Vacations and Absences
Guidelines for planned absences
We ask that you notify LifeCare as soon as you know of a planned absence so that we are aware if a patient calls looking for you. Here are the guidelines:
Notify LifeCare in HUCU of the date(s) of your absence so that we can add them to our therapist calendar.
Inform all of the patients of your absence so that a decision can be made if they want to be on hold while you are away or if coverage is needed.
Document your absence in the patient's EMR record for patients who will be on hold.
When back, begin scheduling your patients for appointments as appropriate.
Review case(s) with the therapist if coverage was provided.
Please note that the EMR will not work if you are out of the country without preparing in advance. Here is a guide: