Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital (NIACH), located in Post Falls, Idaho, is a long-term acute care facility specializing in critical care services for patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries. As the only free-standing, long-term acute care hospital in the Inland Northwest, NIACH offers specialized services to meet the complex needs of its patients. ​

• Critical Care: Comprehensive services for patients with complex medical conditions, including trauma, infectious diseases, cardiovascular diseases, stroke, and ventilator weaning.

• Intensive Rehabilitation: Programs designed for individuals recovering from disabling diseases or injuries, such as strokes, brain, spinal cord, and orthopedic injuries. ​

• Respiratory Care: Specialized services for patients with respiratory conditions, including ventilator management and weaning programs. ​

• Wound Care: Advanced treatments for wound healing, addressing both acute and chronic wounds to promote recovery.​

• National Recognition: Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital (NIACH) has been ranked in the top 10% of inpatient rehabilitation facilities in the United States for five consecutive years by the Uniform Data System for Medical Rehabilitation (UDSMR).

• Stroke Rehabilitation Certification: The hospital holds The Joint Commission’s disease-specific certification for stroke rehabilitation, demonstrating adherence to national standards and effective use of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines. ​ 

• Brain Injury Rehabilitation Certification: NIACH has received The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for brain injury rehabilitation, reflecting a commitment to providing high-quality care for patients with brain injuries.

Mission Statement:

• To provide compassionate, patient-centered care, addressing the medical, emotional, and social needs of patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries

Respiratory Care Excellence: NIACH has received national recognition for its respiratory care services, demonstrating a high level of expertise and patient outcomes in this specialty.