RE: Delayed PT

[Richardson, Christine]

we use a letter of predictability for res with fx incase they do not have a wt  bearing upgrade with in the 3o day window CAR -----Original Message----- From: Ann Schoeny [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2004 9:56 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Delayed PT We have never done this, what we do is try and get them to upgrade weight bearing at ortho appt. Occasionally we have had to use Part B if longer than 30 days. ann m schoeny crnac sem haven nursing and rehab 225 cleveland ave. milford, ohio 45150 (513) 248-1270 -----Original Message----- From: Faye Jones [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2004 10:47 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Delayed PT  PT has discharged a resident r/t no increase in weight bearing status (post fx with ORIF) and she has plateaued.  We had to cut her from MED A r/t no other skilled service.  IF she does not get increased weight bearing before the 30 day window for restarting PT/MEDA expires can we apply the delayed PT exception to this situation if the d/c order for PT states to resume therapy at a more appropriate time? NOTE: This e-mail message may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and exempt from disclosure.  It is intended for use only by the person to whom it is addressed. If you have received this message in error, please do not forward or use this information in any way. Delete it immediately and contact the sender as soon as possible by the reply option or by telephone at the telephone number listed (if available).  In the event you cannot fulfill your obligation or there has been any improper release of this information, please contact the Privacy Officer at Carondelet Health at (816) 943-4611.