For homebound patients, medical deliveries are a lifeline. A delayed shipment is not just an inconvenience—it can turn into a matter of life and death. Reliable medical delivery is essential to the wellbeing of homebound patients and their caretakers, and a trustworthy delivery service can be an important part of a patient’s overall care plan. In addition to access to medications, several other issues face homebound patients and their medical teams. Here is a look at some of the common challenges faced by this group and some of the potential solutions available to them.
Access to Physicians
When patients are homebound, getting routine and specialty care from their providers can be a challenge. Homebound patients may not physically be able to make the trip to a medical office, or they may lack the resources to get to an appointment. This reality leaves homebound patients facing inadequate care and can cause delayed diagnoses and disease management failures. Telemedicine, in which patients and providers can meet remotely, can help homebound patients get timely care when they need it.
Access to Medications
Medication delivery is crucial for the wellbeing of homebound patients. Patients may not have friends and family members who can consistently pick up prescriptions for them, or they may need to use medication delivery because of insurance constraints. In some cases, a provider may prescribe an urgent medication, and the patient must rely on delivery to get it quickly.
Access to Affordable Services
Homebound patients frequently struggle with the need for high-cost care without the resources to pay for it. Often, homebound patients are unaware of services that are available to them that could save them money. Providers who are proactive about anticipating their patients’ needs can direct them to community resources to help manage their costs.
In Tucson and Phoenix, Xcel Delivery Services’ medical delivery program plays a critical role in care for homebound patients. Our facilities are close the airports, and same-day deliveries are available. Find out more about medical deliveries by calling (602) 368-1300 in Phoenix or (520) 355-4897 in Tucson.
