Swing Beds
Contact Swing Beds
Phone:
812-847-5207
812-798-3344
Email:
casemanagement@mygcgh.org
socialservices@mygcgh.org
Located at:
1185 N 1000 W, Linton, IN 47441
Located on the 3rd Floor Medical/Surgical Unit
The patient's healthcare provider assesses whether the patient requires skilled nursing care or rehabilitation services, which are typically provided in a swing bed. This is often the case for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury but who no longer need acute hospital care. The patient must meet specific criteria set by Medicare or Medicare Advantage to qualify for swing bed services. This usually involves needing skilled care such as physical therapy, IV therapy, wound care, or other services that require the supervision of skilled nursing staff.
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Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy
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Skilled nursing services for wound care, IV medication administration, monitoring of vital signs, and assistance with activities of daily living.
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Seamless transition from acute hospital care to skilled nursing care without needing to transfer to a different facility.
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Private Room
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Staying in the same hospital with the same care team.
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Remain in or return to your community and closer to family and friends.
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Allow for individualized care plans that can be adjusted as the patient’s condition improves or changes, providing a tailored approach to recovery.
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Staff in facilities with swing beds often gain experience in both acute and skilled nursing care, leading to a more versatile and experienced care team.