Table 1.
Comparison of OPAT Sites of Care
| Site of Care | Home | Outpatient Infusion Center/DC | SNF | Hospital |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risk of COVID-19 | Low | High | Very high | High |
| Patient preference | Highly preferred | Preferred | Not preferred | Not preferred |
| Infection prevention support | Low | Varies | Varies | High |
| Cost to the health care system | Low | Low | High | Very high |
| Medicare coverage | Limited | Varies | Adequate | Full |
Abbreviations: COVID-19, coronavirus disease 2019; DC, dialysis center; OPAT, outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy; SNF, skilled nursing facility.