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What is "skilled" pt? why would a 92 year old not be a candidate for it when getting weak quadriceps after pelvic fracture?

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Dr. Robert Meislin answered

PT: Agree. Not sure why the word "skilled" is used. A weak quad after pelvic fracture requires a skilled therapist to promote balance, strength and modality. Who would want a "non skilled" therapist?

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 10/2/2012

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Skilled: Perhaps the hospital is trying to differentiate between acute care, skilled care, rehab, & extended care facilities--all which have different "qualifications" to enter. Pt should benefit this patient.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Skilled care is the level of home health provisioning nurses or level of nursing home qualification for Medicare insurance to pay

Dr Colantino agreed

Answered 6/26/2022

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A member asked:

What is "skilled" pt? why would a 92 year old not be a candidate for it when getting weak quadriceps after pelvic fracture?

8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Robert Meislin answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

Dr. John Michalski answered

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Dr Colantino agreed

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