Which is the largest source of reimbursement for home health services?
1. Self-pay
2. Private insurance
3. Medicaid
4. Worker's compensation
Correct Answer: 3
Medicare and Medicaid are the primary funders of home health care. Next is private insurance. Worker's compensation and self-pay are not identified as sources of reimbursement for home health services.
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