• Occupational therapy 

• Speech-language therapy 

• Home health aide services 

• Medical social services 

• Durable medical equipment and supplies 

2. Regulations 

Home health services are governed by: 

• Alaska Administrative Code (AAC) 7 AAC 125.310 

• Federal Medicare regulations 

3. Licensing or Certification 

Home health agencies must be licensed by the state and certified for Medicare participation 

4. Responsible State Agency 

The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Services, oversees licensing and certification of home health agencies 

5. Application Process 

Providers must complete the licensing and certification application process through the Division of Health Care Services.

6. Required Documentation 

Required documentation includes: 

• Completed licensing application 

• Medicare certification documentation 

• Policies and procedures for service delivery 

• Staff qualifications and training records 

• Proof of liability insurance 

7. Timeline for Approval 

The specific timeline for approval is not mentioned in the provided information. 

8. Pre-Application Process 

No specific pre-application process is mentioned. 

9. Pre-Application Training 

While no specific pre-application training is mentioned, staff must be trained in areas such as skilled nursing care, therapy services, and home health aide duties7. 

10. Additional Notes 

• As of February 17, 2025, there are 17 licensed and certified home health agencies in Alaska 

• Services must be ordered by a physician, advanced practice registered nurse or physician assistant 

• The department will not set a period longer than 60 days for prior authorization of home health care services 

• Home health agencies are surveyed every 36 months on average.