Physical therapy, at times overlooked in the realm of healthcare, plays a vital role in saving healthcare costs. This specialized form of healthcare focuses on improving mobility, reducing pain, and enhancing the overall quality of life for patients. By addressing these issues proactively, physical therapy can prevent more expensive interventions, Read more…
**Update: Effective Aug 1st, UHC reversed their decision to require a POC, but has kept their decision to require “time in / time out”. The rest of the article will state the original announcement. UnitedHealthcare (UHC) has revised their Habilitation and Rehabilitation Therapy (Occupational, Physical and Speech) medical policy for Read more…
Therapists frequently ask, “how many goals should I create, and am I doing it correctly?” The answer is not a one-size-fits-all solution. However, by following some guidelines, you can ensure that you meet the standards of insurance companies and your professional license. Goal setting is a critical step in customizing Read more…
If a Medicare patient’s care goes beyond the annual threshold (in 2023 $2,230 for PT and speech and $2,230 for OT), your claim must have the kx modifiers applied on each claim line that exceeds the threshold. We often get asked the question “what do I have to put in Read more…
We’re excited to announce our first of four Webinars for 2023 featuring the most respected compliance expert in the physical therapy industry, Rick Gawenda. This one-hour session will cover how the following compliance elements may be impacting your practice: You’ll receive and in-depth review of what each of these compliance Read more…
Setting Goals in Your Therapy Documentation: Audit Pitfalls and Recommendations By: Cheryl “Chae” Dimapasoc Canon, PT, DPT; OptimisPT Director of Implementation and Compliance Setting goals within the initial evaluation is a place where many therapists get “stuck” as they try to ensure they satisfy the stringent requirements set by the Read more…