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HomeCare Connect Introduces Post-Acute Care ConnectInjured workers who are discharged from a hospital and need skilled care that cannot be delivered in the home are admitted into a post-acute care, rehabilitation or skilled nursing center. But where? And what should it cost? These are questions workers' compensation carriers and third-party administrators have been asking HomeCare Connect. "We recognized the gap in the continuity of care from the hospital to a skilled rehab facility and responded by creating Post-Acute Care Connect (PACC)," said Managing Partner Teresa Williams, MSW, LCSW. HomeCare Connect developed and credentialed a network of over 15,000 facilities with various specialties, including spinal cord or traumatic brain injuries, physical rehabilitation, and wound care. PACC Coordinators identify the most appropriate facility, provide a treatment plan and monitor ongoing treatment, sending weekly updates to claims representatives. "With PACC, injured workers receive high quality care and thorough communication throughout the entire process," Williams added. "Payers reduce cots by avoiding extended hospital stays while searching for a step-down unit and from our pre-negotiated rates and invoice reviews that ensure the rates and services are appropriate." PACC Coordinators also manage discharge planning and coordinate all medical equipment, supplies and home modification needs so the injured employee goes home to a safe and functional environment. About HomeCare Connect Specializing in catastrophic cases, HomeCare Connect focuses on managing the quality and cost of home health, durable medical equipment, home modification, prosthetics and orthotics, and medical supplies for workers' compensation patients and payers. With more than 18,000 directly contracted network providers, its home health care services include skilled nursing, home infusion, respiratory therapy, and physical, speech and occupational therapies. HomeCare Connect's partners consolidated their 20-plus years of workers' compensation experience into offerings and service standards that ensure that injured workers receive excellent care in the fastest time frames at the most affordable prices. The Inc. 5000 and the Orlando Business Journal's lists of fast-growing, privately held companies have captured HomeCare Connect's rapid growth. Based in Winter Park, Florida, near Orlando, the company serves clients nationally and can be reached at www.homecareconnect.com or 855-223-2228. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200114005013/en/ |
