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The Power of Secure Messaging and Electronic Alerts

With the advancements in social media sites and communication over facebook, twitter, email, and texting, what is professional and effiecient for your clinic?

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New York State, Physical Therapy and High Co-Pays

5 things that you can do to fight high co-pays.

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LEGISLATION WOULD ELIMINATE “CAP” ON PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES

Legislation introduced today would permanently repeal the $1,870 therapy "cap" imposed on Medicare physical therapy payments.

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Groupon for non-professional revenue?

Besides the legal issues with using Groupon, what are some of the business considerations?

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Cash-Based PT Practices?

With all of the uncertainties in the changing healthcare system, should we switch to a cash-based practice? Is it even legal to only accept cash if everyone is forced to buy insurance?

Philippines appeal FSBPT ban on exam

Last month, the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) suspended licensure test for graduates of Philippines, Egypt, India and Pakistan.

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Note Compliance

CMS requires all notes contain (1) date, (2) time, (3) authentication and (4) legibility. Are your notes compliant?

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Dozens of Health and Preventative Screenings Approved by Washington

New rules for Insurance companies, approved by the White House yesterday, outlines no co-payments and deductibles for the following preventative visits: screenings for blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, cancer, depression, routine vaccinations, prenatal care, and regular wellness for infants and children.