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Extended Family Care

Allentown, PA Licensed30+ yrs
(610) 432-6766

Service Area & Location

Agency Headquarters

1251 South Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 102b

Allentown, PA 18103

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Medicare Home Health Agency

This is a Medicare-certified home health agency providing medical services under a physician's plan of care. This is different from non-medical home care.

Skilled NursingHome Health Aide
Physical TherapyOccupational TherapySpeech TherapyMedical Social Services

Atlas Score

F(36/100)

Poor — well below national standards across most measures

This agency performs below average based on Medicare quality data.

Strengths

  • Care starts quickly after referral

Watch-outs

  • Higher-than-average fall injury rate
  • Below-average info sharing with doctors
This agency does not have a CMS star rating. The Atlas Score is computed from underlying quality metrics that CMS collects but doesn't always rate.

Ownership: PROPRIETARY

Based on 3 of 14 CMS quality metrics. How we score agencies

The Atlas Score is based on CMS Medicare data and is for informational purposes only. Always evaluate agencies based on your specific care needs.

Care Programs & Services

Specialized Care Focus

This agency has indicated experience or specialized training in these areas:

  • Companionship
  • Personal Care
  • Elderly Care
  • Post-Surgery Recovery
  • Post-Hospital Support

Daily Support Services

Coverage Hours

  • Hourly Care
  • Short-Term Care
  • Long-Term Ongoing Care

Personal Care

  • Bathing Assistance
  • Grooming & Hygiene
  • Dressing
  • Toileting
  • Transfers (Bed/Chair)
  • Mobility & Ambulation Support
  • Feeding Assistance

Household & Companionship

  • Companionship
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Medication Reminders (Non-Clinical)

Recovery & Transitional

  • Post-Hospital Support
  • Post-Surgery Recovery
  • Care Coordination with Family

Payment

Accepted Payment Methods

  • Medicare

Note: Non-medical home care is primarily paid privately out-of-pocket. If you have a Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI) policy, check with the agency to see if they can help process your claims.

Rates and payment options are provided by the agency and are subject to change. Always verify current pricing directly with the provider before starting care.

Meet the Agency

Agency Snapshot

Structure
Local Independent

Licensing & Protections

State Registry Status

LICENSED

Appears active based on available state registry data. Verify directly with the licensing agency before making decisions.

State License Details

License Number (CCN)397679
Regulatory AuthorityCenters for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
First Issued Date1996-07-11

Medicare Quality Report

Verified clinical performance data from CMS

Safety & Prevention

Major Fall Prevention

The percentage of patients who suffered a serious injury from a fall.

4%
Safety is priority #1. High performance here shows excellent home-safety monitoring.
Responsiveness & Communication

Speed of Starting Care

How often care started within a few days of a doctor’s referral.

92%
If you need help urgently, this metric shows whether they can start quickly.

Health Info Shared with Doctors

How often the agency transferred health information to the patient’s doctor.

45%
Good communication means your doctor and the agency are aligned on your care.

Data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This is one source of information; we recommend talking to the agency and your doctor when choosing care.

About Extended Family Care

Extended Family Care is a Medicare-certified home health agency in Allentown, Pennsylvania. As a home health provider, they deliver medical services in the home under a physician's plan of care. This is different from non-medical home care agencies that provide companionship and personal care assistance. They have been serving their community for 29 years.

Clinical services offered by Extended Family Care:

  • •Skilled Nursing
  • •Home Health Aide

These services are provided under a physician's order and are typically covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance.

In Pennsylvania, home health agencies are regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Health and generally must maintain a Home Care Agency License. Extended Family Care's license number is 397679.

Payment options: In Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Medicaid may help pay for home care through the LIFE program or waiver services. Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Health or visit their website to learn about eligibility and how to apply.

When choosing a home health agency, review their CMS quality ratings, ask about their care coordination process, and confirm they accept your insurance. Home health services require a physician's referral. Visit the Pennsylvania Department of Health for more information about home health services in Pennsylvania.

Licensing requirements and regulations may change. We recommend verifying current requirements directly with your state's licensing agency.

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