Acute rehabilitation is provided to individuals with functional impairments who require an intensive level of treatment in order to return to their optimal level of independence including:
Individuals disabled as a result of chronic illness
An increasing number of adults are reaching their 70s, 80s, and 90s, the years in which chronic illnesses are most prevalent – including post-stroke conditions, congestive heart failure, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s and other degenerative diseases.
Individuals disabled as a result of major, multiple trauma
Advanced emergency interventions and biomedical technologies are improving survival rates. As a result, patients frequently must learn to live with more numerous and sever disabilities and can derive significant benefits by receiving comprehensive medical rehabilitation services during the earliest phases of their injuries. Patients in this category include persons with complex orthopedic conditions, burns, brain and spinal cord damage and amputation.
Individuals disabled by premature birth or congenital defects
These individuals may require rehabilitation services for extended periods or, in many cases, throughout their lives.
Horizon’s team of knowledgeable and experienced staff can assist you in meeting the special needs of these individuals.
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What is The CMS 13?
A defined percentage of all discharges to the Unit must fall into one of the below 13 listed categories:
This rule is being phased in over time and is currently scheduled to be fully effective for cost report periods beginning on or after July 1, 2008.