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The PDPM Journey: Implementation, Adaptation, and Future of Value-Based Care for Therapists
Presented by Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS, RAC-CT
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #5013Level: Introductory2 Hours
This comprehensive course explores the evolution of CMS payment structures, focusing on the transition from RUGs IV to PDPM and its impact on therapy services. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of PDPM implementation, upcoming changes, and its relationship to value-based care, equipping them with practical skills to adapt their therapy delivery models in this changing healthcare landscape.

Where Are We Going Wrong - Transitions and Advocacy for the Older Adult: Achieving Positive Outcomes
Presented by Nick Panaro, PT, DPT, Christine Childers, PT, PhD
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #4980Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course will promote deep thought and discussion about patient advocacy for older adults using real-life scenarios. It will examine what the PT profession should be doing at student, academic, clinical, and management levels to emphasize positive versus negative patient outcomes.

Pain And Symptom Management For The Allied Health Professional
Presented by Susan Holmes-Walker, PhD, RN
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Course: #5068Level: Intermediate2 Hours
The different types of pain, the symptoms related to each category, and the challenges of treating chronic pain will be discussed in this course. Participants will increase their understanding of pain categories and learn non-pharmacological options to create an individualized, multimodal pain management plan.

Medicare and Maintenance: The Role of Home Health Physical Therapy
Presented by Chris Chimenti, MSPT
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #4970Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Despite the pervasive theme of coverage for maintenance services in the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual (Chapter 7 – Home Health Services), many home health physical therapists may overlook this important benefit due to uncertainty, concern for denial, or lack of clarity on how to apply the associated standards to patient care. This course is designed to inform Home Health Physical Therapists on compliant implementation of maintenance services through a clear description of the guidelines and application to real-life clinical scenarios.

How to Identify and Support Overwhelmed Caregivers For Improved Patient Outcomes and Rehospitalization Rates
Presented by Julie Crenshaw, PT, DPT, GCS
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #5017Level: Introductory2 Hours
Review of the impact of the caregiver role on quality of life measures for both the caregiver and patient. Examine the impact of improved caregiver support and education on patient care and outcomes, including rehospitalization rates and wider monetary implications for healthcare organizations. Discover resources that can help to identify caregivers who may have an increased need for education or support. Discuss several ways therapists can incorporate caregiver support in a comprehensive model of care, and we will wrap the session with an open discussion of practical and ethical considerations for physical therapists.

How to Establish a Successful Restorative Aide Program in Long Term Care
Presented by Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS, RAC-CT
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #4962Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course will focus explores the implementation and development of restorative nursing programming in long term care with special focus on impacting quality measures. We will discuss overcoming common barriers, as well as techniques to continue to refine and develop programming to impact patient outcomes.

GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications: What Healthcare Providers Should Know!
Presented by Scott Cheatham, PT, DPT, PhD, OCS, ATC, CSCS
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #4952Level: Advanced2 Hours
The GLP-1 medications have become a popular treatment for individuals with type II diabetes or obesity. Healthcare providers must understand these medications, including the benefits, adverse effects, and contraindications. For some individuals, these medications can have consequences such as loss of lean mass loss, which can affect their function, health, and longevity. This presentation will provide an evidence-based update on this topic.

From Accident to Ambulance: Emergency Action Plans for the Injured Athlete
Presented by John Boudreaux, EdD, PT, LAT, ATC, SCS
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #4875Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Emergency management of injuries in sport should be handled by a trained medical professional. An emergency action plan (EAP) is necessary for any school or university with venues where athletes exercise. An emergency action plan should be specific to your organization, venues, resources, and personnel. Sports medicine professionals must be competent in developing, implementing, and reviewing EAPs to protect athletes and reduce liability for the individual healthcare professional and institution. The instructor will provide an overarching review of the literature regarding the management of establishing emergency action plans to allow the participant to become proficient in establishing procedures and identifying personnel and resources to create EAPs.

Optimizing the Measures: Advanced Utilization and Strategies to Ensure Sustainability for Outcome Measures
Presented by Christopher Curran, PT, DPT, NCS, CBIS
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #4950Level: Advanced2 Hours
Recent research reveals a continued lack of outcome measure utilization in the clinic despite efforts from the APTA over the last ten years. This course will explore barriers to the sustainability of outcome measure programs in the clinic and discuss recent evidence demonstrating the power of outcome measures regarding prognosis, plan of care, and clinician decision-making for the stroke population.

Neonatal Hydrotherapy and Therapeutic Bathing in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #4947Level: Introductory2 Hours
To a newborn, neonatal units appear exceedingly loud, astonishingly bright, unbelievably chaotic and intermittently painful. Providers do everything they can to maximize the peace and comfort of their charges, but only so much can be done. So, any technique which can reduce pain, decrease physical stressors, induce sleep, and increase hunger and the tendency to suck…. all without robbing the infant of energy, is like a gift from the NICU gods. Enter Neonatal Hydrotherapy and Therapeutic Bathing.

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