Approximately 45% of acute care discharges are subsequently admitted to a post-acute setting nationwide, including approximately 4% who are admitted to an inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF), VMG Health reports. An IRF is a freestanding inpatient facility or specialized unit within an acute care hospital that offers intensive rehabilitation to patients after illness, injury, or surgery. Investment demand for IRFs is strong due to the unique value propositions relative to other healthcare verticals, including strong clinical outcomes at an efficient price to payors, a period of stable regulations, rising patient demand, and a high margin for efficient operators. Read more.
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