Swing Beds
Swing beds are commonly used for individuals:
- Post Orthopedic Surgery- requiring therapy services.
- Infusion therapy- requiring ongoing IV medication for a specified length of time.
- To gain strength after an illness during a stay in the hospital.
- Individuals who need end of life care.
Most Medicare and Medicare Replacement Plans cover swing bed stays. However, the Medicare program may require prior authorization.
Remember, if you have a surgery elsewhere it is your choice as to where you are placed during your recovery when the above services may be needed. Let the Social Worker or Case Manager know if your wishes are to return to Cook Hospital for your rehab.
For Swing Bed questions and referrals please contact:
Annie Dougherty, RN Coordinator – Hospital – 218-666-6211 or adougherty@cookhospital.org