Post-Acute Care

The range of healthcare services provided to individuals recovering from an acute illness or hospitalization, aimed at restoring health and functionality.

 

Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF):

A facility that provides short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care for individuals recovering from illness or surgery, often a part of the post-acute care continuum.

 

Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF):

A facility that offers intensive rehabilitation services to individuals recovering from severe injuries, surgeries, or debilitating illnesses on an inpatient basis.

 

Home Health Care:

Healthcare services delivered at a patient’s home, including nursing care, physical therapy, and other medical services to support recovery.

 

Hospice Care:

Specialized care for individuals with terminal illnesses, focusing on pain management, emotional support, and improving the quality of life during the end-of-life stage.

 

Transitional Care:

Services provided to individuals moving from one healthcare setting to another, often involving coordination between hospital, post-acute care, and home health services.

 

Subacute Care:

Intermediate-level care provided to individuals who no longer require acute hospital care but still need more intensive medical supervision and rehabilitation than a traditional nursing home.

 

Rehabilitation Therapy:

Therapeutic interventions, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, aimed at restoring functional abilities and independence.

 

Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) Hospital:

A facility that provides specialized care for individuals with complex medical conditions requiring an extended hospital stay, often bridging the gap between acute care and post-acute care.

 

Care Transition:

The process of moving a patient from one level of care to another, involving coordination among healthcare providers to ensure continuity and quality of care.