Centegra's multi-disciplinary team of professionals work collaboratively with physicians to promote self-care and Activities of Daily Living (ADL).The mission of the rehabilitation team is to guide and enable patients to successful recoveries that lead to productive and enjoyable lives.
The Inpatient Rehabilitation Care Center offers
- 15-bed unit
- 24-hour nursing care designed to meet the unique needs of patients
- Large, semi-private rooms that border the open recreation area to promote social activities
- Daily occupational, physical and speech therapy
- Pet therapy
- Goal setting to help patients regain independence
For more information, call (800) 734.REHAB.
Centegra's Commitment to You
The success of Centegra's rehabilitation programs lies in the effort of the Centegra Rehabilitation Network that includes physicians, rehabilitation nurses, therapists and staff members. They commit wholeheartedly to help patients:
- Achieve maximum function
- Meet individual needs
- Adjust to a change in lifestyle
- Promote wellness
- Help prevent complications
- Make the best treatment decisions for themselves and their families
Multi-Disciplinary Team
Centegra has a team of experts dedicated to your healing process.
- Physiatrists
- Rehabilitation Nurses
- Physical Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Speech Therapists
- Recreation Therapists
- Social Workers
- Dietitians
Admission Criteria
Admission to Inpatient Rehabilitation is closely monitored by Medicare. The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has established the following diagnoses necessary for admittance:
- Stroke
- Spinal cord injury
- Congenital deformity
- Amputation
- Major multiple trauma
- Fracture of the femur
- Brain injury
- Neurological disorders
- Burns
- Active Polyarticular Rheumatoid Arthritis and Serongative Arthropathies
- Systematic vasulidities with joint inflammation
- Severe or advanced osteoarthritis (osteoarthrosis or degenerative joint disease)
- Certain categories of hip and joint replacements
Team Conferences
Team conferences are held weekly to discuss the following:
- Best treatment plan for each patient
- Weekly assessments of progress
- Final recommendations for patient near the time of discharge
- Post-acute care at Centegra Neurotrauma Day Treatment Center
Family and Caregiver Involvement
Family and caregiver involvement is critical to the recovery of the patient. Support networks help families and caregivers ask questions and learn how to care for the the family member outside of the Centegra facility.
Length of Stay
Length of stay is determined after the team completes an evaluation and treatment plan. Centegra understands that every person rehabilitates at different rates, but the average stay is 10 to 12 days. Length of stay depends on the following factors:
- Ability to participate in therapy
- Potential to make significant improvement
- A support system in place upon discharge
Discharge
Centegra's team of professionals wants to provide the best possible transition for patients and their families after discharge. Patients and families should:
- Prepare for discharge when patient is admitted
- Anticipate changes to patient's home and work pattern
- Identify support for after care, which includes changing the home environment, daily care and help with housekeeping
- Be prepared to make alternative arrangements in the event that the patient does not regain complete independence.
Inpatient Rehabilitation Care Center
Centegra Hospital - McHenry
4301 Medical Center Drive
McHenry, IL