Integrated Rehab

09/12/2025

Employers today face the challenge of maintaining a safe workplace while competing for talent in a tough hiring market. 🚨 Concerned that drug testing could discourage applicants? 🚨

08/18/2025

✅ Fit for Work? Understanding the Difference Between Fit for Duty & Return to Work Exams

At Integrated Care, we’re often asked: What’s the difference between a Fit for Duty exam and a Return to Work exam? Here’s a quick breakdown:

🔹 Fit for Duty Exam

Purpose: Determines if an employee can safely perform the essential functions of their job.

Typical Uses:

Post-offer/pre-employment (before officially starting a role)

After an incident or when there are concerns about safety or ability

Safety-sensitive roles

Focus: Evaluates overall capability—strength, mobility, mental status, or other job-related functions.

🔹 Return to Work Exam

Purpose: Conducted after injury, illness, surgery, or medical leave to see if the employee can safely resume their specific job duties.

Typical Uses:

Workers’ compensation injuries

Medical/surgical leave

Determining restrictions or accommodations

Focus: Evaluates recovery from a specific condition and whether the employee can return to work, with or without restrictions.

⚖️ Key Distinction

Fit for Duty: Can this person safely do the job, in general?

Return to Work: Can this person safely resume their job after a medical issue?

08/15/2025

🚶‍♂️ Walk-Ins Welcome! 🚶‍♀️
Need a drug screening? Come on in — no appointment needed!

For services like DOT physicals, lift tests, Physical Capacity Profiles, or Fit-for-Duty exams, we recommend scheduling ahead so we can serve you quickly and keep your wait time short.

08/13/2025

Keeping Your Workforce Healthy, Safe, and Compliant ✅

At Integrated Care, we make Occupational Health simple for employers. Our testing and compliance services help you meet regulatory requirements while protecting your team’s health and safety.

Our Services Include:
📋 Pre-Employment & Post-Offer Physicals
🚛 DOT & Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing
🎯 Random Testing Program Management
🩺 Fit for Duty & Return-to-Work Evaluations

Why Employers Choose Us:
✔ Streamlined testing process
✔ Full compliance with DOT & OSHA
✔ Accurate, confidential results
✔ Complete record management

Let us handle your employee health and testing needs—so you can focus on running your business.

📞 Contact us today: 402-502-1819
🌐 Visit: www.integratedcarellc.com

08/11/2025

🚀 Unlock Clarity on Recovery & Work Readiness! 🚀
At Integrated Care, our Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) provide a complete, science-based assessment of an individual’s ability to work safely and effectively.

✅ Objective Measurements – Strength, endurance, mobility, and functional abilities
✅ Return-to-Work Guidance – Identify safe physical limits & necessary accommodations
✅ Legally Defensible – Backed by AMA Guides & nationally recognized testing protocols
✅ Trusted by Employers & Insurers – Clear, reliable results for better decisions

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, planning a safe return to work, or evaluating functional limitations, our FCE services deliver the clarity you need.

📞 Call us today at 402-502-1819 to schedule your evaluation and take the next step toward recovery!
🌐 www.integratedcarellc.com



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08/07/2025

💪 Fit for Duty, Ready to Work: POET Testing at Integrated Care 💼
At Integrated Care, we know that workforce safety starts before Day One. That’s why we offer POET (Post-Offer Employment Testing)—a vital tool for protecting both your employees and your bottom line.

✅ What is POET?
Post-Offer Employment Testing evaluates whether a candidate can safely perform the essential physical demands of a job before they’re officially hired. It’s legal, objective, and backed by medical and job-specific data.

✅ Why Choose Integrated Care?
Our POET program is:

Scientifically validated and ADA/EEOC compliant

Custom-tailored to each employer’s job descriptions

Performed by licensed providers with results you can trust

Fast and efficient, reducing time-to-hire without compromising safety

✅ The Benefits:

Prevent workplace injuries before they happen

Lower workers’ compensation costs

Promote a culture of safety from the start

Match the right people to the right roles

If you're hiring for physically demanding positions—or simply want to protect your team—we’re here to help you build a safer, stronger workforce.

📞 Call us today at 402-502-1819 or message us to learn how we can implement a POET program for your organization.

07/27/2025

🚐 Integrated Care offers on-site drug screening services for new hires, DOT compliance, and safety-sensitive operations. Our mobile solutions save time, reduce downtime, and keep staff on the job. Call 402-502-1819 to schedule your screening.

Call now to connect with business.

07/27/2025

CDL Drivers: Same-Day DOT Exams Now Available!

If you're a commercial driver in need of a DOT physical, we've got you covered — fast.

Dr. Christian Busby is providing DOT exams at our South Clinic, and Dr. Louis Nutter is available at our West Clinic. Both are certified and experienced in evaluating CDL drivers in accordance with FMCSA regulations.

We understand your time is valuable — same-day scheduling is available to get you back on the road quickly and safely.

📍 South Clinic – Dr. Busby
📍 West Clinic – Dr. Nutter
📞 Call now to schedule your DOT exam today! 402-502-1819

07/19/2025

💼 Fit for Duty Exams at Integrated Care – What You Need to Know 💼
At Integrated Care, we provide Fit for Duty Exams that are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) — ensuring that workplace safety and employee rights are both respected.

🩺 What Is a Fit for Duty Exam?
A Fit for Duty exam is a medical evaluation used to determine whether an employee is physically or mentally able to safely perform their job duties. These are typically used when there's objective evidence that an employee’s ability to perform their job may be impaired.

✅ When Are These Exams Permitted?
Under the ADA, these exams are only allowed when they are:

Job-related

Consistent with business necessity

📌 That means an employer must have factual, objective evidence (not speculation) showing a concern about job performance or safety before requesting an exam.

💡 Why It Matters
As attorney Carolyn Rashby explains: “Because the ADA imposes strict requirements on medical exams, employers should always proceed with caution.”

At Integrated Care, we help employers navigate these legal guidelines while keeping the workplace safe and supportive for everyone.

📲 Need Help With Fit for Duty Exams?
Reach out to us today to learn more about how we can support your team.

To learn more: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/employment-law-compliance/fitness-duty-examinations-allowed

07/17/2025

🏥 Functional Capacity Evaluations by Dr. Alex Ferrer, DPT – Now Available in English & Spanish! 🇺🇸🇲🇽

Is your employee ready to return to work? Do you need a clear, objective evaluation of physical capabilities after an injury?

We’re proud to offer Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) conducted by Dr. Alex Ferrer, DPT, a licensed and bilingual physical therapist. With fluency in both English and Spanish, Dr. Ferrer ensures every patient is heard, understood, and evaluated with the highest clinical standards.

🔍 What’s included in our FCEs?
✔️ Comprehensive assessment of strength, flexibility, endurance, and physical demands
✔️ Clear documentation aligned with return-to-work or disability guidelines
✔️ Objective results that support safe and accurate decision-making
✔️ Patient-centered communication in your preferred language

Whether you're an employer, case manager, or healthcare provider, our FCEs help eliminate guesswork and support safe reintegration into the workforce.

📍 Schedule your FCE today by calling 402-502-1819 or visiting www.integratedcarellc.com

🧑‍⚕️ Integrated Care, LLC – Bridging recovery and results, one evaluation at a time.

07/11/2025

A Conversation with Alex Ferrer, Doctor of Physical Therapy: Exploring the Field

07/11/2025

🎥 Meet Tyler – One of the Faces Behind the Care!
Ever wonder what keeps our team going strong every day? In this fun and candid interview, Tyler opens up about what motivates him, the power of teamwork, and the little wins that make a big difference.

Take a minute to watch—you’ll see why we’re proud to have him on our team. 💙

👉 Click to watch and get inspired!