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* identify clinical, legal, or scientific issues related to development and provisions of contraceptive technology or other reproductive services * describe how those issues affect services and patient care * integrate practical solutions to problems and information into daily practices, according to advice from nationally recognized family planning experts * provide practical information that is evidence-based to help clinicians deliver contraceptives sensitively and effectively

You Will Learn Most presentations related to Orthopedics are related to how to accurately perform surgery coding, however, in many practices, revenue from services performed in the office are equal or greater than the revenue from surgeries.This audio will review common services performed in the office. The proper use of modifiers will also be discussed. * How place of service effects reimbursement of Evaluation and Management * When reporting pre-operative visits is allowed ...

**Objectives:** * Identify clinical, legal, or scientific issues related to development and provisions of contraceptive technology or other reproductive services * Describe how those issues affect services and patient care * Integrate practical solutions to problems and information into daily practices, according to advice from nationally recognized family planning experts * Provide practical information that is evidence-based to help clinicians deliver contraceptives sensitively and ...

Improve patient flow, increase efficiency and improve patient satisfaction through coordinated scheduling of all inpatient services.Enhance the patient experience through the effective coordination of all services throughout the enterprise, with a focus on the benefits achieved by inpatient service scheduling for patient-focused, efficient and coordinated care.

The final rule for Consultations will stand. This will change how specialists who report consultations in the inpatient and outpatient setting report services for CMS. The consultation codes, however, have not been deleted and how commercial/third party payers will view them is of valid concern. You Will Learn * How CPT guidelines for Consultations have changed for 2010 * How Consultations differ from Transfer of Care * New CMS (Medicare) guidelines for reporting consultati...

This program will discuss the CMS hospital conditions of participation requirements for dietary and food and nutrition services. It is an important part of the CMS survey an area that has received increased scrutiny. In addition to CMS regulations, the conference will also focus on The Joint Commission provision of care chapter standards and dietary tracer information. The tracer is used to assess and determine the degree of compliance with standards and elements of performance related to nutr...

Providing therapy services under Medicare A in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) is a greatly rewarding experience. However, many therapists and assistants are challenged and intimidated by the numerous rules and regulations that govern the provision of these services. This module is designed to provide a bird’s eye overview of the UPDATED regulations, effective October 1, 2011 that govern the provision of therapy services and provide insight into how the overall payment system works under th...

This course is designed to help you understand the intricacies of the procedural and diagnostic coding systems, documentation, and valuation. You may then accurately diagnose and care for your patients, generate accurate data to improve information about the frequency of developmental and behavioral conditions, and, ultimately, be fairly paid for the services you provide to your patients. This course discusses the coding system from a general pediatrician's perspective and particularly ref...

Intermediate Level: Regardless of your payor source, a therapy plan of care cannot be closed without a proper discharge note. It is the clinician’s final opportunity to justify the services provided, demonstrate progress, and provide closure to the “story” of the patient’s treatment. This course provides the required documentation components of discharge from therapy services, including requirements set by Medicare B, as well as important tips on how to capture medical necessity and sk...

CMS issued new Conditions for Coverage that every freestanding ambulatory surgery center (ASC) must meet if the ambulatory surgery center wants paid for Medicare and Medicaid patients. The standards apply to all patients treated in the ASC including worker comp and patients with commercial insurance. There is a section on both medical staff and nursing staff. However, there are many other sections that affect nursing services and medical staff services.

What exactly are supply chain standards and how does GS1 impact you? Make sure to attend this iQast to find out!Amerinet experts Pat Klancer, senior director of Diagnostix supply chain services, Ben Schollmeier, senior director of data services, and Sue Leasure, director of membership services, will present this informative session geared toward improving your awareness of GS1 Standards in Healthcare.There will be a Q and A session following the presentation. You may submit your questions eith...

Update on Drug Shortages webinar Presented by Erin Fox,PharmD, Manager, Drug Information Services University of Utah 6:00 to 7:30 pm 1.5 Contact Hours Registration is open until 3:00 pm on Wednesday, June 6, 2012. Late registrants will only be permitted if time and space is available. All participants attending the webinar on June 6 will receive live CE credit. The recorded webinar is home study credit Refund requests must be made prior to June 6. All requests must be in writing by ma...

Ambulatory services continue to be a high-growth sector of the health care industry and important contributor to the profitability of most organizations. As more health care shifts to the outpatient setting, possibly driven by health care reform initiatives, ambulatory services are becoming the new frontier for the delivery of patient care. But for health care organizations that have historically focused their resources on high-profile inpatient services, ambulatory services create an entirely...

In this online home study Couples Massage course participants are presented with information related to creating a clear vision of your couples massage practice; a check-list of supplies; information on centering; illustrations of muscles; description of a couples massage workshop and information for couples massage workshop participants. Helpful practice building suggestions for marketing your services are included in the course notebook. This cognitive course does not include technique proto...

After completing this CME module, participants will be able to 1. Identify the Standards of Porfessionalism (SOPs) on Advertising by Orthopaedic Surgeons 2. Explain the implications of the new SOPs on Provding Musculoskeletal Services to Patients on how to treat patients and market services 3. Describe the Professional Compliance Program 4. Discuss the potential for professional compliance action resulting from alleged violations of the SOPs on Advertising by Orthopaedic Surg...

This course will show how to make the documentation for therapy services support the need for medically reasonable and necessary therapy services. The student will learn the requirements set by Medicare B, as well as important tips on how to improve documentation to include medical necessity and skills of the therapist

This course has been approved by the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and is an approved abuse education curriculum to be used as a training tool for Child Abuse mandatory reporter training. IDPH approval #2907. Identifies mandatory reporters of child abuse in Iowa and summarizes the procedures for making such a report. Defines child abuse under Iowa law and reviews in detail the procedures of the Iowa Department of Health Services (DHS). When you finish this course, you will be ...

This online home study course is designed for Licensed Massage Therapists and Texas Licensed Professional Counselors to increase your knowledge regarding working compassionately and effectively with the effects of trauma and post-trauma in your practice. Topics addressed include information regarding finding your personal comfort zone, self care, recognizing the somatic effects of trauma, maintaining appropriate boundaries, establishing trust, centering and grounding skills, effective communi...

Features/Benefits: By the end of this webinar the participants will be able to: * Learn how to successfully work with their local EI office. * Understand how to integrate the option of EI services into their practice and receive reports back from EI. * Learn how to offer EI Services as a resource to parents.

All therapy services provided to a Medicare B beneficiary under their benefit are subject to the scrutiny of Medicare as the payor. Some claims are paid, some are not. This course will assist therapists in understanding how to navigate the appeals and denials processes when a claim for services provided to a Medicare B beneficiary has been denied by the Medicare Approved Contractor (MAC), fiscal intermediary or carrier.

* This online home study Prenatal Massage CE course offers you an opportunity to explore information specifically developed to enhance prenatal comfort, health and enjoyment. * Topics covered in this overview include a check list of supplies for prenatal massage, benefits of prenatal massage, contraindications and precautions, non-technique prelude to a prenatal massage, information regarding high risk pregnancies, an example of a prenatal intake form, prenatal trimester information, benefits...

This course, Ayurvedic Massage, includes topics on the origin and history of Ayurveda; descriptions of Ayurvedic massages, treatments and scrubs; information on the doshas; practice building tips for marketing Ayurvedic massage; and a helpful list of resources for further study. This cognitive course does not include technique protocols directly related to massage therapy or the manipulation of soft tissue; the focus of this course is exclusively related to an overview of Ayurvedic Massage.

* The information in this online home study course notebook offers Licensed Massage Therapists and Licensed Professional Counselors an opportunity to explore the basic principles of pain management in a therapeutic environment. * Research has shown that pain management influences the immune system, the endocrine system, and the cardiovascular system. * Pain management that is part of a growing trend that includes a philosophy based on the concept of total care for the individual - body, mi...

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) is aimed at increasing access to high-quality care while lowering costs and effectively coordinating services across the healthcare continuum. The passing of this legislation has prompted many providers to ask questions regarding the future of healthcare delivery in their communities and how reform will impact their organizations. In an effort to shed light on questions surrounding healthcare reform, this session will focus on background i...

In this online home study Chair Massage course information is provided regarding the benefits of chair massage; the muscles of the neck, back and shoulders; an example of a chair massage sign-in sheet; how to buy a massage chair; location tips for chair massage; and a list of resources for chair massage therapists. Helpful practice building suggestions for marketing your services are included in the course notebook. It is suggested that you participate in an experiential on-site classroom cour...

This online home study Usui Method of Reiki Level Two for massage therapists and licensed professional counselors begins with a review of Reiki Level One. Information is provided regarding the Reiki symbol, Reiki Level Two meditations, Reiki Level Two advanced symbols, information about a Reiki session, non-contact sequences for Reiki sessions, and a list of resources for advanced study. This course is designed as an overview of Reiki. If you wish to become a professional Reiki practitioner, i...

This session will highlight supply chain issues and how information technology is being used to address them. Emerging information technologies that may impact supply chain processes will also be discussed. This is an introductory course targeted at those unfamiliar with how information technology is applied within the supply chain.

* This online home study Neck, Hand and Foot Massage class is designed to increase and expand your knowledge regarding neck, hand and foot massages. * Information is provided regarding a brief history of massage therapy; the benefits of neck, hand and foot massage; indications and contraindications for a neck, hand and foot massage; body mechanics and injury prevention; non-technique prelude to a neck, hand and foot massage; illustrations of the muscles of the head, neck & foot; a list of he...

This online home study course, Usui Method of Reiki Level Three, for massage therapists and licensed professional counselors provides information regarding the Reiki principles, the meaning of Reiki, Reiki session description, benefits of Reiki, Reiki meditations, the Reiki kanji (a pictograph), the seven Reiki symbols in the Usui Reiki system, sequence for a Reiki session (for others), sequence for a Reiki session (for yourself), Shinpiden -Japanese name for the Master Level of Reiki, informa...

In this online home study Aromatherapy course, participants are Aromatherapyintroduced to the fundamentals of Aromatherapy oils and compounds used in popular Aromatherapy. Aromatherapy oils have the potential of being deeply relaxing, uplifting and/or stimulating. The comprehensive course notebook clearly delineates the properties and uses of Aromatherapy essential oils. Information is presented regarding how essential oils work, the general benefits of aromatherapy, the properties of essentia...

Contraception 1410

Orthopedics -How to Accurately Code

Contraception 1409

Pleasing Patients Through Coordination of Services

New Rules for CMS When Reporting Consultations

2011 CMS and TJC Dietary Standards

Documentation Essentials Part 09 -- Medicare Part A in SNFs

Developmental and Behavioral Coding Strategies

Documentation Essentials Part 07 -- Discharge Summaries

CMS ASC Freestanding Conditions for Coverage Series: Medical Staff & Nursing Services

Importance of Supply Chain Standards - What You Need to Know About GS1

Update on Drug Shortages

Finding the Untapped Potential in Ambulatory Programs

Couples Massage - Online CE course for massage therapists and all interested parties

Navigating Competitive Marketplaces: Use of Standards of Professionalism to Avoid Running Aground

Documentation Essentials Part 05 -- Understanding Medical Necessity

Iowa: Child Abuse, A Guide for Mandatory Reporters

Soothing PTSD and Trauma CE Course - Online Course for Massage Therapists and Licensed Professional Counselors

Medical Home CME Series: #4 Family-Centered Early Interventionhttp

Documentation Essentials Part 08 -- Navigating the Denials and Appeals Process

Prenatal Massage - Online CE Course for Massage Therapists and all interested parties

Ayurvedic Massage - Online CE Course for Massage Therapists

Pain Management in a Therapeutic Environment - Online CE Course for Massage Therapists, Texas Licensed Professional Counselors and all interested parties

Leadership Imperatives for a Reformed Environment

Chair Massage - Online CE Course for Massage Therapists

Reiki Level Two - Online CE Course for Massage Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselors and all interested parties

MMLI: Information Technology & the Supply Chain

Neck, Hand and Foot Massage - Online CE Course for Licensed Massage Therapists

Reiki Level Three - Online CE Course for Massage Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselors and all interested parties

Aromatherapy - Online CE Course for Massage Therapists

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