Orthopedic Physical Therapy: What Does It Mean?

Orthopedic Physical Therapy: What Does It Mean?

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…

The Superbill: A Supercharged Guide for Physical Therapists

The Superbill: A Supercharged Guide for Physical Therapists

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…

New Technology in Healthcare: Where Rehab Therapy Thrives

New Technology in Healthcare: Where Rehab Therapy Thrives

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…

Honoring Important ‘Helpers’ During Occupational Therapy Month

Honoring Important ‘Helpers’ During Occupational Therapy Month

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…

12 Scheduling Best Practices for Rehab Therapists

12 Scheduling Best Practices for Rehab Therapists

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…

Benefits of Cloud Based Services in Healthcare

Benefits of Cloud Based Services in Healthcare

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…

Essential Guide: Medicare Progress Notes Requirements for PT & OT Success

Essential Guide: Medicare Progress Notes Requirements for PT & OT Success

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…

Concierge Physical Therapy: The Growing Phenomenon

Concierge Physical Therapy: The Growing Phenomenon

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…