Diagnostech
How it Works
How Diagnostech Works
We come to you
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Our licensed FEES specialists arrive at your facility, eliminating the need for off-site hospital visits.
Simple, quick, non-Invasive
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The procedure takes 15 minutes or less and can be performed in a treatment room or the patient’s own room.
Immediate, actionable results
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Findings are analyzed in real-time, with clear dietary recommendations provided on the same day.
Compliance documentation
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Your facility receives detailed reports to support care decisions and regulatory compliance.
Who Needs a FEES Exam & Why It Matters
A Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) exam is essential for individuals experiencing swallowing difficulties, providing a precise assessment to guide effective treatment. This diagnostic tool helps clinicians identify aspiration risks and tailor interventions for safer, more efficient swallowing.
Avoid Unnecessary Dietary Restrictions
A Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) is recommended for individuals with:
- Recurrent respiratory infections
- Head and neck cancer (before or after radiation therapy)
- A feeding tube with persistent coughing
- Progressive neurological conditions (e.g., ALS, Parkinson’s)
- A tracheostomy or ventilator dependency
- Difficulty with head or trunk control
- Structural abnormalities of the larynx or pharynx
- Dysphagia due to stroke or traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Benefits of a FEES Exam
A FEES assessment provides critical insights for treatment planning, including:
- Personalized diet texture recommendations
- Timely diagnostic results and actionable treatment plans
- Identification of the physiological cause of dysphagia for tailored interventions
- Safety assessment for advancing food and liquid textures
- Evaluation of effective compensatory swallowing strategies
- Precise NMES (Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation) electrode placement
- Video recordings for patient biofeedback and caregiver education
Enhance your facility’s standard of care
On-site FEES evaluations offer several advantages, including:
- Improving patient safety & satisfaction
- Reducing unnecessary feeding tube placements
- Providing clear documentation to support clinical decisions
- Strengthening your reputation as a high-quality care provider
- Minimizing legal exposure & ensuring compliance
By offering on-site FEES, your nursing home sets itself apart as a leader in compassionate, evidence-based patient care.
