What is the average length of stay?
Length of stay varies depending on your diagnosis. Our clinical team works
with you to determine an estimate based on your plan of care. Average
length of stay will range from 12 - 14 days.
Do I need a referral to be admitted?
A referral is required to be eligible for admission to the FFARC. Anyone
can refer a patient to the FFARC, including acute care hospitals, home
care agencies, skilled nursing facilities, long term hospitals, community
physicians, emergency rooms and families. Contact our Admissions Liaison
at 949-764-3947 for more information.
What is the admission process?
Following a thorough assessment, our team discusses your medical status
and works with you to create a customized, treatment plan based on your
short-term and long-term goals. A detailed and comprehensive review of
each patient’s condition and medical history is performed by our
licensed Admissions Liaison and Medical Director, to determine if the
patient is an appropriate candidate for acute inpatient rehabilitation.
The clinical team will evaluate whether or not the patient can tolerate
and benefit from an intensive rehabilitation program. Insurance verification
and authorization required prior to admission.
What are the criteria for admission?
- Medically stable
- Require at least two therapies, one of which must be physical or occupational
- Able to actively participate and benefit from 3 hours of therapy per day
at least 5 days a week OR 15 hours of intensive therapy within a 7 day,
consecutive period
- Demonstrate measurable improvements throughout the rehabilitation program
- Be 18+ years of age. Patients under the age of 18 may be accepted on a
case-by-case basis
What should I bring for my stay?
- Tennis or workout appropriate shoes with interchangeable laces
- Comfortable clothing you can move around in
- Undergarments
- Personal care items
Shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush and toothpaste will be provided.
Where is the center located?
The Fudge Family Acute Rehabilitation Center is located in Hoag Hospital
Newport Beach, 3 West.