Egyptian Health Department
Eldorado, IL · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 147034)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 5★
Serves: 25 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (618) 383-1261 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Egyptian Health Department holds a 3.5-star CMS quality rating, above the Illinois state average of 3 stars, and a 5-star patient survey rating. These ratings come from CMS Care Compare data.
Egyptian Health Department offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 25 ZIP codes from its Eldorado, Illinois office.
Yes, Egyptian Health Department is Medicare-certified (CCN 147034, certified since 1966), so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. Contact the agency or check Medicare Care Compare for further details on coverage specifics.
About this agency
Egyptian Health Department is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Eldorado, Illinois, serving 25 ZIP codes in the surrounding area. The agency has been Medicare-certified since July 1, 1966, and is government-owned.
Services offered include Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Egyptian Health Department holds a CMS quality star rating of 3.5, which is above the Illinois state average of 3 stars. The agency's patient survey star rating is 5 stars, based on patient experience surveys collected and published through CMS Care Compare.
CMS quality measures show that the agency provided timely initiation of care in 100.00% of cases, meaning patients began receiving care promptly after referral. Additionally, 83.05% of patients showed improvement in their ability to walk or move around during the course of care, based on CMS-reported outcome data.
These figures reflect the most recent CMS Care Compare data vintage referenced for this listing. Prospective patients and caregivers are encouraged to review the official Medicare Care Compare listing directly for the most current star ratings and outcome measures, and to contact the agency to confirm current service availability and specific care arrangements.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Egyptian Health Department is Medicare-certified (CCN 147034, certified since July 1966), so Medicare covers eligible home health services when ordered by a doctor.
What services does this agency offer?
The agency offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The agency has a 3.5-star CMS quality rating, which is above the Illinois state average of 3 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a 5-star patient survey rating according to CMS Care Compare data.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review the official Medicare Care Compare page for Egyptian Health Department at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/147034?state=IL.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 25 ZIP codes from its office in Eldorado, Illinois.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 25 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Ask about current staffing, specific ZIP codes covered, and care start timelines; contact the agency directly at (618) 383-1261 to confirm these details.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
The data provided does not address this distinction; contact the agency at (618) 383-1261 or review Medicare Care Compare for general information on home health versus non-medical care.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
Egyptian Health Department has been Medicare-certified since July 1, 1966.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
Egyptian Health Department is a government-owned agency.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published by CMS; contact the agency at (618) 383-1261 and verify coverage details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can contact Egyptian Health Department at (618) 383-1261 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 07/01/1966. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.