Admissions

Admissions

To discuss placement needs, please contact the admissions department at (318) 221-1983 or email us your questions, Contact Us ›

Admissions

Our Director of Admissions will be happy to guide you through the process to make it as easy as possible. You can be assured that we will do everything we can to make this simple for you. Below are some frequently asked questions and answers to move the process forward.

DMA – 6, Level 1, History and Physical, current list of medications, and any medical notes. All paperwork must be completed by the primary care physician.

The facility and physician determine the level of care for which a person is eligible by evaluating how much actual assistance the individual needs with activities of daily living (dressing, bathing, walking, eating, toileting, transferring) and how much nursing supervision and medical care is required.

When private pay residents have used nearly all of their financial resources, they generally become eligible for Medicaid. (click here)

Medicaid eligibility changes every year. Visit www.dch.georgia.gov and click on (Georgia Medicaid) to see the current requirements. You can also visit your local Department of Family and Children Services.

Photo ID, Social Security Card, Medicare Card, Insurance Card, Medicaid Card (if applicable), Advanced Directives (living will, power of attorney).

Medicare Part A requires a consecutive 3-night hospital stay within the last 30 days and a diagnosis that meets Medicare criteria. Medicare will pay 100% for the first 20 days of skilled services and a portion for day 21 through 100. Medicare may be less than 100 days if the resident fails to meet medical criteria. (click here)

Yes. It is very important to visit the facility, prior to admission, to assure both the potential resident and the family feels welcome and at ease with the placement.