Advis reviews all applicable federal government statutes, regulations and requirements regarding hospital development and operation. This review will include an analysis of the guidelines for Long Term Acute Care Hospital designation from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Advis structures the long-term care hospital in a manner to comply with applicable federal laws and regulations, either as a free-standing or hospital-within-a-hospital designation.

SOME KEY AREAS OF DEVELOPMENT INCLUDE:

• Federal and state regulatory compliance
• Organizational structure
• Finance/reimbursement
• Bed allocation
• Product line structuring
• Facility space utilization
• Mock survey – Assure readiness for CMS certification and state licensure
• Orientation and educational work sessions with clinical staff and physicians
• Case management integration

Additionally, we serve as a liaison with the Fiscal Intermediary to assure a smooth working relationship before and after exemption. We will also work with the architect and/or contractor regarding space configuration for compliance with federal hospital regulations. Finally, Advis will help guide design for optimal marketing and programming positioning.

Clients turn to us for recommendations for an organizational management structure that complies with federal regulations and enhances productivity and the bottom line. Advis promotes an outcome-based philosophy among administrative and clinical staff. Our consultation can be both on- and off-site throughout the project.

Once licensed as an acute care hospital and exempted as a long-term acute care hospital, we’re available to assist clients in the management and oversight of their LTACH. Advis can provide management with a focus on:

• Regulatory compliance
• Financial management
• Clinical program development
• Census monitoring
• Case management

Regardless of where you are in your stage of developing an LTACH program, turn to the LTACH consultants at Advis to accompany you every step of the way.