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About Encompass Health

The trusted choice in inpatient rehabilitation

Who we are

Encompass Health is the nation’s largest provider of inpatient rehabilitation. Approximately one in three patients in the U.S. receiving inpatient rehabilitative care receive it at an Encompass Health hospital. When you choose Encompass Health, you’re choosing a team with decades of experience and a deep commitment to personalized care. We offer unparalleled clinical expertise for treating inpatient rehabilitation conditions and will create a customized treatment plan based on your unique needs.

Whether you’re recovering from surgery, illness or injury, we’re here to support your physical and emotional well-being. Our approach includes:
Three hours of therapy a day, five days a week to help maximize your recovery
24/7 nursing care and frequent physician visits to ensure consistent, high-quality medical oversight
An individualized care plan, tailored to your specific goals and needs

Encompass Health fast facts

225,000+

Patients cared for annually

40+

Years of rehabilitation experience

165+

Hospitals nationwide and in Puerto Rico

As of 2024 
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History of Encompass Health

  • Founded in 1984 as HealthSouth
  • Completed a rebranding to Encompass Health in 2019
  • The stock exchange symbol for Encompass Health is EHC
  • Encompass Health opened its new Home Office located in Birmingham, Alabama in 2018
  • Encompass Health has a higher percentage of patients discharged to the community compared to skilled nursing facilities.
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    The Encompass Health difference

    Experience that matters

    As the largest network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, we have the experience and access to the latest treatments and technology to help you recover more quickly and effectively.

    Compassionate care

    Your rehabilitation is not just about physical recovery. It's about you as a person. Our multidisciplinary care team will provide unwavering support and give you the strength, skills and confidence needed to regain your highest level of independence.

    Exceptional results

    Intensive therapy works. At our hospitals, you will receive three hours of therapy per day, five days a week, along with frequent visits from your physician and 24/7 nursing care. This combination is designed to help you achieve the best possible recovery.

    Partner with Encompass Health

    Encompass Health’s network includes more than 60 joint ventures. When you partner with us, you have access to unparalleled experience, expertise and capabilities needed to enhance or grow inpatient rehabilitation services.
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    Careers with us

    Be a part of a team that is a top leader in rehabilitation. At Encompass Health, we want to help you grow your career in inpatient rehabilitation. 
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