Outcome 9
Integrate components of operational and fiscal practices of physical therapy service in a variety of settings
Criteria
9.1.
report suspected cases of fraud and abuse related to the utilization of and payment for physical therapy and other health care services
9.2.
participate in activities addressing quality of service delivery
9.3.
function within the organizational structure of the practice setting
9.4.
manage resources (time, equipment, personnel and space) to achieve goals of the clinical setting
9.5.
participate in fiscal management of the clinical setting
9.6.
adhere to the administrative policies and procedures of the facility
Reflections...
This is an area that, as a student and as a PTA, I may not have as much control. However, I can make sure that when I bill for services I am using the correct codes that accurately reflect the treatment my patients received so that my facility will be reimbursed at the highest rate possible without being accused of fraudulent charges. I can manage my time so I am getting documentation done POS. I can make sure I am not wasting supplies while still maintaining a hygienic environment for the staff and patients. I can make sure I am progressing my patients at the correct rate so they are not staying in therapy longer than they should because this is a part of quality service delivery. We did a discussion board post on this topic for Professional Issues 2. One of the comments on my post was about the billing code I chose. I do need to be sure when I pick the code it's the right one, not just the one gets billed at the highest rate. I also need to ensure the time being billed required skilled care