Transitional Care

Transitional care—sometimes called “swing bed”—is for people recovering from a serious illness, injury, or major illness who are not quite ready to return home or to their previous level of independence. 

Who qualifies for transitional care?

Transitional care is a program for patients who no longer require around-the-clock care but are not yet well enough to return home. Patients who complete a transitional care program are less likely to be readmitted to the hospital with new complications from the same illness or injury.

Good candidates for transitional care include: 

• Patients recovering from complex surgery
• Patients recovering from a serious illness or injury, such as a heart attack, stroke, or traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Patients with a higher risk of developing complications due to chronic disease(s)
• Patients who require ongoing specialized treatment, such as wound care, rehabilitation services, or intravenous medications

Transitional care at CMH

Transitional Care at CMH offers a balanced recovery experience complete with specialized care options, access to hospital resources if needed, and the personalized support of your local community.

• Rehabilitative Care: A full spectrum of rehabilitative care includes occupational, physical, and speech therapy programs
• Advanced Wound Care: Our award winning Advanced Wound Clinic provides a variety of treatment options that promote faster healing
• Specialty Services: Convenient access to hospital amenities as needed, including laboratory services, diagnostic imaging, infusion therapy, and dialysis
• Life Engagement: Access to activities that enrich life mentally, socially, and intellectually.
• Proximity to Home: A patient’s support system is critical to a successful recovery. Completing Transitional Care in our local community of Cloquet/Carlton County allows more opportunities for a patient’s loved ones to participate in their recovery.

Transitional Care FAQs

Is transitional care covered by my insurance?

Most transitional care stays are reimbursed under the Medicare Swing Bed program, a Medicare Part A payment program. 

If criteria are met, Medicare Part A will reimburse for up to 100 days of transitional care. 

Some patients may qualify for reimbursement via other programs or payor. If you have questions about coverage, please contact us at 218-499-6701 and we will help determine your transitional care benefits.