This course covers the first portion of order writing for home health clinicians, including the basics of how orders are received and the 4 elements within them. Typical, basic patient scenarios provide a tangible, realistic grasp of order writing necessities. Common language found in home health orders is discussed in depth, to provide a brand new clinician, or seasoned professional looking for a refresher, an effective education of order writing practices in home health.

Discuss how orders are accepted in home health, including which providers give the order and which clinicians receive them.
Describe the 4 basic order elements.
Identify the common language of home health orders and how they relate to typical frequency scenarios.