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In your original e-mail you asked about private payor and Medicare, so I thought you were getting all of your reports signed, but your follow-up sounds like it is more geared to Medicare. For Medicare, we of course need a physician signature. It wi

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I couldn't tell you the specific method of APTA review for the groups/vendors it " endorses " , but I would tend to bet it is quite a bit more stringent than those it " allows as vendors " . In either case if a member has concerns I am sure that AP

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I seem to be getting bombarded this week with bogus e-mails containing viruses. No harm done because our system catches these and cleans them up before they ever get to my mailbox. However, a couple of these seem to be targeted at healthcare provid

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So you are saying that if I want to spread a virus I just need to change the subject line? Sorry, couldn't help it. Jim <///><

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I have been sending a speech therapist into a school for the past few months and recently had one of the directors try to hire her as an inhouse person. I almost discontinued our relationship with the school but the director assured me this would no

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Can a patient be seen as an acute patient, in the morning, be transferred to Long Term Care facility that afternoon, and then be evaluated and billed each treatment given the same day? Regards, Charolette

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I am seeking information about meeting the CARF standard for Recreation Therapy in hospital based acute rehab facilities. I am unclear as to the qualifications of the recreation therapy provider. Also, may a rec therapy provider screen for the need f

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I have been asked by my industrial company to explore the possibility of providing employees with custom made orthotics as part of the company's personal protective equipment (PPE). Similar to providing employees with eye protection, ear protection,

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Members, Can you respond to the following: 1. DME for inpatient and outpatient- Do you issue DME equipment? If so, how or do you charge? 2. What restrictions or considerations are implied in the absence of a " DME " license for the delivery of y

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While this may seem hypothetical it actually does occur in the clinical setting with therapists. While medical ethics can vary base on opinion I feel that this case is fairly straight forward. Kunkel MSPT Instructor

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We have been using the same incident report for the last eight years or so with no changes. We use this form to record when patients, staff, visitors have any type of accident on our property or in our facility. Our insurance carrier didn't have any

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I've had some experience with the MedX and like most things in healthcare, it is not a cure all. This guys website is a joke and hypocritical if you read the FAQ's. He bashes healthclubs and PT clinics stating our equipment will not work but also s

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The best place for reference would be the Ethics Code for your state practice act. Hall PT Director of Outpatient Therapy UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas The information in this e-mail may be confidential and/or privileged. This e-mail is i

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To all Listserve members who have a therapeutic pool - I need to find out who cares for the pool in your facility. Do you have an engineering department who takes care of some or all of the maintenance, an outside company, or your own staff. If you

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Hello group. I have a question as to where to access the laws and rules governing the practice of physical therapy in the state of Michigan...and references to the government web sites etc. would be greatly appreciated! Kathy Kathy Orra RN,

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> The > patient sees OT and PT, a PTA who is older and a COTA who is older say they will > do not want to treat this patient do to their feeling that the patient is too > much for them to handle. By " too much for them to handle " do you mean it

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This may be a topic that has been covered before, but I would like some help regarding the time frame for a MD to sign a dictated evaluation in the OP setting. Is there a specific medicare or private payer guideline for signatures (i.e. 24 hours, 7

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Protocols: I always have the fear that in a protocol dominated culture, the thought process of the professional can be down played. Granted, some 'protocols' are not truly 'protocol' in the dictionary sense. The consist of a list of guidelines, pr

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I need information on how other departments handle DNRs and Living Wills in their outpatient departments. How do you get access to this information? We are finding that patients often make these decisions with physicians in their clinic, and do not

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Is there a subsection specialty in the orthopedic section for pain and chronic pain?? Steve Marcum PT Kentucky

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I am wondering how other clinics are scheduling. 1) How long do you allow for evaluations? 2) How long do you allow for treatments? Are the clinicians allowed to determine length of treatment or is it set at 30, 45 or 60 minute blocks? 3) How are i

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Well, the scenario you describe is very concerning on multiple levels. Not just because I am directly effected as a private PT but as a consumer of medical treatment. This is my body and my families body which is important to me. More than you know.

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OUCH. - Simonetti, DPT Chestertown, MD > If you are a PT working in a physicians office, I am willing to bet > that it won't be too long before they realize you are expendable and then where > will you be? Actually, you will be lying in t

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Joe, I started an outpatient clinic in a health club one year ago, and all has gone very well. I'm seeing an average of 6 pts a day, just started TV and radio ads, and look to hire additional help in the next 6-8 months. If you want to talk more, le

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Dear List serve, I am a new participant with PT manager and have appreciated your information. I am a co-owner of a small PT/OT practice. My questions are: What format are employers using for employee evaluations? Do you have employees fill out

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In your original e-mail you asked about private payor and Medicare, so I thought you were getting all of your reports signed, but your follow-up sounds like it is more geared to Medicare. For Medicare, we of course need a physician signature. It wi

I couldn't tell you the specific method of APTA review for the groups/vendors it " endorses " , but I would tend to bet it is quite a bit more stringent than those it " allows as vendors " . In either case if a member has concerns I am sure that AP

I seem to be getting bombarded this week with bogus e-mails containing viruses. No harm done because our system catches these and cleans them up before they ever get to my mailbox. However, a couple of these seem to be targeted at healthcare provid

So you are saying that if I want to spread a virus I just need to change the subject line? Sorry, couldn't help it. Jim <///><

I have been sending a speech therapist into a school for the past few months and recently had one of the directors try to hire her as an inhouse person. I almost discontinued our relationship with the school but the director assured me this would no

Can a patient be seen as an acute patient, in the morning, be transferred to Long Term Care facility that afternoon, and then be evaluated and billed each treatment given the same day? Regards, Charolette

I am seeking information about meeting the CARF standard for Recreation Therapy in hospital based acute rehab facilities. I am unclear as to the qualifications of the recreation therapy provider. Also, may a rec therapy provider screen for the need f

I have been asked by my industrial company to explore the possibility of providing employees with custom made orthotics as part of the company's personal protective equipment (PPE). Similar to providing employees with eye protection, ear protection,

Members, Can you respond to the following: 1. DME for inpatient and outpatient- Do you issue DME equipment? If so, how or do you charge? 2. What restrictions or considerations are implied in the absence of a " DME " license for the delivery of y

While this may seem hypothetical it actually does occur in the clinical setting with therapists. While medical ethics can vary base on opinion I feel that this case is fairly straight forward. Kunkel MSPT Instructor

We have been using the same incident report for the last eight years or so with no changes. We use this form to record when patients, staff, visitors have any type of accident on our property or in our facility. Our insurance carrier didn't have any

I've had some experience with the MedX and like most things in healthcare, it is not a cure all. This guys website is a joke and hypocritical if you read the FAQ's. He bashes healthclubs and PT clinics stating our equipment will not work but also s

The best place for reference would be the Ethics Code for your state practice act. Hall PT Director of Outpatient Therapy UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas The information in this e-mail may be confidential and/or privileged. This e-mail is i

To all Listserve members who have a therapeutic pool - I need to find out who cares for the pool in your facility. Do you have an engineering department who takes care of some or all of the maintenance, an outside company, or your own staff. If you

Hello group. I have a question as to where to access the laws and rules governing the practice of physical therapy in the state of Michigan...and references to the government web sites etc. would be greatly appreciated! Kathy Kathy Orra RN,

> The > patient sees OT and PT, a PTA who is older and a COTA who is older say they will > do not want to treat this patient do to their feeling that the patient is too > much for them to handle. By " too much for them to handle " do you mean it

This may be a topic that has been covered before, but I would like some help regarding the time frame for a MD to sign a dictated evaluation in the OP setting. Is there a specific medicare or private payer guideline for signatures (i.e. 24 hours, 7

Protocols: I always have the fear that in a protocol dominated culture, the thought process of the professional can be down played. Granted, some 'protocols' are not truly 'protocol' in the dictionary sense. The consist of a list of guidelines, pr

I need information on how other departments handle DNRs and Living Wills in their outpatient departments. How do you get access to this information? We are finding that patients often make these decisions with physicians in their clinic, and do not

Is there a subsection specialty in the orthopedic section for pain and chronic pain?? Steve Marcum PT Kentucky

I am wondering how other clinics are scheduling. 1) How long do you allow for evaluations? 2) How long do you allow for treatments? Are the clinicians allowed to determine length of treatment or is it set at 30, 45 or 60 minute blocks? 3) How are i

Well, the scenario you describe is very concerning on multiple levels. Not just because I am directly effected as a private PT but as a consumer of medical treatment. This is my body and my families body which is important to me. More than you know.

OUCH. - Simonetti, DPT Chestertown, MD > If you are a PT working in a physicians office, I am willing to bet > that it won't be too long before they realize you are expendable and then where > will you be? Actually, you will be lying in t

Joe, I started an outpatient clinic in a health club one year ago, and all has gone very well. I'm seeing an average of 6 pts a day, just started TV and radio ads, and look to hire additional help in the next 6-8 months. If you want to talk more, le

Dear List serve, I am a new participant with PT manager and have appreciated your information. I am a co-owner of a small PT/OT practice. My questions are: What format are employers using for employee evaluations? Do you have employees fill out

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