Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation
Carlsbad Medical Center's acute inpatient rehabilitation unit is located on the 3rd floor of the hospital. We offer 10 private rooms and care for adults 18 years of age and older. The therapy and nursing team is proud of our patients' ability to achieve independence and return home. The acute inpatient rehabilitation unit has been recognized by, and received the Top Performer Award from, Uniform Data System for Medical Rehabilitation Programs several years in a row. Patients can increase their independence and stay focused on returning home through the use of a therapy gym and activities where they can practice their skills and regain strength.
The acute inpatient rehabilitation unit's commitment to rebuilding independent lives is accomplished through:
- A goal-oriented philosophy of treatment built upon a dedication to positive results
- Custom-designed treatment plans for every patient
- Family and patient education and counseling to help build a bridge from hospital to home
- Nursing and staff ratios adjusted according to patient needs
- Home evaluations when indicated upon discharge
Helping a Variety of Patients
Patients with a variety of diagnoses can benefit from rehabilitative programs, including:
- Stroke
- Guillain-Barré
- Brain injury
- Hip fractures
- Amputation
- Spinal cord injury
- Multiple trauma
- Rheumatoid or poly arthritis
- Decline in function
- Polyneuropathy
- MS and Parkinson's disease
- Joint replacements
In addition, any patient with decreased physical functioning who may require two types of therapy may also be considered for admission.
Individualized Rehabilitation Plans Make the Difference
All patients admitted to the acute inpatient rehabilitation unit are evaluated by the clinical team. The team develops an individualized rehabilitation plan to address specific needs and goals, and actively involves both patients and their loved ones in this process. Meetings are held at least once a week to discuss patient progress and to revise goals, if necessary. Family members/caretakers are encouraged and welcomed to participate in these meetings.
The Team
The acute inpatient rehabilitation team includes:
- Medical director and physicians
- Physical and occupational therapists
- Speech language pathologist
- Nursing staff
- Program director
- Dietitian
- Pharmacist
- Case manager
Admission
To be eligible for admission, an individual must meet the following criteria:
- Require daily access to a rehabilitation physician, who will oversee the patient's medical needs and functional plan of care
- Require 24-hour rehab nursing
- Need at least two forms of therapy (PT/OT/speech)
- Be able to tolerate a relatively intense therapy program, consisting of at least three hours of therapy per day, five days a week
- Have the ability to achieve rehabilitation goals and demonstrate weekly progress
Services provided by Carlsbad Medical Center's acute inpatient rehabilitation unit are covered by most major medical insurance carriers and Medicare. If approved, the patient will need to bring:
- A minimum of three changes of clothing, preferably marked with the patient's initials
- Shoes as instructed by therapist
- Assistive devices used prior to hospitalization
- Night clothing and a robe
Admission Assessment
Prior to admission to our acute inpatient rehabilitation unit, each patient is carefully assessed to determine if his or her specific condition would benefit from a rehabilitation program. Patients may be admitted from any location. A three-day pre-hospital stay is not required for acute inpatient rehabilitation. Our goal is to provide quality rehabilitation care. Feel free to call us for more information or to make a referral. The following information will be helpful when you call:
- Patient's name and location or home address
- Name of the patient's referring or family physician
- Insurance/Medicare information
For more information, call 575-887-4374.