Average Visits per Episode
Average number of skilled visits delivered during a patient's complete home health episode of care.
Definition
Average Visits per Episode is the average number of skilled visits delivered during a patient's complete home health episode of care. Formula: Total Skilled Visits ÷ Total Episodes
Why it matters
This metric helps agencies understand care utilization patterns and support staffing and financial planning.
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