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Cardiac Rehabilitation
At White River Medical Center, cardiac care includes state-of-the-art diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation. Our Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is focused on helping patients with heart conditions achieve the best possible state of health.
What is Cardiac Rehabilitation?
Cardiac Rehabilitation, referred to as cardiac rehab, is a program of structured exercise and education for patients with heart disease. Cardiac Rehab is a three-phase program. A referral from your physician is necessary before you can begin. WRMC brings together certified cardiac nurses, clinical exercise physiologists, critical care nurses, physical therapists, registered dieticians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, health educators, chaplains, and more to help you improve your quality of life.
The first phase occurs while you are in the hospital after a heart attack or surgery. The second phase is an outpatient program of exercise and education. Patients are carefully monitored during their workout routine. The workouts focus on patient’s individual needs and goals. Educational sessions teach patients the lifestyle changes necessary to improve their health. The third phase of cardiac rehab is a voluntary maintenance exercise program. Cardiac rehab patients who want to continue workouts may join the Fit For Life Program. The cost of phase three is covered by some insurance plans.
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Will insurance pay for Cardiac Rehab?
Yes, Medicare and most commercial insurance carriers will cover the costs of phase I and II Cardiac Rehab. We will call your insurance company and get all the information for you.
What will I do during Cardiac Rehab?
Each day includes vital signs, exercise and education.
How many sessions will I attend?
The number of sessions will depend on your condition and fitness. We have 2 day and 3 day per week programs for our patients’ convenience.
What are the benefits of Cardiac Rehab?
- improvement in endurance
- fewer hospital visits
- learning how to control your heart disease
- personalized interaction with health care staff
- clear and effective education
- family education, involvement and support
How Do I Get Started?
If you have had any of the following: heart attack, coronary artery bypass, heart valve surgery, blocked heart arteries, angioplasty (balloon procedure), stent placement, heart transplant, heart-lung transplant, or stable angina, ask your doctor to refer you to our cardiac rehab program, or call us at (870) 262-6168 or toll free at 1-866-466-8166 for more information.
Reserved parking for cardiac rehab patients is located on the west side of the hospital, near the emergency entrance. Enter the hospital through the patient care entrance and you will find Cardiac Rehab on the first floor to the left of the Ambulatory Surgery visitor waiting area.
White River Health System provides North Central Arkansas with quality medical services. WRHS is a multi-facility, not-for-profit organization serving North Central Arkansas. The system includes hospitals, medical clinics, outpatient care centers, long-term care facilities, home health, hospice and medical equipment providers.
White River Health System is a member of the Premier Alliance, the American Hospital Association and is licensed by the Arkansas Department of Health.
To find out more about physicians and services available in your area, call our Physician Referral Line at 698-WRMC or toll free at 1-800-WRMC DOC. For more information about the WRMC Cardiac Rehab Center call, 870-262-6168.
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