National Hernia Network, Inc.
(800) 618-2466
www.HerniaNet.com
Hernianet@aol.comIn the past, tension hernia repairs (simply suturing or sewing the “weak spot” closed) required prolonged periods of convalescence. It was not unusual for patients to be “off”, “out of commission”, or basically unable to perform any duties for approximately 4 to 6 weeks. Even with this prolonged recovery period, recurrent hernias (getting a hernia “back”) ranged from 5—15%. The use of mesh “tension free” repairs has revolutionized these past statistics.
National Hernia Network (NHN) provides only mesh tension free repairs at the company’s facilities around the State of Florida. The lack of tension creates less pain, allowing for faster recuperation. In general, most initial hernia patients can return to “light duty” (<25 lbs. Lifting) in 10—14 days. Return to “full unrestricted duty” can be accomplished in 3 weeks. This allows the employer to have their valued employee back on the job quicker. The patient understands that they won’t be stuck at a less desirable position in the company during a prolonged convalescence. Both interested parties win.
National Hernia Network (NHN) was designed to make the process of workers’ compensation hernia repair as easy as possible. NHN schedules evaluations with surgeons who are board certified, F.A.C.S., and members of the American Hernia Society. Specialists repair the hernias at outpatient surgical centers. All of this care is coordinated through the NHN central office. A single call starts the process. NHN does the rest (scheduling OR, anesthesia, pain meds, and updates). Trained staff keeps the adjuster or nurse informed from initial consultation until MMI. Dealing with the M.D. or staff who won’t return calls is a thing of the past. A single fee provides all of this service to the employer, adjuster and nurse. NHN takes care of all the other bills, claims and hassles. Excellent service at an excellent price.
Time off after the surgical repair is only half the story. Many workers’ compensation cases take weeks to have their initial evaluation with a surgeon. Often during this time, they are restricted in their activities while they wait to be seen/scheduled. Even after an evaluation reveals a hernia, scheduling can be another 2 to 3 weeks. NHN provides prompt access to hernia specialists around the State. Most patients can be seen in 3—5 days of a call to NHN (800-618-2466). If a hernia is diagnosed, a mesh repair at an outpatient surgical facility would be scheduled within 7 days. Obviously, the post procedure convalescence is not the only lost productivity and NHN recognizes this element of hernia care.Prompt evaluation by trained specialists, expedited scheduling and quicker recovery has changed the landscape of hernia repair. Attention to all of the details allows NHN to provide an excellent service to the patient and employer. Returning a patient to full unrestricted activity both personally and professionally is the goal of NHN’s physicians and staff. NHN streamlines the process to afford all involved the best and most efficient care available.
One Price Covers it All
National Hernia Network (NHN) was designed to make the process of workers’ compensation hernia repair as easy as possible. NHN schedules evaluations with surgeons who are board certified, F.A.C.S., and members of the American Hernia Society. Specialists repair the hernias at outpatient surgical centers. All of this care is coordinated through the NHN central office. A single call starts the process. NHN does the rest (scheduling OR, anesthesia, pain meds, and updates). Trained staff keeps the adjuster or nurse informed from initial consultation until MMI. Dealing with the M.D. or staff who won’t return calls is a thing of the past. A single fee provides all of this service to the employer, adjuster and nurse. NHN takes care of all the other bills, claims and hassles. Excellent service at an excellent price.
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National
Hernia Network, Inc
3599 University Blvd. South, Suite #909 Jacksonville, FL 32216
Tel: 800-618-2466
Fax: 888-443-7642
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