Orthopedic physical therapy is expected to experience significant growth in the coming years, driven by an aging population, increased focus on preventive care, and advancements in technology. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects a 14% growth rate for physical therapists, which is much faster than the average of all occupations. This includes…
If you’re a physical or rehab therapist, you’ve likely seen patients who are either self-paying or responsible for out-of-pocket medical expenses. If you haven’t seen one yet, chances are you will sooner than later. When that time comes, the patient will need a superbill to seek appropriate reimbursement from their insurance company. Whether you’re looking…
The healthcare sector is changing rapidly, largely due to advancing technology and expanding patient expectations. These evolutions in technology have opened the door to the use of a plethora of data, offering opportunities for improvement and innovation in patient care and cost savings. New healthcare technology has undoubtedly proven advantageous to many, but not all…
It’s become the norm that, when a tragedy occurs, the social media machine cranks out content meant to comfort or inspire, with images from the scene and sometimes even a quote about the resilience of the people effected. When these things happen, we’re reminded of a line credited to the late Fred Rogers, one you’ve…
Anyone who’s ever handled scheduling in the healthcare industry knows that it’s no easy feat. It’s so much more than simply matching a patient to any available provider. There are several moving pieces involved and factors to consider when building a solid schedule. In healthcare, dropping the ball anywhere along the scheduling process isn’t just…
While cloud-based services in healthcare might seem out of this world, it’s a real thing and it’s growing fast. In the last decade, we’ve witnessed how technology, like telemedicine, has significantly changed the way healthcare organizations collaborate and provide patient care. And yet, we often overlook the digital ecosystem required to manage these new patient…
While social drivers of health (SDOH) may not be on everyone’s mind, SDOH is a key project for the CDC. In fact, in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Health (OASH), Healthy People 2030, SDOH, and health equity and literacy are the three major areas of focus. The five key areas of SDOH are…
Progress notes provide the thread tying together patient documentation by chronicling the patient’s progress and the services the various team members provide. For Medicare, they serve multiple roles. They provide snapshots of the condition – each improvement and each setback. They also indicate the medical necessity of the various treatments. In doing so, they demonstrate…
By Judy Holder, Account Executive, FOTO Analytics, Net Health On a recent call with a client, I heard a new term: ‘Data denial.’ Even though I hadn’t heard it before, I immediately knew what it meant. ‘Data denial’ has been the centerpiece of countless discussions for the 25+ years I have worked with clients utilizing…
Whether you’re starting a physical therapy practice or already have an established business, one thing you can’t overlook is compensation. Most people start with the traditional route, where they enter into contracts with insurance companies. By doing so, they can work with the health plan’s beneficiaries at a set and agreed-upon reimbursement rate. This method…
Registration for Net Health NEXT 2026 Client Conference in Phoenix, AZ is Now Open! | Secure Your Spot