Infusion Management
Post Acute Care/ Discharge Care
HOME INTRAVENOUS ANTIBIOTIC MANAGEMENT
BridgeCare Specialists of Michigan is a virtual healthcare provider that offers a range of services, including home IV antibiotics management. Here are some specific reasons why home IV antibiotic management can be a useful service:
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Monitoring of Symptoms: Prolonged IV antibiotic treatment can have side effects, such as allergic reactions and gastrointestinal symptoms. Regular follow-up care allows healthcare providers to monitor patients' symptoms and adjust their treatment plans accordingly.
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Management of Lines: Patients receiving prolonged IV antibiotics often require IV access lines, which can increase the risk of infections and other complications. Regular follow-up care can help ensure that central lines are properly maintained, and any potential complications are identified early.
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Medication Management: Prolonged IV antibiotic treatment can be complex, with multiple medications required to manage the patient's condition effectively. Regular follow-up care can help ensure that patients are taking their medications correctly and that their medications are adjusted as needed to manage their symptoms.
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Prevention of Complications: Patients receiving prolonged IV antibiotics are at increased risk of complications, such as bloodstream infections and antibiotic resistance. Regular follow-up care can help identify these complications early when they are more easily managed and treated.
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Education and Support: Patients requiring prolonged IV antibiotic treatment often require education and support to manage their condition effectively. Regular follow-up care can provide patients with the education and support they need to understand their condition, manage their symptoms, and make necessary lifestyle modifications.
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Convenience: By providing home IV antibiotics management, BridgeCare Specialists of Michigan allows patients to receive necessary antibiotics in the comfort of their own homes. This can be especially beneficial for patients who have mobility or transportation issues, as well as those who may live far from a healthcare facility.
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Cost-effectiveness: Home IV antibiotics management can be a more cost-effective option than hospitalization, SAR stays, or frequent clinic visits. By avoiding hospitalization and SAR placement, patients may save money on hospital bills, and BridgeCare Specialists of Michigan can reduce the overall cost of care.
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Improved patient outcomes: Home IV antibiotics management can also lead to improved patient outcomes, as patients are in a familiar environment and may be more comfortable. This can help reduce stress and anxiety, which can contribute to faster healing and recovery times.
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Comprehensive care: BridgeCare Specialists of Michigan provides comprehensive care for patients receiving home IV antibiotics, including medication management, monitoring for potential complications, and regular check-ins with healthcare providers. This ensures that patients receive the best possible care while at home.
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Expertise: BridgeCare Specialists of Michigan has a team of experienced healthcare providers who specialize in home IV antibiotics management. These specialists have the knowledge and expertise needed to provide patients with safe, effective care, and to quickly address any issues that may arise during treatment.
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Overall, home IV antibiotics management is a valuable service offered by BridgeCare Specialists that can help patients receive the care they need in a convenient, cost-effective, and safe manner.
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BridgeCare partners with local infusion companies and licensed Registered Nurses who have extensive training and proficiency in infusion services and assist patients being treated for an infection. A broad range of services is offered to complement all other care and designed to ensure healthcare continuity, avoid preventable poor outcomes, and promote the safe and timely transfer of patients.
A broad range of services is offered to complement all other care and designed to ensure healthcare continuity, avoid preventable poor outcomes, and promote the safe and timely transfer of patients.
Virtual Care
BridgeCare coordinates video visits in the comfort of the patients home.
BRIDGECARE ELIGIBILITY
BridgeCare can accept referrals from the following locations:
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Inpatient acute care hospital
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Inpatient psychiatric hospital
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Inpatient Rehabilitation
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Hospital Observation Units
Patients leaving the Emergency Room or Urgent care are not eligible for discharge services through BridgeCare
OUR SERVICES MAKE A DIFFERENCE
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT
BridgeCare providers manage prescription refills, oversee IV antibiotics, and do a thorough medication reconciliation with every transitional care appointment.
HEALTH LITERACY COACHING
BridgeCare understand that patients, especially those returning home with a new diagnosis, can have many questions about how to manage chronic conditions. Our health literacy consults help patients learn to be their own health advocates.
SUPERVISION OF HOME CARE
BridgeCare works hand-in-hand with home care companies throughout Michigan. We make sure patients get the care they need after leaving the hospital. If there's no doctor available to sign for orders
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING
Our telehealth model allows patients to meet with our providers at their own convenience. Using video visits, we make evening and weekend appointments available.
IV ANTIBIOTIC MANAGMENT
Our physicians will provide orders and follow labs to allow for patients to safely finish their IV antibiotic therapy at home. This allows patients to also be discharged home eariler and reduce their LOS.
WOUND CHECKS
Wit h the help of wound nurses, our team will help manage wounds by providing guidance, orders, and referrals.