What does a long-term acute care hospital do?

Long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs) are facilities that specialize in the treatment of patients with serious medical conditions that require care on an ongoing basis but no longer require intensive care or extensive diagnostic procedures.

What qualifies for long-term acute care?

To qualify as a Long-Term Care Hospital for Medicare payment, a facility must meet Medicare’s conditions of participation for acute care hospitals and have an average length of stay greater than 25 days for its Medicare patients.

What is the difference between long-term care and acute care?

Most people who need inpatient hospital services are admitted to an “acute‑care” hospital for a relatively short stay. Long‑term care hospitals (LTCHs) are certified as acute‑care hospitals, but LTCHs focus on patients who, on average, stay more than 25 days.

Does LTAC have ICU?

As part of determining the most appropriate site for prolonged acute care, our Clinical Liaisons can provide patient assessments, and can help physicians and other attending clinicians determine if a patient is appropriate for LTAC hospital services.

Is LTAC the same as ICU?

An LTACH is similar to an intensive care unit (ICU). Because LTACHs are hospitals, they have 24-hour physician coverage along with many specialized services on-site, including: Full nursing staff. Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy.

How long is long-term acute care?

20 to 30 days
A long-term acute care (LTAC) facility is a specialty-care hospital designed for patients with serious medical problems that require intense, special treatment for an extended period of time—usually 20 to 30 days.

What is the difference between ICU and Ltach?

Does Ltac have ICU?

Does Medicare pay for acute care?

Long-term acute care is covered under Medicare Part A (hospital insurance). Part A-covered hospital coverage includes: Inpatient hospital services and supplies. Medications administered during your inpatient stay.