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A case manager is a patient advocate. They often don't provide direct patient care. But they ... . Rehabilitation Case Manager What is a rehabilitation case manager? A rehabilitation (rehab) case manager ... rehabilitation;rehab;rehabilitation case manager;p01149

professionals. They have rooms where patients stay. They give care around the clock. This care can ... if you're having treatment for an injury. Inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) An IRF ... center;inpatient rehabilitation facility;irf;comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation facility;corf;skilled nursing facility;snf ... care physician;physician, primary care;doctor, primary care;hospital;emergency room;er;urgent care

What Does a Rehabilitation Nurse Do? ... A rehabilitation nurse helps people with disabilities and chronic illness to reach their best ... function and health, and adapt to a changed lifestyle. Rehabilitation Nurse What is a ... rehabilitation;rehab;rehabilitation nurse;p01175

Inpatient and Outpatient Surg ... patient, including outpatient surgery, inpatient surgery, ambulatory surgery, and specialty ... surgery centers Understanding Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery In the past, having surgery meant ... surgical setting;operating room;outpatient surgery;inpatient surgery;ambulatory surgery;specialty surgery centers;p01410

Understanding Cancer Rehabilitation ... Detailed information on cancer rehabilitation, including members of the rehab team. Cancer ... Rehabilitation What is cancer rehabilitation? Cancer rehabilitation (rehab) is a healthcare provider ... cancer rehabilitation;cancer rehabilitation team;cancer rehabilitation program;p01147;cancer survivorship

is sometimes used along with chemotherapy (chemo) to treat ALL. Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia ... (ALL): Radiation Therapy  What is radiation therapy? Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays to ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;radiation therapy for ALL;ballt8

These specialists work with the rehab team to offer counseling and support for the patient ... and their family. Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, and Psychiatrist: Physical Rehabilitation ... rehabilitation, rehab, psychologist, neuropsychologist, psychiatrist;physiatry;physical rehabilitation;physical rehab;p01172

Understanding Pulmonary Rehabilitation ... you need to know. Pulmonary Rehabilitation What is pulmonary rehab? Pulmonary ... rehabilitation is a medically supervised program for people with long-term (chronic) lung diseases. It may also ... pulmonary rehabilitation;pulmonary rehabilitation team;pulmonary rehabilitation program;P01173;chronic lung disease

independence possible. Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation What is musculoskeletal rehabilitation ... ? A musculoskeletal rehabilitation (rehab) program is supervised by a team of medical professionals ... musculoskeletal rehabilitation;musculoskeletal rehabilitation team;musculoskeletal rehabilitation program;p01161;physiatry

rehab facility and services. Choosing a Rehabilitation Unit/CARF Choosing a rehab facility ... Rehabilitation (rehab) services are provided in many different places, including: Acute care and ... P01151;rehabilitation facility;choosing rehabilitative care;Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities;p01151

Recreation therapists design programs to help patients develop social skills and learn to ... therapists may practice in these settings: Hospitals Inpatient rehab centers Long-term ... P01174;rehabilitation;rehab;recreational therapist;therapeutic recreation

The healthcare provider who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation is called a ... physiatrist. Physiatrist What is physiatry? Physical medicine and rehabilitation is also ... rehabilitation;rehab;physiatrist;p01170;physical therapy;physiatry

Patient Advocates ... Patient advocates fulfill many roles. They can can provide answers, education, support, and ... care to patients. Read on to learn more. Health Newcomer: The Patient Advocate The average ... 1,4246;patient advocate

*Cancer Tx Inpatient Stay ... In some cases, chemo or radiation may require an inpatient stay. Cancer patients may also need an ... inpatient stay for surgery or other complex procedures. Cancer Treatment: Your Inpatient Stay ... cancer treatment;inpatient stay for cancer;16242

*Bone Marrow Transplant Inpatient Stay ... , social worker, or chaplain that can offer support. Above all, be patient with yourself and your ... . Being prepared can help ease your fears. This article will help explain the basics of your inpatient ... inpatient;Bone marrow;transplant;16247

rehabilitation Burns What are burns? Burns are painful wounds caused by thermal, cold ... only the epidermis, or outer layer of skin. The burn site is red, painful, dry, and with no blisters ... burn;burn types;burn classifications;burn treatment;burn rehabilitation;burn rehabilitation team;burn rehabilitation program;p01146

therapists (PTs) are important members of the rehab (rehabilitation) team. They evaluate and provide ... Inpatient rehab centers Outpatient rehab centers Community and home health settings Schools ... rehabilitation;rehab;physical therapist;p01171

Cardiac rehabilitation programs can be conducted while a person is a hospital inpatient or on ... an outpatient basis. Cardiac Rehabilitation What is cardiac rehabilitation? Cardiac ... rehabilitation;cardiac inpatient rehabilitation;cardiac center rehab;cardiac exercise rehab;attack heart rehab;P00202 ... cardiac rehabilitation;cardiac rehabilitation program;cardiac exercise rehabilitation;heart

Working With a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor ... Vocational rehabilitation counselors help people with disabilities find and keep satisfying ... jobs. Read on to learn more. Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor What is a vocational rehab ... rehabilitation;rehab;vocational counselor;p01187

conference calls or electronically. Review site performance indicators based on URAC Standards ... Krames clients and/or end users. Implement interventions, as needed, to improve site operations and