Hospital-Alternative Care is typically the same as an in-network hospital stay. We’ll bill your insurance, and your insurance plan will determine the percentage of the total bill for which you are responsible. As with any healthcare service, the amount you owe may vary depending on whether you’ve met your deductible, so it’s a good idea to check with your health plan.

We employ physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and registered nurses — the same kinds of experienced healthcare professionals you might find in a hospital. Hospital-Alternative Care always begins with a visit from a healthcare professional to your home. Based on your needs, members of your care team will continue to provide care in person or remotely throughout your Hospital-Alternative Care support. An emergency medicine doctor is always on call.

Your healthcare provider will help you decide if Hospital-Alternative Care is the right choice for your needs. This support can be a good fit for many patients dealing with serious or chronic medical conditions that would otherwise require a hospital stay.

No. We work as a partner to your usual healthcare providers, and keep in close touch with them during your care to make sure everyone’s on the same page. Once you’re feeling better, you’ll keep seeing your usual healthcare team to manage your ongoing care.

Yes, for conditions that can safely be treated and monitored in the home, Hospital-Alternative Care can be an excellent alternative to a hospital stay. However, if you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, always call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.