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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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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?
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.
Answered 6/25/2022
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Skilled care is the level of home health provisioning nurses or level of nursing home qualification for Medicare insurance to pay
Answered 6/26/2022
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