Can residents leave the premises for outside physician appointments or outings with family or friends?
• If a resident is on Medicare, they can be outside the building as long as the outing does not conflict with or negate any therapy sessions or procedures. A resident must return before midnight or will be considered discharged from Medicare coverage. • If a resident is on Medicaid, they can be outside the building for a maximum of 72 hours each week. • If a resident is on private pay, there are no curfews or time restraints for outside outings. back to top How many days a week do residents get therapy? How long are the sessions? If on Medicare: Five days a week, Monday — Friday. Weekends are reserved for evaluations that arrive on Friday or over the weekend, and any missed treatments. The treatment plan and amount of therapy each patient receives is patient specific, depending on their medical condition and their doctor’s orders. In general, each discipline that is indicated delivers 45-60 minutes once a day. back to top Will I be treated by the same therapist during my stay? We are v
