Emergency?Call 911·Crisis support:988·24/7 RN:(800) 277-8291

If this is a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.

Chest pain, severe difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, major bleeding, or loss of consciousness require emergency medical services. This page describes non-emergency care delivered at home by skilled nurses.

ConditionHarris County

COPD flare-up? Get respiratory nursing care at home before it becomes an ER visit.

Respiratory nursing for COPD flare-ups — breathing treatments, oxygen management, and readmission prevention at home.

Serving Harris County, Texas

If you or a loved one has COPD, you know the cycle: breathing gets worse, anxiety kicks in, and the next thing you know you're in the ER. Many COPD exacerbations can be managed at home with the right nursing support — preventing a hospital admission and the downward spiral that often follows.

Our respiratory-trained nurses come to your home to assess your breathing, manage your oxygen therapy, administer nebulizer treatments, coordinate medication changes with your pulmonologist, and teach you the techniques that help you stay in control. We monitor your peak flow readings, oxygen saturation, and symptom patterns over time so we can catch a flare-up early — before it becomes a crisis.

We serve these communities in Harris County:

Houston · Pasadena · Baytown · Deer Park · La Porte · Channelview · Humble · Atascocita · Spring · Katy · Cypress · Tomball

We coordinate with these local facilities:

Houston Methodist Baytown · St. Luke's Health Baytown · Memorial Hermann Southeast · HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland · Ben Taub Hospital · Houston Methodist Hospital · Texas Children's Hospital · MD Anderson Cancer Center

Is this you?

You might need this if…

Increased shortness of breath beyond your normal baseline
Wheezing, chest tightness, or difficulty catching your breath
Increased sputum production or change in sputum color
Needing your rescue inhaler more frequently than usual
Difficulty managing oxygen equipment or nebulizer at home
Recently discharged from the hospital for a COPD exacerbation

What happens next

What we do

1
Respiratory assessment — oxygen saturation, breath sounds, work of breathing, peak flow
2
Nebulizer treatment administration and inhaler technique education
3
Oxygen therapy management — flow rates, equipment, and overnight monitoring
4
Medication review and coordination with your pulmonologist on adjustments
5
Breathing techniques (pursed-lip breathing, diaphragmatic breathing) and energy conservation education

Response Time

An RN is on call 24/7. Most patients receive their first visit within 24-48 hours of referral.

24/7 RN On Call

(800) 277-8291

Medicare 4.5-Star Rated

Serving SE Texas since 1995

Insurance & Coverage

We accept Medicare &
major advantage plans

Our team verifies your coverage and handles the paperwork so you can focus on healing. Not sure about your plan? Call us — we'll help you understand your benefits.

(800) 277-8291 — ask about coverage

Traditional Medicare
Aetna PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Humana PPO
Tango
UnitedHealthcare PPO
UnitedHealthcare TRS
Wellcare HMO
Signature Health Services coverage area — seven counties in southeast Texas

Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

If you're experiencing severe difficulty breathing, your lips or fingertips are turning blue, or you can't speak in full sentences, call 911. For worsening symptoms that don't meet that threshold, call our 24/7 RN line and we'll help you determine the right level of care.

Our nurses follow your physician's orders for oxygen therapy and can coordinate changes in real time. We also assess whether your current equipment is meeting your needs.

That's the goal. Studies show that skilled home health management of COPD significantly reduces 30-day readmissions by catching exacerbations early and keeping patients on their treatment plans.

Also available nearby

COPD Flare-Up Care at Home in neighboring counties

Ready to get care in Harris County?

Contact us today. A nurse is always available to discuss whether home care is right for your situation.

For life-threatening emergencies, always call 911.