For physicians the process is easy. Simply write an order to “Consult St. Elias Specialty Hospital of Alaska”. The nurse or case manager receiving the order will call us to arrange for a Clinical Nurse Liaison to evaluate your patient.

Patient is/ or may have:

• Multi-system failure
• TPN needs
• CVA
• MRSA/VRE or other complicated infections
• Complex Wounds

Patient may require some the following treatments, but are not limited to:

• Ventilator/Tracheostomy Management
• Extensive respiratory care/tracheostomy/chest tubes
• Cardiac monitoring
• Extensive wound care
• IV antibiotic therapy
• Daily physician visit

Other general indicators of a patient’s LTACH/LTCH eligibility:

• Patient is currently in ICU
• Patient’s medical needs are too extensive to transfer to lower level of care, such as a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation unit, or home health.
• Patient’s rehabilitation is compromised by acute medical issues.
• Patients are at risk for medical complications upon discharge.
• Patient has history of multiple readmissions