Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Partner in Rehabilitation Services
Premier Rehab was established in 2001 with a clear mission: to prioritize the well-being of patients and staff. As a therapist-owned and operated company, we bring over 175 years of combined management experience to deliver exceptional rehabilitation services. Our team of skilled professionals partners with skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation hospitals, and home health agencies to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy. We focus on building long-term relationships with clients to meet individual needs while maximizing patient and facility outcomes. Our commitment extends beyond therapy, offering support in quality assurance, compliance, and census development. With a presence in Louisiana and Texas, we continue to grow while maintaining our dedication to excellence.Our leadership team actively engages with therapists and facility staff to ensure personalized care and operational success. We invest in ongoing education and strategic analysis to help clients navigate industry changes like the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM). Our retention rate of 98.4% reflects our culture of teamwork and employee satisfaction, which directly benefits patient care. Through programs like Back 2 Home, we strive to restore patients to their highest level of independence. Our approach combines clinical expertise with proactive care management to deliver measurable results for facilities and their residents.
Services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Outpatient Programs
Inpatient Programs
Quality Assurance
Census Development
PDPM Support
Back 2 Home Program
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We are therapist-owned with over 175 years of combined management experience.
- Our team partners with facilities to maximize patient outcomes and financial growth.
- We offer customized strategic marketing plans for census development.
- Our PDPM specialists ensure compliance and optimize reimbursement rates.
- We maintain a 98.4% therapist retention rate for consistent, high-quality care.
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services address orthopedic injuries, neck/back pain, balance disorders, and chronic pain. Therapists design personalized treatment plans to improve mobility and reduce discomfort. Patients benefit from evidence-based techniques that enhance functional recovery and quality of life.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy focuses on helping patients regain independence in daily activities. We treat muscle/joint pain, arthritis, and movement disorders through tailored exercises and adaptive strategies. Our goal is to improve patients' ability to perform essential life tasks.
Speech Therapy
Our speech-language pathologists evaluate and treat communication and swallowing disorders in adults and children. Services include speech, language, cognitive-communication, and voice disorder interventions. We use specialized techniques to enhance patient communication abilities.
Inpatient Programs
Inpatient therapy programs provide intensive rehabilitation for long-term care residents. Therapists collaborate with care teams to develop individualized treatment plans. Sessions incorporate patients' interests to maximize engagement and functional outcomes through activities like our monthly 'Fun Friday' events.
Outpatient Programs
Outpatient services continue care after inpatient stays, focusing on sustained recovery. We offer specialized treatments for work-related injuries, automobile accident trauma, and chronic conditions. Our therapists coordinate with facilities to maintain continuity of care beyond initial rehabilitation.
People
Bridget Petrie
CEO
Bridget Petrie leads Premier Rehab with a focus on patient-centered care and operational excellence. Her leadership drives strategic growth while maintaining clinical quality standards across all therapy services.
Sheila Porter
HR Director
Sheila Porter oversees human resources, ensuring staff satisfaction and retention. Her work supports Premier Rehab's 98.4% therapist retention rate through employee engagement initiatives and professional development programs.
Kimberly Keyes
Clinical Compliance Director
Kimberly Keyes manages clinical compliance, ensuring adherence to therapy regulations and quality standards. She provides expertise in documentation reviews and MDS coding for facility compliance.
Adam York
Director of Operations
Adam York directs operational strategy, focusing on facility partnerships and service expansion. He implements systems to improve patient outcomes while supporting facility census growth initiatives.
Roderick Williams
Professional Development Director
Roderick Williams leads therapist training and PDPM education. His programs ensure staff proficiency in regulatory changes and clinical best practices for optimal patient care.
Questions
What therapy services does Premier Rehab offer?
We provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy services for inpatient and outpatient settings.
Do you work with skilled nursing facilities?
Yes, we partner with skilled nursing facilities to enhance rehabilitation programs and patient outcomes.
How do you support PDPM compliance?
We offer PDPM training, MDS coding assistance, and documentation reviews to optimize reimbursement rates.
What areas do you serve?
Our services are available throughout Louisiana and Texas healthcare facilities.
How do you help with census development?
We create data-driven marketing plans and co-branded materials to attract and retain residents.
What makes Premier Rehab unique?
We combine therapist ownership, 175+ years of experience, and a 98.4% retention rate for consistent care.
