International Visitor FAQs
- What types of services and therapy are available at RIC?
- What types of patient diagnoses are treated?
- How do I make an appointment at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC)?
- How much will it cost to receive care at RIC?
- How can I arrange for a tour of RIC?
- Where will my family members stay?
- What should I bring?
- When are visiting hours for inpatients?
- Where can I obtain information about Chicago?
- When can I come to RIC to receive care?
1. What types of services and therapy are available at RIC?
RIC offers a multi-disciplinary approach to services for inpatient, outpatient and day rehabilitation, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, recreation therapy, vocational rehabilitation, assistive technology, family education and case management, to name a few. RIC does not provide acute medical treatment or perform surgical procedures. A complete list of the conditions treated and services offered at RIC is available here.
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2. What types of patient diagnoses are treated?
RIC provides treatment for children and adults who have sustained amputation or limb deficiency, brain injury or disease, spinal cord injury, stroke, cerebral palsy, orthopedic problems and joint replacements, neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis, and patients who experience debilitation following surgery and extended hospitalization. RIC also treats a variety of other conditions and offers specialized services for patients.
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3. How do I make an appointment at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC)?
If you are interested in scheduling an appointment or consultation at RIC, please contact us. Afterwards, a physiatrist will assess your medical information to determine if RIC can provide appropriate care for your particular needs. The Guest Services Coordinator will contact you and do their best to schedule an appointment at RIC in a timely fashion.
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4. How much will it cost to receive care at RIC?
It is impossible to estimate the costs involved with providing your care until we review your medical information. A representative from the RIC's Patient Financial Service Department will provide you with a cost estimate based on the anticipated rehabilitation services you will require.
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5. How can I arrange for a tour of RIC?
You can arrange for a tour by contacting the Guest Services Coordinator at 1-312-238-1000 and ask to speak to the international guest coordinator.
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6. Where will my family members stay?
RIC has arrangements with local hotels and corporate housing complexes to provide comfortable accomodations near the hospital for friends and loved ones. The Guest Services Coordinator will assist you in securing housing that best meets your needs.
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7. What should I bring?
- Bring a few changes of comfortable daytime clothing for each day you plan on staying at the Institute - sweat suits are best
- Rubber-soled shoes or gym shoes
- Bathing suit (if you require hydrotherapy)
- Pajamas and slippers
- Cosmetics such as a toothbrush, toothpaste shampoo and shaving supplies
- A sweater or coat for outside activities
Chicago is situated in the northen part of the United States and experiences seasonal extremes in weather. You can view current Chicago weather conditions and forecasts here
It is a good idea to put your name on the items you bring. Also, bring any special adaptive equipment you are using, such as a wheelchair, brace or artificial limb.
We recommend that you do not to bring jewelry, checkbooks or large sums of money - things that are not replaceable if lost or stolen. Should you need to bring valuable items to RIC, our security team can assist you.
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8. When are visiting hours for inpatients?
Visiting hours for RIC inpatients are from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily for guests with children over the age of six. An adult must accompany all children visitors under the age of 16.
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9. Where can I obtain information about Chicago?
For more information on the Chicago metropolitan area, please explore the Web sites listed below.
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