Mass General Brigham Home Care, Inc
95 Wells Ave Ste 320 · Newton, MA 02459
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Mass General Brigham Home Care, a non-profit agency founded in 1981, serves Newton, MA with a range of home health services. The agency is Medicare certified and provides skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, medical social services, and home health aide care through its connection with the Mass General Brigham health system.
What patients say
Based on 422 patient surveys
These scores are aggregated results from the CMS HHCAHPS patient survey program — individual survey responses are not publicly available.
What to expect
Home health services typically start with a doctor's order for care. When you contact Mass General Brigham Home Care, an intake coordinator will answer your questions and arrange an initial visit. During that visit, a nurse or therapist will assess your parent's health and develop a personalized care plan. Services might include skilled nursing to manage medications or wounds, physical therapy to improve strength and mobility, a home health aide to help with bathing and dressing, or other therapies depending on your parent's needs. The agency maintains regular contact with your parent's doctor and with you, adjusting the care plan as your parent's situation changes.
Services offered
- ✓ Skilled Nursing
- ✓ Physical Therapy
- ✓ Occupational Therapy
- ✓ Speech Pathology
- ✓ Medical Social Services
- ✓ Home Health Aide
About this agency
- 45 years (est. 1981)
- Medicare certified
- Non-Profit
- CMS #227207
Frequently asked questions
What services does the agency provide?
Mass General Brigham Home Care offers skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, medical social services, and home health aide care. Which services your parent receives depends on what their doctor orders and their specific health needs. The intake coordinator can discuss all available options with you.
Does the agency accept Medicare?
Yes, the agency is Medicare certified and serves patients with Medicare coverage. They may also accept other insurance plans or private pay arrangements. Call (781) 290-4000 to ask about coverage options for your parent's situation.
How established is this agency?
Mass General Brigham Home Care was founded in 1981 and has served home health patients for 45 years. It operates as a non-profit organization within the Mass General Brigham health system.
How do I get started?
Contact the agency at (781) 290-4000. An intake coordinator will discuss your parent's needs, explain services and coverage, and schedule an initial in-home assessment if appropriate for your situation.
What happens during the first visit?
A nurse or care manager will visit your parent's home to learn about their medical history, medications, daily activities, and what support would be most helpful. Based on this assessment, the team creates a personalized care plan in coordination with your parent's doctor.
Newton has 5 home health agencies serving the area. When choosing an agency, consider which specific services your parent needs, whether they accept your parent's insurance, staff availability that fits your family's schedule, and how well they communicate with your parent's doctors. Mass General Brigham Home Care has a 3-star rating compared to Newton's city average of 2.6 stars. Contacting a few agencies to compare their approach can help you find the right fit for your parent.