In 2010, there were more than 40 million people aged 65 and older in the U.S. As the senior population continues to grow, new health care options—like At Home Doctors —become increasingly important.
Designed to serve seniors and others who have difficulty leaving the house, At Home Doctors allows patients to receive medical care in the convenience of their own homes. At Home Doctors also sees patients in assisted living facilities, nursing homes and non- assisted living homes. Patients need not be disabled to qualify for at-home care.
“What we’re able to do in the home is often more than a physician can do on-site in the office,” said Asher Bashir, manager of At Home Doctors’ Delhi Township office. Services available to patients through At Home Doctors include lab, x-rays, diagnostic testing, podiatry, specialist referrals and much more.
“We’re able to offer more in-depth services,” Asher said. “Because of the growing population of seniors, more ancillary companies and services are getting involved in home care.”
Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance will cover house calls by a physician just as they would office visits, Asher said. Patients or caregivers can make an appointment for sick visits by phone or via the website, and patients are usually seen by a physician within 24-48 hours (for life-threatening emergencies, patients should call 911 or go to the emergency room). At Home Doctors also provides follow-up and ongoing care.
At Home Doctors is at 4136 Legacy Parkway, Suite 100, Lansing, 517.708.2001, www.athomedoctors.com.