What is the difference between LTACHs and Skilled Nursing facilities?
LTACH’s are staffed and equipped to provide specialized and intensive treatment for critically ill patients, while Skilled Nursing facilities are generally structured to stabilize the condition of patients with much lower acuity levels. LTACH’s also aggressively apply an interventionist treatment plan designed to secure the best possible outcomes.
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