The Home Health segment provides a comprehensive suite of services delivered in patients' homes, focusing on recovery from surgery, management of chronic disabilities, and support for terminal illnesses. Skilled nurses, rehabilitation therapists (specializing in physical, speech, and occupational therapy), social workers, and aides collaborate to deliver personalized care plans. A key focus is preventing avoidable hospital readmissions through proactive monitoring and intervention. Research and development efforts are directed towards enhancing remote patient monitoring technologies and developing predictive models to identify patients at high risk of readmission. This segment leverages telehealth and data analytics to optimize care delivery and improve patient outcomes, positioning Amedisys as a leader in value-based home healthcare.

The Hospice segment offers specialized care and support for individuals facing terminal illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, pulmonary disease, and Alzheimer's. Services are designed to provide comfort, pain management, and emotional support to patients and their families. Research in this segment focuses on improving palliative care techniques, developing personalized pain management protocols, and enhancing bereavement support services. Amedisys collaborates with research institutions to study the effectiveness of different hospice care models and their impact on patient quality of life and family satisfaction. The company also invests in training programs for hospice staff to ensure they are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills in end-of-life care, reinforcing its commitment to compassionate and dignified care.

The Personal Care segment provides assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) for patients who require support to maintain their independence at home. This includes services such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Research and development efforts in this area are focused on developing innovative assistive technologies and personalized care plans to enhance patient safety and well-being. Amedisys is exploring the use of smart home technologies and remote monitoring devices to provide real-time support and improve care coordination. The company also collaborates with community organizations to offer educational programs and resources for caregivers, empowering them to provide high-quality care and support to their loved ones.

The High Acuity Care segment delivers essential elements of inpatient hospital and skilled nursing facility care to patients in their homes. This includes services such as IV therapy, wound care, and complex disease management. Research and development activities are centered on developing advanced remote monitoring technologies and telehealth platforms to enable safe and effective delivery of high-acuity care in the home setting. Amedisys is also conducting clinical trials to evaluate the efficacy of its high-acuity care model in reducing hospital readmissions and improving patient outcomes. The company collaborates with hospitals and health systems to integrate its high-acuity care services into their care continuum, providing a seamless transition for patients from the hospital to the home.