The long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) is a critical resource for patients requiring extended hospital stays, and PAM Health provides this resource.
(Reno, Nevada. – October 26, 2023) – PAM Health, one of the leading specialty healthcare organizations in the United States, and Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, are proud to announce a partnership to reintroduce much-needed LTACH services to the community. The 21-bed unit opened on October 24, 2023, expanding access to vital post-acute services for chronically or critically ill patients in the Northern Nevada region who need ongoing complex care after discharging from a short-term acute care hospital.
“Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center routinely assesses for opportunities to respond to community needs and expand access to high-quality care,” said Derrick Glum, CEO of Saint Mary’s Health Network. “There is a substantial demand for these service throughout Northern Nevada, and this partnership with PAM Health is a significant milestone as it represents growth in resources, access, and services available to patients during their most critical time of need.”
With this collaboration, PAM Health and Saint Mary’s fill a void in the care continuum and in doing so significantly benefit patients in further need of intensive clinical care. 10 to 20% of patients recovering from critical illnesses will experience persistent organ failures that require prolonged, complex medical care provided by an LTACH.
“PAM Health is equipped with the latest medical technology and staffed by a caring team committed to helping every patient return to their optimal level of functioning,” added Sam Billig, Division President of PAM Health. “PAM Health’s model is patient-centered, with a key focus on sustainable recovery. Being located within a high-quality, multi-service hospital like Saint Mary’s promotes care continuity, communication, and coordination that positions our programs to make a positive impact on patients immediately.”
Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center and PAM Health have a history of providing exceptional care to patients recovering from serious illness, accident, or injury and a shared commitment to consistently delivering high-quality healthcare.