Specialty Solutions Spotlight: Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Requests for Workers' Comp
Navigating the wide range of durable medical equipment (DME), which can include anything from medical equipment and supplies to modification services, rehabilitation equipment and electrotherapy units, along with the nuanced products in each category can be complicated.
Specialty Solutions Spotlight: The Importance of Specialty Solutions for Workers' Compensation
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Discover the importance of specialty programs in workers' comp. Partner with Apricus for streamlined care, better outcomes and expert management.
Thinking Beyond the Hospital: A Comprehensive Guide to Hospital Discharge Planning for Workers’ Compensation
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An In-depth Look into the Role of an Apricus Hospital Discharge Care Coordinator
Learn how an Apricus hospital discharge care coordinator works to successfully transition an injured employee from hospital to home.
How Case Managers and Care Coordinators Are Working Together and Finding Success in Hospital Discharge Planning
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For a hospital discharge coordinator, the success of an injured employee’s discharge planning largely relies upon coordination with a case manager who helps evaluate the injured employee’s discharge needs and collaborates on how best to transition them home or to a facility. When a case manager is engaged, they can deliver multiple benefits and build trust with the injured employee to ultimately support a timely recovery.
An In-depth Look into the Role of an Apricus Hospital Discharge Care Coordinator
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Specialty network providers, like Apricus, play a crucial role in keeping hospital discharge planning on track. Between the injured employee, the injured employee's family, case manager, employer, and provider, there are multiple stakeholders involved in even the simplest hospital discharge.
The Importance of Hospital Discharge Planning in Workers’ Compensation
Hospital discharge planning is an integral part of the transition to a different facility or home. Without the appropriate care and support, numerous factors can complicate an injured employee’s recovery. A well-planned hospital discharge is vital in preventing re-admission, further health decline and increased health care costs.