Skilled Nursing Care

Butler County Health Care Center provides acute and transitional care, and ambulance transfer service. We seek to promote good health practices through wellness education and fitness activities. Our transitional care services are oriented to restore each patient to his or her highest level of independence and comfort. We offer nursing and professional support services to achieve this level of quality care.

Our Purpose

Transitional care serves to provide continued rehabilitation services and skilled nursing. Transitional care is provided to patients who are awaiting nursing home placement or until arrangements can be made for care in the patient's home. We develop social as well as physical activities based on each individuals' needs and strengths. Input from both the patient and family is appreciated and encouraged.

Types of Transitional Care:

There are two types of transitional care, skilled care and self-pay. Your level of care is determined by your physician.

• Skilled Care -- When a doctor certifies that you need skilled nursing or rehabilitation services on a daily basis, the hospital can receive reimbursement from Medicare, Medicaid or other insurance companies. It is very important to remember that the patient must need skilled nursing or rehab on a daily basis in order for Medicare or Medicaid to pay. If you have other insurance, you will need to confirm coverage with your company.
• Self Pay -- When a patient does not meet criteria for skilled care, the patient becomes financially responsible. The daily charge includes nursing care, room and board. There are additional charges for services and supplies such as medications. Medicare may make partial payment on physical therapy, x-rays, lab fees, and one visit per week by your physician.

Outside Support

Family and friends can make all the difference when it comes to helping patients recover. We encourage visits from family, friends, and patient's personal pastor, priest, or other clergy member. If their personal clergy is unavailable to visit, we will assist in introducing the patient to our local clergy. A chapel is available for use in the sun room as well. Family may be asked to provide the patient with transportation for medical appointments outside of the hospital.