OPT is used on a daily basis to enhance the toolbox of those making decisions about post-acute placement, goals and costs. Care managers from the country’s largest health plans access this tool at their desktop, laptop, website or handheld device. A minimal amount of information is required to derive a highly reliable estimate of an individual, in terms of:

• How much improvement will be required to return home safely?
• How long will recovery take?
• Where is the best place to receive care?
• How much treatment will be required to optimize the stay?

This tool can be used telephonically, during an onsite visit or during a care conference. Nurses, physicians, therapists or any other health care professional can easily be trained to use this tool in one day.