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Safelife Health Services ensures a safe return home after hospital discharge with rapid care coordination, medication reviews, and doctor follow-ups.
TCM is a Medicare program designed to support patients who have recently been discharged from a hospital or facility. The goal is to make sure patients have a smooth, safe, transition back to their homes and avoid complications or readmissions.
- Smooth Transitions Home
Helps patients safely transition from a hospital or facility back home with clear next steps.
- Timely Follow-Up
Provides timely check-ins after discharge to identofy concerns and address changes in health.
- Medication & Care Coordination
Helps patients understand medication changes, follow-up care, and treatment instructions.
- Reduce Complications & Readmissions
Identifies care gaps early to help prevent complications and avoidable hospital readmissions.
Benefits: By choosing our service, you can experience peace of mind knowing that your transition back home is closely guarded by experienced professionals. We take the time to simplify complex discharge orders, reducing the stress on your family, keeping you safe from medical errors, and dramatically lowering your chances of having to go back to the hospital.
This service is ideal for patients being discharged from a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or rehabilitation center who are seeking compassionate, structured guidance to ensure a safe and successful transition back to independent living. Let us help you find the support and resources you need to thrive.
Medicare beneficiaries discharged from:
- Acute care hospitals
- Skilled nursing facilities (SNF)
- Inpatient rehabilitation hospitals
The patient must be discharged to a home setting, not to another facility.
REIMBURSEMENTS
99495 – TCM (Moderate Complexity) $220.00
Requires interactive contact within 2 business days and a face-to-face visit within 14 calendar days of discharge.
99496 – TCM (High Complexity) $298.00
Requires interactive contact within 2 business days and a face-to-face visit within 7 calendar days of discharge.
* Pricing reflects national avg.
What's Included
- Discharge Order Simplification
- Timely Post-Discharge Follow-Up
- Medication & Treatment Coordination
- Care Gap Identification
Key Benefits
- Safe Independent Transitions
- Reduced Family Burden
- Lower Readmission Rates
- Continuous Safety Oversight
Frequently Asked Questions
The process includes an initial assessment, discussing care options, facility tours, and ongoing support to ensure a smooth transition for your loved one.
We conduct a comprehensive evaluation that considers medical, emotional, and social needs to recommend the best care options available.
Our services are free for families; we are compensated by care homes once a placement is made.
Absolutely! We encourage family members to visit prospective care homes to ensure they feel comfortable with the environment.
We provide ongoing support and can assist in arranging additional services as needed to ensure your loved one's care continues to meet their evolving needs.