Course Code: REL-RTS-0-MPAGPT
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Examine at least three documentation requirements related to the provision of therapy services in skilled nursing and home health.
Identify how to use your documentation to demonstrate the skilled need and value of therapy, including the use of concurrent and group therapy.
Determine what services are covered by Medicare Part A and the requirements to qualify for care in post-acute settings.
Define reasonable, necessary, and skilled therapy intervention, including rehabilitation and maintenance intervention.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Medicare Rules and Regulations
Medicare Programs
Medicare Benefit Policy Manual
Coverage Determinations
Medicare Part A Coverage
Review
Summary
Section 3: Physical Therapy Services Covered Under Part A
Covered Therapy Services
What Is Reasonable?
What Is Necessary?
Review
Documentation of Skilled Services
Therapy Delivery Options
Maintenance Therapy
Review
Summary
Section 4: Medicare Therapy Documentation Requirements
Elements of Documentation
Patient Diagnosis
Initial Evaluation
Certification of the Plan of Care
Functional Goal Setting
Treatment Notes
Progress Notes
Discharge Summaries
Appropriate Application of Words
Clear Communication Through Documentation
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
ReferencesSubject Matter Expert: Brian Merck, MPT.
Brian holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Exercise and Sports Science and a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Western Carolina University. He has more than 20 years of experience working as a physical therapist across the Healthcare spectrum including outpatient, SNF, acute care and home health settings. Brian enjoys utilizing his years of experience and clinical knowledge to not only update and expand research for therapists but also to improve the quality of services provided.
Writer: Wendy Phillips, PT, BSPT
Wendy holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University in Biology, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Florida A&M University. She has more than 25 years of experience working as a Physical Therapist in multiple care settings, including acute care, inpatient rehab, independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and outpatient orthopedics. Wendy has a strong manual therapy background and has completed additional training in McConnell taping, geriatric care, McKenzie MDT, Maitland Mobilizations for the joints and spine. She is most passionate about using her manual skills to improve mobility and reduce pain in individuals of all ages. As a Lead Physical Therapy writer for Relias, Wendy enjoys being able to combine her clinical knowledge with her interest in research and staying up-to-date with changes and advances in the field of rehabilitation.
Reviewer: Ann Elsasser-Root PT, DPT
Ann Elsasser-Root holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Pittsburgh. She is a Geriatric Clinical Specialist with experience in multiple care settings, including skilled nursing, independent living, inpatient rehab, and outpatient orthopedic and neurology. Ann is most passionate about treating older adults to improve their quality of life and maximize functional independence. As a curriculum designer for Relias, she enjoys combining her clinical knowledge with her interest in research and staying up-to-date with changes and advances in the field of rehabilitation.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Basic level Physical Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.