Awared Winning Short-term Rehab in Lexington, KY

• Recent Stroke
• Chronic Stroke
• Heart Attack
• Hip Replacement
• Back and Spinal Surgery
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Surgery Recovery
• Post Amputation
• COPD
• Myocardial Infarction

• Cardiac & Respiratory Therapy
• Electrical Stimulation Therapy
• Wound Care
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Cognitive Retraining
• Pain Management
• Ultrasound Therapy
• Strength Training (including HUR & Compound Row)
• Pre-discharge In-home Assessments

Dr. Paul Ilkanich is a Board-Certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician who works in conjunction with our Medical Director for the best outcomes for our residents and their families. As a physiatrist, his focus is on restoring function, improving quality of life, and managing pain. 

How having a physiatrist on staff benefits residents and families:

Faster pain relief

• On-site expertise means quicker evaluation and treatment decisions
• Reduces wait time for outside referrals and appointments

Targeted, non-surgical pain management

• Specialized in restoring function and reducing pain from strokes, falls, fractures, and chronic conditions
• Uses therapies, medications, and interventions tailored to each resident

Stronger rehab outcomes

• Works alongside therapy teams to adjust plans in real time
• Helps residents progress more efficiently and safely

Shorter length of stay (when appropriate)

• Faster treatment = quicker recovery milestones
• Supports smoother, earlier transitions back home or to the next level of care

Better coordination of care

• Aligns nursing, therapy, and medical treatment under one plan
• Reduces fragmentation and delays

Added support for hospice & palliative care

• Focus on comfort, pain control, and quality of life
• Helps manage complex symptoms with a compassionate, function-focused approach

Peace of mind for families

• Less waiting, fewer appointments off-site
• Confidence that pain and recovery are being actively managed every day on campus

HOW TO REFER/ GET REFERRED

• The easiest route is through a qualifying hospital stay.
• Medicare eligibility requires a three-night inpatient stay.
• Commercial insurance necessitates preauthorization without a qualifying stay.
• Coordination between the hospital, Sayre, and insurance providers can facilitate the authorization process.
• If discharged to home with a subsequent need for more intensive therapy within 30 days, admission to Sayre is possible.
• For commercial insurance, a preauthorization can be obtained through a referral from your Primary Care Physician.

Due to the high demand for our care services, we require a bed hold agreement for those requesting a room while making their final decision.

This ensures that families who are ready to move forward are not turned away while others are still in the decision-making process. The bed hold secures your loved one’s space and allows us to plan more effectively for everyone’s care needs.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we strive to serve all families with transparency and fairness.

Yes, up to 100 days. Days 1 - 20 are covered at 100%. Days 21 - 100 are covered with Medicare co-insurance (unless there is supplemental or secondary insurance). Our business office team will cover all details prior to or at admission.

Sayre Healthcare Center is certified for Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.

Private pay, private insurance, and most other payer sources are also accepted. (Humana, Aetna, United Healthcare, VA)

Helpful links:

Medicare

Medicare Replacement

Medicaid