Home Health
Home Health Agencies (HHA) are licensed by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Health Standards Section (HSS).
“Home Health Agency” means a state-owned and operated agency, or a subdivision of such an agency or organization; or a private nonprofit organization; or a proprietary organization that provides skilled home health care and support services to the public. Skilled home health care is provided under the order of a physician, in the place of residence of the person receiving the care, and includes skilled nursing and at least one of the following services :physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, medical social services, or home health aide services. R.S. 40:2116.31
Licensure
- NEW: Act 181- Effective 06/11/2021
- HHA Licensing Statute- HHA Moratorium language can be found at Louisiana RS §2116.32 F. (1)
- Fees: Payment Procedure
- Regulations
- Louisiana Register Vol. 44, No. 12 December 20, 2018- Chapter 41 Expedited Licensing Process for Healthcare Facilities and Providers Licensed by the Department of Health
- Initial Licensure/ Renewal - submit license application form, and fee
- Change of Address
- Change of Key Personnel
- Change of Name
- Change of Ownership
- Add a Branch
Links
- Online Education and Resources for Home Health Agencies
- Complaints - 1-800-327-3419
- OASIS
- Developing an All Hazards Risk Assessment and Emergency Plan
- Locations
Phone: 225-342-6446
Fax: 225-342-0157