The GCCC Welcomes Its Newest Sponsor Encompass Health Rehabilitaton Hospital

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital

Why we’re different?

Our approach to physical rehabilitation sets us apart. We firmly believe that every success starts with our dedicated team of professionals, so we make sure they are empowered with all the tools they need to help our patients be successful. Innovative technologies, advanced therapies, customized treatment plans, coordinated care teams – these are all part of our promise to deliver the highest level of rehabilitative care.
Who is appropriate for inpatient rehabilitation?

Inpatient rehabilitation hospitals are designed to provide intensive therapy to medically complex patients who can benefit from 24 hour nursing care and close medical management, while participating in an intensive program of physical, occupational, and if necessary, speech therapy The interdisciplinary approach includes a team of nurses, therapists a rehabilitation physician and case manager.
All inpatient rehabilitation patients must meet the following medical criteria:

  • At least two therapy disciplines are required; needs to be able to withstand intensive therapy, generally at least three hours a day, five days a week
  • Ability to actively participate and benefit from intensive rehabilitation therapy with a measurable, practical improvement in the patient’s function expected in a reasonable amount of time
  • Receives physician supervision by a rehabilitation physician with a minimum of three face-to-face visits per week
  • Receives interdisciplinary team approach to care including weekly team meetings