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Staying Ahead of Regulatory Changes: A Must for Therapy Managers
August 28, 2024
Categories: Fall Conference, Therapy Business
Staying current with regulatory changes is crucial for therapy managers. These professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring that their organizations remain compliant with the latest regulations, which is essential for providing high-quality care and avoiding potential penalties. As we approach the NARA Fall Conference, it’s an opportune time to discuss why staying informed about regulatory updates is vital for future planning and how the conference can help.
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Physical Therapy vs Occupational Therapy vs Physiotherapy
March 21, 2023
Categories: Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy, Therapy Business, Therapy Treatment
The three different fields of therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy can oftentimes overlap, and it may be difficult to differentiate them. There are a few key differences that can help you determine the different fields; we are going to share those with you today!
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Telemedicine Rules and What Telemedicine "visits" are Available for Therapists
March 18, 2020
Categories: Compliance, Coronavirus, COVID-19, eVisits, HIPAA, National Emergency, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Regulatory Issues, Speech Language Pathology
As we at NARA traverse the best and the worst of times, we step back to look at the unfolding news that hopefully offers an opportunity to use to view this as one of the best of time.
Telemedicine Rules
CMS announced today during the White House COVID-19 Task Force a number of important initiatives related to “telehealth”. This update is to provide key facts, and help NARA members prepare to offer services to Medicare beneficiaries consistent... Read More
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How Neurological Disorders Can Benefit from Physical Therapy
May 24, 2018
Categories: Education, Therapy Business, Therapy Programs, Therapy Treatment
Neurological disorders are diseases that affect millions of Americans, slowly taking away muscle function and independence. We’re talking about disorders like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and strokes. While being diagnosed with one of these conditions can be scary, often times a comprehensive rehabilitation programs can improve function, range of motion, and independence. But before starting your therapy, it’s important that you know how each of these conditions can... Read More
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Industry Outlook and Trends in 2018
December 29, 2017
Categories: General, Therapy Business
With a new year comes new opportunities! As 2018 quickly approaches, what better time to start planning and thinking about the future for the therapy industry. Take a look at these top three outlooks and trends for 2018.
Technology: Technological advancements have no sign of slowing down as 2018 arrives. Between the technology used to treat patients, online portal options and enhanced security for electronic medical records, you can find yourself outdated... Read More
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Your Guide to HIPAA Compliance and Social Media
November 29, 2017
Categories: Best Practices, Compliance, Therapy Business
The use of social media isn’t even a question anymore, it’s engrained in the way most people live their lives. As the role of social media grows within the healthcare arena, it’s important to utilize, but how do you ensure you’re HIPAA compliant when doing so? Here are 10 tips for social media compliance.
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Is a Patient Loyalty Program Right for You?
November 17, 2017
Categories: Patient Engagement, Therapy Business
Loyalty programs aren’t just for retail or grocery stores anymore. These types of programs are popping up in the healthcare industry as a way to help retain current patients. Patients now have the ability to swap doctors with ease, so it’s no surprise providers are looking for creative ways to keep their patients coming back. Read how a loyalty program could work for your practice.
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Tips to Help Market Your Therapy Practice
September 15, 2017
Categories: Best Practices, Therapy Business
In a growing world of social media advertising and traditional campaigns, it can be hard to keep up with the ever changing marketing techniques. Thankfully, the professionals at NARA have compiled their top tips and tricks to market your therapy practice to potential clients.
1.Billboards
Billboards are a great way to reach a wide variety of people. They are seen all day and night by all ages driving down the road. This means that not just... Read More
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5 Ways to Share Your Industry Knowledge
July 13, 2017
Categories: General, Therapy Business, Therapy Career
Today, everyone has a wealth of knowledge that we want to tap into. However, finding ways to do that can be tricky. That’s why here at NARA, we created this handy list of ways you can share your industry knowledge and gain some on the way, too!
Special Interest Groups
Once every quarter, we host virtual meetings to give members the opportunity to connect with other rehabilitation professionals who work in the same field. You are able to discuss current... Read More
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2017 Regulatory Trends for Skilled Nursing Facilities and Rehab Providers
May 31, 2017
Categories: ACA, Articles, Legislation, News, Regulatory Issues, Therapy Business
by Rita Cole, SLP, Clinical Director at Optima Healthcare Solutions
Several regulatory issues and trends that have an impact on the health care industry, specifically on Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and rehabilitation providers, are currently in the spotlight on Capitol Hill. Though these regulations will have a direct impact on SNFs, therapy providers will also be affected, so it’s important for all therapy providers to be aware of the implications.
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