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About our Audio CDs
Audio CDs include a complete audio recording on compact disk (CD) of the presentation, as well as a printed copy of the conference handout. The audio recording is typically provided in an mp3 or wav file. The CD plays on most modern stereo systems and computers. It does not include computer audio software, which is installed on most newer computer systems.
Unless otherwise noted for a specific presentation, the presentation is provided on one (1) CD.
Continuing Education Credit
HPA does not provide continuing education certificates for these audio-conference CDs, however, your state licensure may allow credits for this education activity. You will need to contact the agency in your state handling your professional licensure in order to determine whether or not credit is available. Course content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner’s license or regulation. Clinical continuing education should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
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Medicare Changes for the Skilled Nursing Facility Environment
This item includes an audio recording (on CD) of a live audio presentation on November 8, 2011, as well as a copy of the handout.
Course Description
In October 2011, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will implement new rules that will significantly impact rehabilitation services in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). These changes will only add to the already complicated method by which therapy services are recorded on the Minimum Data Set (MDS). Providers and therapists may be required to make considerable changes to the way they document and coordinate care.
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Documenting Therapy Services for Med. Review Part 1
This item includes an audio recording (on CD) of a live audio presentation on June 15, 2011, as well as a copy of the handout.
Course Description
Therapy services continue to be on the audit radar for various Medicare medical review entities. Learn from an experienced Medicare medical reviewer, who also happens to be a physical therapist, how to document more effectively. Understanding how a medical reviewer makes coverage determinations will help you document the key points in supporting medical necessity and the skilled nature of therapy services.
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$169.00
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Documenting Therapy Services for Med. Review Part 2
This item includes an audio recording (on CD) of a live audio presentation on June 29, 2011, as well as a copy of the handout.
Course Description
Therapy services continue to be on the audit radar for various Medicare medical review entities. Learn from an experienced Medicare medical reviewer, who also happens to be a physical therapist, how to document more effectively. Understanding how a medical reviewer makes coverage determinations will help you document the key points in supporting medical necessity and the skilled nature of therapy services.
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2008 Coding & Payment Update (January 22, 2008)
Recording of live 90-minute audio conference presented Jan. 22, 2008 on 2 audio CDs. Includes hard copy of handout.
Description
This 90-minute audio conference will cover updates on the outpatient therapy rules pertaining to certifications / recertifications, qualification standards for therapists and assistants, payment under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, and the outpatient therapy cap for 2008. In addition, the audio conference will explain the rationale for the use of some of the more confusing CPT codes such as the splinting//strapping codes, orthotic and prosthetic codes, physical performance test, and manual muscle testing and range of motion codes. The presenter will also review and explain the 8 new CPT codes and discuss the PQRI measures applicable to physical therapists in the private practice setting
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$169.00
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Documenting Therapy Services for Med. Review Part 1
This item includes an audio recording (on CD) of a live audio presentation on June 15, 2011, as well as a copy of the handout.
Course Description
Therapy services continue to be on the audit radar for various Medicare medical review entities. Learn from an experienced Medicare medical reviewer, who also happens to be a physical therapist, how to document more effectively. Understanding how a medical reviewer makes coverage determinations will help you document the key points in supporting medical necessity and the skilled nature of therapy services.
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Non Member Price:
$169.00
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$129.00
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Documenting Therapy Services for Med. Review Part 2
This item includes an audio recording (on CD) of a live audio presentation on June 29, 2011, as well as a copy of the handout.
Course Description
Therapy services continue to be on the audit radar for various Medicare medical review entities. Learn from an experienced Medicare medical reviewer, who also happens to be a physical therapist, how to document more effectively. Understanding how a medical reviewer makes coverage determinations will help you document the key points in supporting medical necessity and the skilled nature of therapy services.
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$149.00
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Establishing a Culturally Competent Physical Therapy Practice: Considering Joint Commission and HHS CLAS Standards (November 11, 2008)
Recording of live 90-minute audio conference presented Nov. 11, 2008 on 1 audio CD. Includes hard copy of handout.
Description
Physical therapy practices are facing the challenge of meeting the needs of an increasingly diverse patient population and accrediting bodies are beginning to provide direction and standards. In 2001, the Department of Health and Human Services put forth National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services in Health Care (CLAS), providing health care institutions with 14 standards for providing culturally and linguistically appropriate care.
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Evidence-Based Recruitment and Retention Practices in Health Care (August 19, 2008)
Recording of live 120-minute audio conference presented Aug. 19, 2008 on 1 audio CD. Includes hard copy of handout.
Description
A healthy, productive workforce is directly related to bottom-line organizational results. In healthcare, attention to attracting, developing, and retaining this workforce is vital since the bottom line not only translates into dollars but, more importantly, impacts the quality of people’s lives. Sadly, the healthcare industry has one of the most tumultuous relationships with its workforce resulting in higher rates of turnover than ever before. Although some factors that contribute to turnover are not under the control of managers, many interventions can still be implemented to address the problem.
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Fiscal Year 2010 Updates/Changes to IRF and SNF Rules
Recording of live 60-minute audio conference presented September 9, 2009 on 1 audio CD. Includes hard copy of handout.
Description
This audio conference will discuss changes in rules and regulations pertaining to the IRF and SNF Part A setting.
Intended audience: All therapy disciplines, including assistants, as well as hospital and SNF administrators, managers, supervisors, nursing home administrators, and rehab managers.
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Increasing Chances for Reimbursement - Defensible Documentation Part 1: Evaluation & Re-evaluation (January 13, 2009)
Recording of live 90-minute audio conference presented Jan. 13, 2009 on 1 audio CD. Includes hard copy of handout.
Description
Recent Medicare probe reviews focusing on medical necessity documentation have resulted in high levels of payment denials to therapy providers. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has made several revisions to the rules and regulations pertaining to therapy services over the past 2-3 years. The changes include clearer requirements for key elements of documentation to support the medical necessity for skilled therapy services. These changes may well result in a denial of your claims. This practical course thoroughly reviews Medicare and other 3rd party payer documentation requirements for reimbursement of therapy services.
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Increasing Chances for Reimbursement - Defensible Documentation Part 2: Progress and Discharge Reports, Daily Notes, Certification/Re-certification (March 3, 2009)
Recording of live 90-minute audio conference presented Mar. 3, 2009 on 1 audio CD. Includes hard copy of handout.
Description
Recent Medicare probe reviews focusing on medical necessity documentation have resulted in high levels of payment denials to therapy providers. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has made several revisions to the rules and regulations pertaining to therapy services over the past 2-3 years. The changes include clearer requirements for key elements of documentation to support the medical necessity for skilled therapy services. These changes may well result in a denial of your claims.
This practical course thoroughly reviews Medicare and other 3rd party payer documentation requirements for Progress Reports, Daily Notes, and Discharge Reports. In addition, the course will explain the certification and recertification process for outpatient therapy services provided to Medicare beneficiaries.
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Non Member Price:
$169.00
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Member Price:
$129.00
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Medicare Changes for the Skilled Nursing Facility Environment
This item includes an audio recording (on CD) of a live audio presentation on November 8, 2011, as well as a copy of the handout.
Course Description
In October 2011, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will implement new rules that will significantly impact rehabilitation services in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). These changes will only add to the already complicated method by which therapy services are recorded on the Minimum Data Set (MDS). Providers and therapists may be required to make considerable changes to the way they document and coordinate care.
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Non Member Price:
$169.00
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Member Price:
$129.00
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RACs - The Past, the Present, and the Future: Are You Ready?
Recording of live 90-minute audio conference presented June 29, 2010 on 2 audio CDs. Includes print copy of presentation handout.
Presenter: Rick Gawenda, PT
HPA does not apply to states for CEU approval for audio conferences, however, your state licensing agency many allow credits for this educational activity. If you are not already familiar with the continuing education requirements in your state, you'll need to contact your state licensing agency. HPA is an APPROVED PROVIDER of physical therapy continuing education in the State of New York.
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