How to Choose a Rehabilitation Center

Many patients need rehabilitation care after experiencing an injury. It is important to invest time in choosing a center best suited for a specific condition. Taking time to make this decision upfront, may greatly increase recovery efforts. Learn more about beginning the road to recovery by reading these steps.

Instructions

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  Find a center specific to your needs. The National Rehabilitation Center provides detailed information about rehabilitation practices. Look for a practice that specializes in your area of injury.

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  Get to know the medical provider's history. The website Health Grades is a resource that provides reviews on medical providers. This site will help you to learn a little bit about your doctor before making a decision on care.

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  Schedule a consultation. Once you find a center of interest, call and schedule a consultation. When you are speaking with staff, ask what type of treatment plan they would recommend for your condition. Make sure to assess if you are comfortable with the staff. Take note if they appear friendly and caring.

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  Talk with current patients. When you are at the medical center for your consultation, ask if you could talk with current patients. Although the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines would prevent the distribution of the patient's phone numbers, you could leave your number and have them call you.

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  Check the rehabilitation center's accreditations. It is important that the center you choose is accredited by an institution, such as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. Ask for the center's accreditation for a reference.