Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 7.79% of Patients had Pressure Ulcers

This indicates the percentage of residents that sustained a pressure ulcer. Pressure ulcers, also known as bed sores, are routinely the result of patients staying in one position for too long. Better nursing protocols minimizes the percentage of residents in a nursing home who sustain pressure ulcers.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 3.69% of Patients had Serious Falls

This tells you the percent of patients who have had a major fall. Falls leading to serious injuries are considered to be a barometer of nursing care at a nursing home. Major falls are routinely the result of lower quality nursing care.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 1.8% of Patients had UTIs

This tells you the percent of residents who suffered from a urinary tract infection. These infections are linked to insufficient hygiene.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 13.22% of Patients use Anti-Psychotic Medication

This is the percentage of residents who were given antipsychotic medications. Antipsychotic drugs are administered to patients for many conditions, such as Alzheimer's or other dementias. Sadly, in some cases, increased usage of these drugs may mean that a facility is using these medications to control patient behavior.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 22.35% of Patients use Anti-Anxiety Medication

This datapoint tells you the percentage of long-term care residents receiving antianxiety medications.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 20% of Patients

This indicates the percentage of patients showing depressive symptoms. High rates of depression may imply a lower level of care.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 90.19% of Patients

This indicates the percentage of patients that have received the flu and pneumonia vaccines. Higher vaccination rates should be standard at this point.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 15.17% Percentage of Patients

This datapoint measures the percent of long-term stay patients who needed additional assistance with activities of daily living over time. ADL's include activities such as getting dressed and using the bathroom. Many argue this is a measure of a resident's well-being.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 18.5% Percentage of Residents

This tells you the percentage of residents who maintained mobility over time. Retaining mobility is often a great sign for residents' well-being.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 18.5 Percentage of Residents Rehospitalized

This tells you the number of rehospitalizations per 1,000 days of short-term care. There is usually a correlation between having fewer hospitalizations and a nursing homes short-term rehabilitation performance.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 11.81 Percentage of Patients

This metric tracks the number of emergency room visits per thousand days of short-term patient care. Avoiding emergency medical situations is one way to assess the well-being of patients during rehabilitation.

In Altercare of Hilliard Post-Acute Center, 74.54% Percentage of Resident

This is the percentage of short-term stay patients who experienced functional improvements, such as enhanced ability to perform activities of daily living. High levels of independence with ADL's often correlates with higher quality rehabilitation services.