Physical Medicine
and Rehabilitation (PM&R)
Dedicated IM Physicians
Partner with our team of dedicated IM physicians and experience benefits like :
- Pharmacy collaboration
- Chronic care management for acute and post-acute discharge
- Treatment planning
- Seamless integration with other departments and specialty physicians
- Ongoing education for staff
Internal Medicine Services
Patient Assessment
Including the patient's medical history, physical abilities, and functional limitations to identify their strengths and weaknesses.
Workflow Assessment
Assessing your current workflow is an important part of adjusting workflows to ensure collaboration between new and existing staff.
Value-Based Care Objectives
Using the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM), we prioritize patient care over volume, which keeps hospitals fiscally healthy while being dedicated to providing the best possible care for patients.
Hospital Medicine
With a focus on reducing readmissions, we manage patient care during hospital stays, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from admission to discharge.
Education
We also provide oversight and instruction for resident physicians.
Internal Medicine
Tailored to Your Facility
We provide a seamless continuum of care, ensuring consistent support for patients throughout their recovery journey. Partnering community-based provider groups means your patients will receive proactive medical management and the engagement needed to improve their outcomes.
Learn more about our Internal Medicine programming for your care facility through our IM brands; First Docs, IPMGMT, and ACHG.
Components of Our Integrated
IM Service Line
Partner
With Us
Ready to optimize the continuum of care in your facility with internal medicine services? Contact us today to learn more about how our IM program can enhance patient outcomes and financial performance.
Internal Medicine FAQs
What role does internal medicine play in skilled nursing facility care?
Internal medicine physicians manage complex, chronic conditions (such as diabetes, hypertension, and COPD) that frequently affect post-acute patients and can complicate rehabilitation progress. Having consistent internal medicine coverage in a SNF reduces avoidable hospitalizations and supports smoother care transitions. Medrina's internal medicine program is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing nursing and therapy teams.
How does internal medicine support PDPM optimization in skilled nursing facilities?
Accurate clinical documentation of comorbidities and medical complexity is a key driver of PDPM reimbursement. Internal medicine physicians are trained to identify and document the full scope of a patient's medical needs, ensuring appropriate case-mix classification. Medrina's physicians work with your clinical team to capture every reimbursable condition accurately.
How can internal medicine services reduce hospital readmissions in post-acute care?
Many SNF readmissions are driven by poorly managed chronic conditions like infections, fluid imbalances, or medication complications all within the scope of internal medicine. Proactive physician monitoring and early intervention can catch deterioration before it requires hospitalization. Medrina's internal medicine program establishes regular physician touchpoints that are specifically designed to reduce avoidable readmissions.
What are the benefits of partnering with a specialized internal medicine provider for my SNF?
Partnering with a dedicated internal medicine group gives your facility consistent physician coverage, reducing reliance on on-call or emergency services. It also improves care coordination between nursing staff, therapists, and specialists. Medrina brings a team-based, physician-led model that enhances both clinical outcomes and operational efficiency for SNF partners.