What You Should Know about Sub Acute Rehab (SAR)
Human bodies are perhaps among the most incredible living things on the planet! Of course, humans are nothing like Superman, but your body’s natural abilities are already impressive in themselves.
The human body’s design for healing itself is particularly fascinating—cells can heal themselves and replicate to replace the cells that have been permanently damaged or destroyed.
However, the human body has its limits. Depending on the severity of your condition, you may need 24-hour nursing care so that you can function normally as soon as possible. As such, those who are not severely ill may need sub-acute rehab to recover from their illness or injury.
What Is Sub Acute Rehab?
Also known as subacute care or SAR, sub-acute rehab usually refers to an intermediate stage between acute care and skilled nursing care. It is a form of rehabilitation that aims to improve patients’ health and optimize their functioning. SAR is also a way to speed up the patient’s recovery and return to their highest possible level of functioning.
Once the patients have gained the skills to live independently again, they can be discharged from the sub-acute rehab facility later. However, some patients will need to stay for extended periods. This is commonly the case for those recovering from long-term illness and accidents.
How to Pay for SAR
If you’re worried that the best nursing care may be more expensive than you imagine, the SAR will benefit you! With SAR, you can still receive excellent support without breaking the bank to afford it.
SAR is usually covered by insurance or Medicare. The health insurance company from the patient will often ask for a referral from the acute care facility to the SAR program.
However, if the patient does not have health insurance, they can still seek treatment at a SAR facility. In fact, you can get the same treatments like that of the patients with health insurance.
Since SAR is usually provided in a community setting, you can stay at your own home while being treated. Sub-acute care is less expensive than acute care, so more people prefer it.
SAR Services
If you have a condition and you have been ordered to receive sub-acute care, you can receive treatments that will help you recover at an optimal speed.
Some of the services in SAR are divided into two areas:
1. Strength and Functioning Improvement
Licensed occupational, speech and physical therapists will help you learn about your strengths and weaknesses and help you regain your skills and abilities. You will also be encouraged to engage in physical therapy to improve your strength and endurance.
The therapists will also discuss improving your functioning and skills at home and in your community or work setting with you.
2. Medical Care
The licensed nursing staff is also available to help you with your medications and provide you with the support you need. If you’re undergoing treatment and have been ordered by your doctor to stop certain medications, you can also have the nursing staff administer the medication for you.
Conclusion
Sub-acute care is the perfect solution for people who are not sick enough to be hospitalized but cannot live independently. Make sure you are aware of the types of rehab services available so that you can choose the right one for you. With the best nursing care, you’ll be back on your feet in no time!
If you want to receive the best rehabilitation services, let our healthcare professionals at Morristown HC nurse you back to health! Our highly skilled therapists are here to help you reach your goals as quickly and safely as possible, with the ultimate objective of getting you back home. Call us today to schedule your personal tour!