Home-Based Catastrophic Care
for Workers' Compensation
Keeping catastrophically injured workers in their homes — not in facilities. HealthCare Comp coordinates the full spectrum of home-based catastrophic care services across all 50 states through one dedicated coordinator.
Home-based catastrophic care saves carriers $3,000—$8,000+ per month compared to LTACH or SNF placement — while delivering better outcomes for injured workers.
Catastrophic Case Populations
Our catastrophic care coordinators specialize exclusively in the highest-acuity workers' compensation cases — the ones that require expertise, precision, and round-the-clock attention to detail.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Comprehensive home-based management for TBI patients — from mild to severe. We coordinate specialized DME, skilled nursing, cognitive rehabilitation support, and all adaptive equipment needed for safe home care.
- Adaptive communication devices
- Hospital beds with positioning systems
- Skilled nursing and therapy coordination
- Cognitive support equipment
Spinal Cord Injury & Paraplegia
Full-spectrum home care for paraplegic and quadriplegic workers' comp claimants. We source and deliver custom power wheelchairs, custom manual chairs, pressure relief systems, and coordinate the skilled care team needed at home.
- Custom power wheelchairs (CRT)
- Custom manual wheelchairs
- Pressure relief mattresses and cushions
- Home health aides and skilled nursing
Amputees & Prosthetics
Specialized prosthetic and orthotic sourcing for upper and lower limb amputees. We work with certified prosthetists nationwide and coordinate the DME, home health, and rehabilitation equipment needed for successful home-based recovery.
- Prosthetic limbs (upper & lower)
- Orthotic devices and bracing
- Wheelchair and mobility equipment
- Occupational therapy coordination
Vent-Dependent & Medically Complex
Home ventilator management and support for vent-dependent injured workers. We coordinate ventilator delivery, respiratory therapy, backup power systems, and 24-hour skilled nursing — everything needed to safely transition from hospital to home.
- Home ventilators and backup units
- Suction machines and airway management
- Respiratory therapy coordination
- 24-hour skilled nursing support
Catastrophic DME — Everything Under One Roof
Our catastrophic DME specialists source and deliver the most complex rehabilitation and medical equipment available — with full patient training, follow-up, and ongoing clinical support included.
- Custom Power Wheelchairs (CRT)
- Custom Manual Wheelchairs
- Power Add-On Devices
- Standing Frames
- Gait Trainers
- Lower Limb Prosthetics
- Upper Limb Prosthetics
- Microprocessor Knees
- Myoelectric Hands
- Custom Orthotics & AFOs
- Home Ventilators
- Backup Power Systems
- Suction Machines
- Cough Assist Devices
- Pulse Oximetry Monitoring
- Hospital Beds with Side Rails
- Pressure Relief Mattresses
- Hoyer Lifts & Transfer Aids
- Adaptive Seating Systems
- Environmental Control Units
Custom Power Wheelchairs In Stock
Home-Based vs. Facility Placement
For adjusters and carriers managing catastrophic claims, the choice between home-based care and facility placement has significant cost and outcome implications.
Facility Placement
- Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH)
- Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
- Inpatient Rehabilitation
- Ongoing institutional care costs
- Limited family involvement
- Worse functional outcomes (research-supported)
- Higher infection risk
Home-Based Care (HealthCare Comp)
- Custom DME in the patient's own home
- Skilled nursing tailored to the case
- Family integration and support
- Better functional recovery outcomes
- Lower infection and complication rates
- One coordinator managing everything
- Documented savings reported to carrier
Cost estimates are illustrative ranges based on industry data. Actual costs vary by case complexity, geography, and service intensity. Read our full cost analysis ?
What Sets Us Apart on Cat Cases
Home-First Philosophy
We start every catastrophic case with a home-based care plan. Our goal is always to keep the injured worker in their own environment — with the right equipment, the right team, and the right support structure.
One Coordinator Per Case
Catastrophic cases don't get call centers. Each case is assigned one dedicated coordinator who owns the file — equipment, home health, follow-up, documentation — from day one through case closure.
CRT-Certified Equipment Specialists
Complex Rehabilitation Technology requires specialized knowledge. Our DME team has deep expertise in CRT — custom power chairs, seating systems, and adaptive equipment — and works directly with ATP-certified specialists.
Carrier-Ready Documentation
Every catastrophic case is documented for carrier review — equipment justification, clinical notes, cost comparisons, and progress reports. We give you what you need to defend the care plan and keep the claim moving.
All 50 States — No Coverage Gaps
Our catastrophic care network covers every state. Whether the injured worker is in rural Wyoming or downtown Los Angeles, we have accredited providers, CRT vendors, and skilled nursing teams ready to deploy.
Fast Deployment on Urgent Cases
Catastrophic cases can't wait. When a hospital discharge is imminent and the home isn't set up, we mobilize fast — equipment delivery, nursing setup, and home assessment coordinated in parallel, not sequence.
Ready to Refer a Catastrophic Case?
Our catastrophic care team is standing by. Call directly for urgent cases — or submit online and your dedicated coordinator will reach out within hours.
Submit Referral OnlineCatastrophic Care Resources
Home-Based Catastrophic Care vs. Facility Placement: The Cost Analysis
A detailed breakdown of the financial and clinical case for keeping catastrophically injured workers at home — and what adjusters need to know to make the call.
8 min read Complex CareComplex Care Coordination: What Adjusters Need to Know
When a case involves multiple service lines and a vent-dependent or high-acuity patient, single-coordinator management is the only model that works.
6 min read DMEHow to Submit a DME Referral for an Injured Worker
What information we need to process a custom power wheelchair, prosthetic, or complex DME referral fast — and how to avoid common authorization delays.
5 min read