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Patient Transitions -In/out of Hospice/Palliative Care and Physical Therapy Reimbursement
July 26, 2016
Have you seen any Medicare payment denials when the patient moves in and out of hospice and/or palliative care and is being treated by physical therapy? Read More
Home Health Professional Issues and Compliance
Gaming and Interventions for the Trunk
July 19, 2016
Can you provide some insight on using gaming as an intervention for trunk control? Read More
Neurology
Shoe Height and Office Ergonomics
July 12, 2016
Does wearing high heels affect the alignment of a seated workstation? Read More
Orthopedics Professional Issues and Compliance
Office Ergonomics and Eye Strain
July 5, 2016
Is it possible to reduce eye strain with changes in office set-up? Read More
Orthopedics Professional Issues and Compliance
Feet Placement With The Work Station
June 21, 2016
What things do you commonly educate people in regards to their work station and foot placement? Read More
Orthopedics Professional Issues and Compliance
Pros and Cons of Commercially Available Games for Rehab Patients
June 7, 2016
What are some pros and cons of commercially available games for rehab patients? Read More
Neurology
Key Points When Developing an Evacuation Plan
May 31, 2016
What are a couple key point when developing an evacuation plan for a special needs individual? Read More
Non-Operative Management of Cubital Tunnel
May 3, 2016
What is the typical non-operative management of cubital tunnel? Read More
Orthopedics
Signs and Symptoms of a Pulmonary Embolism
April 26, 2016
What are the signs and symptoms of a pulmonary embolism (PE)? Read More
CardioPulmonary Orthopedics
Physical Activity for Patient's with ALS
April 19, 2016
What are some recommendations for physical activity for patients with ALS? Read More
Neurology
Safe Handling Techniques When Treating Patient with ALS
March 22, 2016
What are some safe handling techniques when handling a patient with ALS? Read More
Neurology
Key Words to Support Skilled Intervention
March 8, 2016
What are some key words to support skilled intervention? Read More
Professional Issues and Compliance
Billing Example Using the 8 Minute Rule
March 2, 2016
Can you explain a more difficult example when using the 8 minute rule? Read More
Professional Issues and Compliance
Diaper Changing and the Osteogenesis Imperfecta Infant
February 24, 2016
We need to educate parents and caregivers on the safest handling techniques for those with Osteogenesis Imperfecta. What do you recommend for diaper changing? Read More
Pediatrics
Effectiveness of Phonophoresis
February 10, 2016
I have been using a 1% hydrocortisone cream for phonophoresis with diagnoses such as plantar fascitis. You mention in your presentation on ultraound that is an ineffective treatment option. Is there... Read More
Orthopedics
Number of Treatment Sessions for Ultrasound
February 4, 2016
Is there a recommended number of treatments to maximize therapeutic effect? Do you have any recommendations/suggestions? Read More
Orthopedics
Safe Handling Techniques When Treating A Child With Osteogenesis Imperfecta
January 19, 2016
Can you tell us what is the best way to lift a small child or infant with osteogenesis imperfecta? Read More
Coding to Purpose
January 12, 2016
Can you discuss what it means to "code to purpose" when billing a patient after treatment? Read More
Documenting Cues and Skilled Services
January 5, 2016
Does documenting lets say "verbal cues" justify skilled services in treatment notes? Read More
Molded and Aggressive Contoured Seating Systems With Bariatric Clients
December 29, 2015
Why are molded and aggressive contoured seating systems not recommended for bariatric clients? Read More