Grant Regional | aspire to live well | Winter 2019

SW I NG - B E D P ROG R AM Extended care for your recovery Comforts of home during your stay Our newly expanded patient rooms were designed with patient comfort in mind—with an abundance of natural light, calming colors, and enhanced technology and services. The new space symbolizes our commitment to a patient- centered model of care. This type of environment provides the best of both worlds—important care and support patients need with the comforts of home for an enjoyable recovery period. There are times when a patient no lon- ger needs acute care at a hospital—yet they may not be strong enough or well enough to return home. For those patients, we offer comfortable, post- acute care: our Swing-Bed program. What is Swing-Bed? Swing-Bed is an extended care opportunity for indi- viduals who are continuing to recover but no longer need acute care at the hospital. This program provides patients with individualized, in-hospital care—such as nursing and therapy services—to achieve independence and confidence prior to returning home. Who is involved in your care? The multidisciplinary team providing services includes physicians, physical therapists, occupational thera- pists, speech therapists, nursing staff, a dietitian, pharmacy staff, and social worker or case management staff. Staff can also arrange visits from your clergy. Who qualifies? Medicare Part A and qualified insurance plans provide the following eligibility guidelines: ●   ● The need for skilled care directly re- lated to an acute-care hospitalization. ●   ● A physician order and authorization. ●   ● Stable medical status. ●   ● Medicare Part A: Patient with a three- day acute hospital stay within a 30-day period (from any hospital). Wisconsin mandate: Supplemental insurances al- low at least 30 days of skilled care after a hospitalization if medi- cally necessary. Who could benefit from this program? ●   ● Patients who need rehabilitation following a stroke, an injury or surgery. ●   ● Patients receiving IV therapy or complex wound care. What is the length of stay? The average length of stay is 7 to 30 days and depends on the patient’s needs and Medicare or insurance authorization. What happens after the Swing-Bed program? Eligibility is reviewed daily by Grant Regional Health Center staff. They determine the patient’s discharge based on his or her participation and progress. Frequently asked topics Our team is focused on helping you gain your independence. As a Swing-Bed patient, you’ll be encouraged to do as much as you can for yourself. We expect you to wear your own clothes, and we ask that your family or caregivers provide laundry service. We expect you to take part in daily activities and therapies to enhance and help you achieve your independence. If there are other activities that you enjoy, please talk to a member of your care team. Optimal nutrition is important in recovery and good health. Our dietitian works with you and your doctor to create a custom meal plan. It may be possible to leave the hospital for a few hours. Please discuss this with a member of your care team. Your physician will be available for a consultation or as needed. We are often asked if the patient’s bed actually swings. Swing-Bed is a term used to describe the program, but the bed does not swing or move. Care Clothing Activities Meals Temporary leaves Terminology Doctor visits NEED MORE INFO? To learn more about our Swing-Bed program, please call 608-723-3260 or visit our website at grantregional.com . 7 WINTER 2019