American River Home Care
1451 River Park Drive, Suite 244 · Sacramento, CA 95815
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American River Home Care has provided in-home medical services in Sacramento since 2015. The agency is Medicare certified and offers six core services: skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, medical social services, and home health aides. As a proprietary business, they operate independently rather than as part of a larger health system. The agency holds a 3-star rating based on available quality data.
What patients say
Based on 462 patient surveys
These scores are aggregated results from the CMS HHCAHPS patient survey program — individual survey responses are not publicly available.
What to expect
If your parent qualifies for home health services through Medicare, American River Home Care can send skilled nurses to monitor medical conditions, manage medications, and check vital signs. Physical therapists help with mobility and strength after injury or surgery. Occupational therapists assist with daily living tasks. Speech pathologists address swallowing or communication issues. Medical social workers help coordinate care and connect families to community resources. Home health aides provide personal care assistance like bathing and grooming. Services are provided in your parent's home, with frequency depending on medical needs and doctor's orders. All care is documented and communicated with your parent's physician.
Services offered
- ✓ Skilled Nursing
- ✓ Physical Therapy
- ✓ Occupational Therapy
- ✓ Speech Pathology
- ✓ Medical Social Services
- ✓ Home Health Aide
About this agency
- 11 years (est. 2015)
- Medicare certified
- Proprietary
- CMS #059665
Frequently asked questions
Is American River Home Care Medicare certified?
Yes, the agency is certified to provide Medicare services, meaning it meets federal requirements for home health care and accepts Medicare benefits.
What types of care does the agency provide?
American River Home Care offers skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, medical social services, and home health aide assistance. Depending on your parent's needs and physician orders, one or more of these services may be covered by Medicare.
How do I know if a service like physical therapy is covered?
Medicare covers skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech pathology when a physician orders them for a homebound patient recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. Medical social services and home health aide support depend on medical necessity. Your parent's doctor and the agency's intake coordinator will determine which services are appropriate and covered.
How long has this agency been operating?
American River Home Care was founded in 2015, giving the business over a decade of experience in Sacramento's home health market.
Are there other agencies I should consider?
Sacramento has 31 Medicare-certified home health agencies. You may want to compare ratings, services, and availability across providers before deciding. Your parent's doctor, hospital discharge planner, or insurance company can provide referrals.
American River Home Care operates in Sacramento's competitive home health market. The city has 31 Medicare-certified agencies serving the area, with an average rating of 3.4 stars. This means families typically have multiple options to choose from and can comparison shop based on service offerings, convenience, and quality ratings. Your parent's hospital discharge team can help identify providers serving your specific neighborhood.