Audio Conference - August 4, 2010 - Practice Management Strategies: Documentation, Coding and Billing for Aquatic Physical Therapy
Presenter: Helene Fearon, PT
Course description:
Payment policy is changing as quickly as it is implemented, what seems to be on a daily basis. All rehab settings, inpatient as well as outpatient, are challenged by this difficult reimbursement environment. This section-sponsored audio-conference includes topics covering practice management scenario’s specific to aquatic physical therapy clinical services. Content will cover payment policy, regulation and compliance issues related to the current billing of and payment for aquatic physical therapy. This content will be in the context of clinical scenarios and how to best report the clinical service to a third party to support medical necessity as well as best reflect the clinician’s clinical decision making.
Audio Conference - September 30, 2010 - Wound Care Issues in the Aquatic Environment
Presenter: Melissa Johnson
Course description:
More details to come...
Aquatic Therapy Summit 2010
The Aquatic Physical Therapy Section of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) will hold its summit in conjunction with the World Aquatic Health Conference (WAHC), October 6-8, 2010 in Colorado Springs, CO. The collaboration brings together two leading organizations who spotlight the unique properties of the aquatic environment to enhance health.
Don't miss these sessions sponsored by the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section
Be sure to reserve your room before June 1st. Space is limited this year.
If you haven't attended a WAHC before, this year promises to deliver enough research and results to make your head swim!
The Aquatic Physical Therapy Section of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) will hold its summit in conjunction with the WAHC, October 6-8, 2010. The collaboration brings together two leading organizations who spotlight the unique properties of the aquatic environment to enhance health.
6 symposia feature over 40 seminars and speakers over 2 days, plus a Poster Session. Click here for details on the seminars and speakers.
Early bird registration ends June 1st. Register for the conference. Paid conference registrants who stay within the NSPF room block at the Antlers Hilton for a minimum of two nights, will be provided with complimentary continental breakfasts and buffet lunches on October 7-8.
Even if you haven't registered for the conference, be sure to reserve your hotel room. The discounted conference rate is $139 per night plus applicable taxes. Mention Group Code NSPF10 to receive the discounted conference rate. Don't wait. Space is limited this year.
PT 2010, the Annual Conference and Exposition of APTA, is the national event for physical therapy. Join us at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston to:
Engage in extraordinary programming from nationally and internationally recognized experts
If you have an event related to Aquatic Physical Therapy, please send details here: aquaticsPT@apta.org
CD: Lumbar Stabilization: Using Evidence to Link Land and Pool Exercise
A 90-Minute Audio-Conference
By the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section
of the American Physical Therapy Association
Presented by
By Beth Scalone, PT, DPT, OCS, Owner, North County Water
and Sports Therapy Center, San Diego, Calif.
Course description:
The primary goal of a lumbar stabilization exercise program is to facilitate
function to control, prevent or eliminate symptoms. Progressive exercises are performed to restore
the body's ability to transfer loads and perform movements that are smooth and effortless. Aquatic
therapy is an intervention frequently utilized in reaching these goals. This course will present the three
phases of lumbar stabilization linking aquatic exercise with land-based progressions. Applicable
research will be discussed to assist the therapist in making evidence based clinical decisions regarding
lumbar stabilization exercises.
CD: Aquatics and Osteoarthritis:
Pre and Post-Surgical Strategies
A 90-Minute Audio-Conference on CD
By the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section
of the American Physical Therapy Association
Presented by
Doreen Stiskal, PT, PhD, Seton Hall University Chair,
Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health and Medical Sciences
Course description:
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a widespread chronic disease characterized by joint pain,
stiffness and reduced physical function. Progression of OA can profoundly affect musculoskeletal tissues,
resulting in impairments that impede movement and the ability to engage in physical activity. Research
indicates exercise on land and water can reduce the effects of hip and knee arthritis. Specifically, aquatic
exercises and activities performed in warm water provide an excellent alternative to interventions that
otherwise may overload damaged joints. For some individuals, exercise and other non-pharmacological
strategies fail to improve quality of life. Thus, joint replacement surgery is advocated. Aquatic physical therapy
in the early stages of post-operative plan of care facilitates improvements in strength and function when
coupled with land-based therapy, yet long-term outcomes do not support the need for this care. This multi-level session will highlight therapeutic interventions and community programs that can address the functional
impairments and quality of life associated with OA.
