Contract therapy services in nursing homes, hospitals and other long-term care facilities can deliver a level of patient care unparalleled by any other healthcare model. Provided on a temporary or continued basis, contract therapy services are cost-effective and streamlined to meet the needs of the particular facility and its patients. Here is more about the
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Implementing Successful Therapy Management Plans for Diverse Patient Needs
If you are ready to step down from an acute care setting, you need a physical, occupational or speech therapy plan suited to your unique health needs and recovery goals. No two patients are alike. It takes the skill and experience of rehabilitation experts to develop effective therapy plans. Here is more on what therapies
Read MoreThe Benefits of a Physical Therapy Contract Agency
Physical therapy is a critical component of the healthcare industry, helping patients recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and improve their overall health. However, not all healthcare facilities, such as nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and general residential areas, have the resources to employ full-time physical therapists. This is where a physical therapy contract agency
Read MoreHome Care: What to Expect from Home Health Care Agency
Home health care has become an increasingly popular choice for individuals who require assistance with their daily activities or medical needs. It provides a comfortable and familiar environment to receive care, which can be especially beneficial for seniors or those managing chronic illnesses. However, what exactly can you expect from a home health care agency?
Read MoreThe Importance of Having an Outpatient Therapist
Have you recently had a major surgery or injury? Or, maybe a stroke, arthritis or other acute or chronic condition has changed how you move and limited your independence. In this blog, we will explore why having therapy on an outpatient basis can be so effective in regaining and maintaining a good quality of life.
Read MoreWhy You Need to Consider Contract Physical Therapy Services
Contract physical therapy services help long-term care and rehabilitation facilities maintain excellent patient care at a consistent level. There are also many benefits to administrative staff, families and the community at large. In this blog, we will look more closely at the benefits of contract physical therapy. 1. Consistent Stable Staffing Delivers Excellent Patient Services Physical therapy
Read MoreThe Importance Of Internship Experience
Becoming a college grad sure does have its perks: no more exhausting exams to sit through, lengthy research papers to write, or struggling to make it on the honor roll each semester. Finally, after 4 long years, the hard work has paid off and you’ve earned your degree. At first, grad life will seem like
Read MoreHow Advantage Is Preparing For PDPM & PDGM- A Message From Our CEO, Amy Hancock
Whether you are an AdvantageCare Rehab employee or an employee of Advantage Home Health, I am sure you recognize the ongoing challenge of providing exceptional, high quality care while exceeding the patients’ expectations. Outcomes and satisfaction have become the name of the game and soon reimbursement will be link to quality and outcomes. However, as
Read MorePDGM Success With Advantage Home Health Services: Part 1
For almost 20 years, home health providers have operated within and been reimbursed based upon a national standardized 60-day episode called the Home Health Prospective Payment System (PPS). This means Medicare makes payments based on this standardized 60-day episode, which is adjusted for the relevant case-mix weight and wage index. The payment is “bundled” for
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The new Skilled Nursing Facility payment and classification system, Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM), will go into effect October 1, 2019. This model will place Medicare Part A residents in one group for each of the five case-mix adjusted categories – PT, OT, SLP, Nursing, and Non-Therapy Ancillaries – and provide a single payment based
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