Rising labor costs and operational inefficiencies can quickly erode margins in therapy programs, emphasizing the need for therapy cost controls. For skilled nursing and post-acute care providers, the challenge isn’t just reducing expenses—it’s doing so while maintaining quality outcomes and retaining a skilled therapy workforce.
This case study highlights how Management by Infinity Rehab (MIR) helped a new client regain financial control of an underperforming in-house therapy program and achieve meaningful bottom-line growth.
Client Challenge: An Imbalanced Salary-to-Income Ratio
A new client engaged MIR to manage an underperforming in-house therapy program. Early analysis revealed a significant imbalance in the salary-to-income (SI) ratio, a critical metric that measures therapy labor costs against generated revenue.
An elevated SI ratio indicated that therapy expenses were outpacing reimbursement, creating financial strain and limiting long-term sustainability. Targeted intervention was needed to restore balance and improve profitability.
The Solution: Strategic Therapy Cost Controls
MIR conducted a comprehensive evaluation of the client’s staffing and operational model and implemented a series of targeted optimizations designed to improve efficiency without compromising care quality.
Key strategies included:
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Staffing model optimization to ensure cost-effective care delivery
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Alternative treatment models to improve productivity and reduce labor costs
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Streamlining labor hours based on demand and utilization patterns
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Payor-based scheduling optimization to align treatment approaches with reimbursement structures
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Monitoring systems to maintain control over cost per visit
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Labor hour adjustments for paid holidays to further reduce unnecessary expense
These initiatives were supported by ongoing monitoring to ensure sustained financial and operational performance.
Results: Measurable Financial Impact Through Therapy Cost Controls
The outcomes were both immediate and significant:
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30% reduction in therapy costs
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$250,000 improvement in net profit
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High-quality patient outcomes maintained
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Therapy workforce retained, supporting continuity of care
By addressing cost drivers strategically, MIR helped the client strengthen financial performance while preserving clinical excellence.
Client Testimonial
“Partnering with MIR has been transformative for our therapy program. Their strategic approach led to a 30% reduction in therapy costs, strengthening our bottom line by $250,000. What impressed us most is that these changes didn’t compromise the quality of care—our patients continue to receive excellent treatment, and we’ve retained our dedicated therapy workforce. MIR’s expertise has made a significant difference for us.”
Conclusion: Financial and Clinical Success, Aligned
Through strategic therapy cost controls and operational optimization, MIR helped this client achieve a 30% reduction in therapy costs and a $250,000 boost to the bottom line—all while maintaining exceptional patient care and workforce stability.
This case study demonstrates MIR’s ability to deliver customized, results-driven solutions that support both financial sustainability and clinical excellence. For organizations seeking to improve performance without sacrificing quality, MIR offers a proven path forward.
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