Why our inpatient rehabilitation is different
Our approach to physical rehabilitation sets us apart.
Your recovery really is your choice
You may be referred to a nursing home for no other reason than it is the path of least resistance for an acute care provider. You have the right to choose Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, right here in Altamonte Springs.
Contact us to learn more about our rehabilitation hospital in Altamonte Springs.
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Rehabilitation nurses
Our nurses deliver specialized, around-the-clock care that is crucial on a patient’s journey to recovery.
Physical therapists
Our physical therapists help patients increase their physical function, mobility, strength, balance and safety by designing specialized testing and exercises.
Occupational therapists
Our occupational therapists design activity-based therapy to promote a patient’s independence in self-care, home management and work skills.
Rehabilitation physicians
Our independent private-practice physicians and medical directors have specialized training and experience in rehabilitation medicine, and provide close clinical oversight for each patient and their treatment plan.
Respiratory therapists
Our respiratory therapists help our patients with their lungs and respiratory system when their breathing is affected by injury or surgery.
Speech-language pathologists
Our speech-language pathologists help patients overcome communication disorders, speech challenges and swallowing problems.
Dietary and nutritional counselors
Our dietary and nutritional counselors oversee each patient’s meals to make sure they receive the proper nutrition during and after treatment.
Case managers
Our case managers coordinate care plans with our clinical teams, patients and loved ones to ensure all needs are met and any questions are answered.
Superior outcomes
We are focused on two things: the progress our patients make and the outcomes they achieve. You can see it in our industry-leading performance scores.
As soon as you arrive, we will measure how much help you need to perform basic skills – this is called your Functional Outcome Measures. Your rehabilitation team reviews these with you and sets challenging but attainable goals. They then design a personalized treatment plan to help you meet your specific goals. Before you leave our hospital, we will see how much you’ve improved, how well you have met your goals, and give you the materials and training you need to continue your progress at home.
Compare the care
(Inpatient rehabilitation hospital vs nursing home)
After a stroke or other life-changing illness, your doctor may recommend rehabilitation. Your choice of provider can make a big difference in your journey to recovery.
- A skilled nursing facility (nursing home) may or may not be adequate for your needs.
- You may go a week or longer without seeing a physician.
- There may be only one RN on duty, for only part of the day.
- You may receive therapy, but there is no minimum expectation.
- You may not have access to the specialized rehabilitation equipment that would be most effective for you.
- You might only work with one therapist.
- There isn’t a set standard to measure your progress.
- The average length of stay is 38.5 days.
At Encompass Health,
- You’ll see a physician who specializes in rehabilitation every day.
- 24-hour a day nursing care includes RNs and Certified Registered Rehabilitation Nurses.
- You’ll receive 3 hours of therapy, 5 days per week, from professionals who specialize in exactly the care you need.
- You’ll use state-of-the-art therapy gyms and rehabilitation technology.
- You have a team with leading-edge rehabilitation expertise to get you to your goals.
- Functional Outcomes Measures will help your team track your improvement.
- The average length of stay for a rehabilitation hospital is 12.7 days
Source: MedPAC, Medicare Payment Policy, March 2017; AHA/ASA Life After Stroke: Our Path Forward
The Encompass Health way
Set the standard
We are committed to going above and beyond, never settling for anything less than excellence. We pride ourselves on being industry leaders and challenge ourselves to continuously improve.
Lead with empathy
We start with empathy, taking the time to understand the physical, mental and emotional needs of each other and those we support. We listen, make deep connections and engage on a personal level to better serve those we support.
Do what’s right
We do the right thing the right way, no matter how difficult, even when no one is looking. We’re not afraid to have hard conversations. If we make a mistake, we acknowledge it, proactively find a resolution and make it right going forward.
Focus on the positive
We have a positive spirit and find the light even in the most difficult situations. We bring our whole self to work. We celebrate successes and inspire others to create meaningful impact.
Stronger together
We believe our individual strengths make us stronger together. We take accountability for our actions, connect across teams and lean in to get it done – at all levels of the company.
