Frequently Asked Questions

• What are your admission requirements?
  Candidates for inpatient rehabilitation must meet criteria in order to be admitted. Some of the criteria include:
  • Medically stable
  • Require 24 hour nursing and 24 hour availability of a physician with special training in rehabilitation
  • Require more than one type of therapy such as Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Therapy
  • Need a minimum of 3 hours of therapy per day,  5 of  7 days a week.  The patient's condition determines the level of rehabilitation received during the stay.
• What is a "physiatrist"?
  A physiatrist is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Our staff physician, Dr. Carletta Hill Thompson, is a physiatrist.
• What are your most recent program outcomes?
  In 2007, 211 patients completed their rehabilitation program and 89% of them were discharged to home. This compares to 75% nationally.
• How does your average length of stay compare to the national average?
  Our average length of stay is 15 days, which is equal to the national average.
• Who may make referrals?
  Physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals may refer patients for inpatient rehabilitation. Patients may also refer themselves. Call (505) 215-2546 to speak to the Admissions Coordinator.
• What insurance do you accept?
  We accept Medicare and most commercial insurance. Prior authorization is required on Medicaid and commercial insurers.
• What accreditation has SJRRH received?
  We are fully accredited by the Joint Commission.
• What is a comprehensive team approach to rehabilitation? What do you mean by "multidisciplinary"?
  SJRRH uses a multidisciplinary and comprehensive approach to rehabilitation. The physician will manage medical issues and supervise the therapy plan. A case manager will act as the patient's care coordinator, working with the family, the therapy team, insurance company and other agencies to steer the patient through the rehabilitation process. Along the way, the patient works with highly skilled professionals as needed: the rehabilitation nurses, a physical therapist, an occupational therapist, a speech-language pathologist and a therapeutic recreation specialist. Working together, our healthcare professionals chart the appropriate course for patient success to assure the best possible outcome.
• What are your visiting hours?
  
  • Monday - Friday 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Saturday 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Sunday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
• What is your program goal?
  To help patients achieve the highest level of independence possible and return safely to the community.