Caregiver training CPT codes: Top questions answered
By
Renee Kinder
Dec 07, 2023
As a writer for McKnight’s, I find nothing more gratifying than when I receive questions from readers seeking more clarification and guidance after a blog. We came to you at the beginning of November...
Expanded coverage for caregiver training in final physician fee schedule cheered
By
Kimberly Marselas
Nov 15, 2023
Provider groups and therapists are hailing a new and broader-than-expected opportunity to bill for caregiver training under codes finalized in the 2024 physician fee schedule.
Caregiver training CPT codes finalized for CY 2024
By
Renee Kinder
Nov 09, 2023
In July we were pleased to share that the CY 2024 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule held exciting news for therapists and caregivers. These have now officially been finalized for use beginning...
Dream big: Supporting the next generation of therapists
By
Renee Kinder
Oct 26, 2023
Do you ever have a recurrent dream? One that comes up every so often but in the moment seems to be on repeat. One I have had for the past 20 years goes something like this … I am ready to graduate, walk...
The job we get to do: A glimpse into the world of skilled nursing therapists
By
Renee Kinder
Oct 12, 2023
In meetings recently I heard perspective from a colleague about the “job we get to do” as rehab professionals who are entrusted with caring for our patients — who are not just patients. They...
Judge denies monitor for embattled NY nursing home
By
Jessica R. Towhey
Oct 25, 2023
A New York judge will not name independent monitors for an embattled nursing home, saying the state attorney general’s request was “unwarranted at this juncture.”
More training, advocacy needed as Medicare denials continue — 10 years after Jimmo case
By
Kimberly Marselas
Sep 29, 2023
Ten years after a landmark court case determined patients do not need to regain function to maintain access to skilled nursing care and therapy services, advocates warn that elderly patients and those...
Celebrate the value of physical therapy this October
By
Renee Kinder
Sep 28, 2023
Every October the industry celebrates National Physical Therapy Month (NPTM) to raise awareness with consumers about the many benefits of physical therapy. This focus allows all of us the opportunity...
New Year’s resolution or rehab bucket list? What is your 2022 approach?
By
Renee Kinder
Jan 06, 2022
2022 is here. Can you believe it? Just today I had a colleague ask me, with a smile, “What is your resolution?” I thought and tried to come up with something clever… “Honestly, I have got nothing,...
No place like community: Discharge planning beyond the PHE
By
Renee Kinder
Feb 02, 2023
There is no better way to start the week and the slew of incoming emails than with a great belly laugh. One of the first messages in my inbox Monday elicited exactly such a response… It stated, “I’ve...