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At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington, we are committed to helping you regain independence after a life-changing illness or injury. Located in Huntington, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.

Using clinical collaboration and advanced technologies, we provide a personalized care plan designed to meet your unique needs and help you achieve your goals.

Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital uses an interdisciplinary team approach that includes physical, speech and occupational therapists, rehabilitation physicians, rehabilitation nurses, case managers, dietitians and more, combined with our advanced technology and expertise, to help you achieve your goals. You will receive at least three hours of therapy five days per week while under the constant care of registered nurses, many of whom specialize in rehabilitation, and frequent independent private practice physician* visits.

Rehabilitation is covered in full or part by most health insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Our hospital has contracts with most major insurance companies and is willing to negotiate with other companies, as needed.

*The hospital provides access to independent physicians.

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Superior amenities at our hospitals

66 Beds

Televisions

Telephones

Free WiFi

Courtyard

No pets allowed

Interpreter services

Spanish translators available

Tours available

Support groups

Student observation hours

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We proudly display our Gold Seal of Approval™

Stroke Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in stroke rehabilitation.

Hip Fracture Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in hip fracture rehabilitation.

Hospital happenings

Kristina is always there to help; she assists others, does extra checks on all our patients and takes on different roles in the department. She puts a smile on everyone’s face—patients and employees alike!

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Hospital happenings

Ryan Wheeler never imagined that he would have a stroke while playing X-box. He came to Encompass Health Huntington with goals to walk, eat and regain his independence—all goals he achieved by the time of his discharge on March 6. Mr. Wheeler has volunteered to come back and be an inspiration to other young stroke survivors to give them hope for their own recovery.

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Ryan Wheeler never imagined that he would have a stroke while playing X-box. He came to Encompass Health Huntington with goals to walk, eat and regain his independence—all goals he achieved by the time of his discharge on March 6. Mr. Wheeler has volunteered to come back and be an inspiration to other young stroke survivors to give them hope for their own recovery.

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Every year, different departments in our hospital design and donate a Christmas tree or other holiday item to raffle off. A big thank you also goes out to Stonerise Home Health, St. Mary’s Home Health and HIMG for partnering with us by donating a tree or other holiday item. We raised $830 that will be split between The Salvation Army and the AHA/ASA!

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Holiday giving at Encompass Health Huntington

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Our rehab and admissions liaisons celebrated Gary Donahue and other veteran patients today with a special red velvet cake topped with cream cheese icing and blueberries.

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Gary Donahue

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Our employees brought cheer to our hospital by decorating storybook pumpkins to put on display.

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 Happy Halloween from Huntington

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We celebrated Physical Therapy Month in October with our team of talented therapists at Encompass Health Huntington. Thank you for all you do to help our patients get moving again.

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Huntington staff celebrates PT month

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May is American Stroke Month. Kristy Wolfe, our director of therapy operations, talks about the importance of knowing stroke signs and the benefits of therapy.

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Leadership and staff

Mike Zuliani
Mike Zuliani

Chief Executive Officer

Mike was named chief executive officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in 2007.
Mike was named chief executive officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in 2007. He has held numerous leadership positions in healthcare throughout his career including medical/surgery and not for profit. Mike earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Marshall University in 1986 and a master’s degree in hospital and healthcare administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1990. Mike was born and raised in Huntington.
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Timothy Saxe
Timothy Saxe, M.D.

Medical Director

Dr. Saxe was named medical director of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in February 2011 and has been on the medical staff at Encompass Health since 1994.

Dr. Saxe was named medical director of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in February 2011 and has been on the medical staff at Encompass Health since 1994. He is a graduate of West Virginia University Medical School and is board certified from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Saxe is also a member of the American College of Physicians and West Virginia State Medical Association.

Dr. Saxe is an independent private practice physician.

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Helen Arigan
Helen Arigan

Director of Human Resources

Helen brings more than 15 years of human resources experience to her position at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington.
Helen brings more than 15 years of human resources experience to her position at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington. She attended Marshall University and is a life-long resident of Huntington, W.Va. Helen is active in the Marshall University community, particularly with the Career Services Center.
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Eric Buchholz
ERIC BUCHHOLZ

Director of Therapy Operations

Eric joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington as the director of therapy operations in July 2022.

Eric joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington as the director of therapy operations in July 2022. A northeast Ohio native, he brings with him a passion for patient care and a diverse clinical background in a variety of physical rehabilitation settings. Prior to joining Encompass Health Huntington, Eric served in therapy leadership roles with inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing and home health. He received his bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology from Kent State University and his doctorate in physical therapy from the University of St. Augustine. In 2022, Eric received his master’s degree in health administration from Ohio University.

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Lisa Caldwell
Lisa Caldwell, MSN, RN

Senior Chief Nursing Officer

Lisa was named chief nursing officer at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in March 2015.
Lisa was named chief nursing officer at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in March 2015. She earned her RN from St. Mary’s School of Nursing and her MSN from Bellarmine University. She is a member of the WV Nursing Association (WVNA), the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists, Green Belt certified in Lean/Six Sigma and an accredited case manager.She brings 24 years of healthcare experience to Encompass Health.
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Shane Carter
SHANE CARTER

Facilities Management Director

Shane joined the Encompass Health team in 2002.

Shane joined the Encompass Health team in 2002. He has worked in the healthcare industry for 25 years and throughout his career has been involved many successful Joint Commission surveys. His responsibilities as facilities management director include facility maintenance, safety, emergency preparedness, security and project management.

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James Johnson
JAMES JOHNSON

Director of Quality & Risk

Jim joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in July 2022.

Jim joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in July 2022. He has healthcare management experience in both clinical and non-clinical departments. For nearly 20 years, he has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in developing specialty service lines in bariatrics, orthopedics and pain management. An Ohio native, he graduated from Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio, with a bachelor’s in forensic accounting. He attended Ohio University’s College of Business and graduated with a Master of Business Administration in Health Care Management. He holds credentials as a Certified Respiratory Therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care.

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Christopher Mahoney
CHRISTOPHER MAHONEY

Controller

Christopher has more than five years of experience in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation healthcare finance.

Christopher joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington and has more than five years of experience in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation healthcare finance. He graduated with his bachelor’s degree in business administration from Marshall University, specializing in finance and economics. He earned his MBA in finance from Louisiana State University - Shreveport.

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Amy Marcum
Amy Marcum

Business Development Director

Amy brings more than 15 years of experience in healthcare marketing and administration to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington.
Amy brings more than 15 years of experience in healthcare marketing and administration to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington. Having worked with administrators, physicians, nurses, care managers and patients across the continuum of care, Amy recognizes the significance of helping patients access the appropriate level of care at the right time for the best possible patient outcome. As business development director, she leads a dynamic team of healthcare professionals responsible for patient education/evaluation, business development and community outreach in the Tri-State area (W.Va., Ky. and Ohio). Amy is a graduate of Marshall University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and marketing. 
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Miranda Tussey
Miranda Tussey

Director of Case Management

Miranda was named director of case management of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in November 2014. 
Miranda was named director of case management of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Huntington in November 2014. She has over 18 years of social work and case management experience in the health care industry. She is a member of the American Case Management Association and a graduate of the University of Kentucky.
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