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Melissa Hofmann, PT, PhD

Jun 30, 2020/Author

Melissa C. Hofmann, PT, PhD, is co-chair of PT Proud and faculty at Regis University in the Physical Therapy Department. You can connect with Melissa on Twitter at @melhofmann.

APTA Suggests: More on the Review Choice Demonstration

May 24, 2020/Article

We’ve rounded up helpful resources on Review Choice Demonstration.

Documentation: Initial Examination and Evaluation

Jun 28, 2024/Article

Documentation elements for the initial examination and evaluation include the following: examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcomes.

Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Model

Aug 2, 2018/Article

CJR is a payment model being tested for episodes of care related to total knee and total hip replacements (MS-DRG 469 and 470) under Medicare. One track of the CJR model qualifies as an Advanced APM under QPP.

The Potential for Delivering Skilled Maintenance under Non Federal Payer Policies

Jun 19, 2019/Article

Some commercial payers have adopted language and or revised policies to remove the improvement standard or to cover skilled maintenance therapy.

Patient Driven Payment Model

The PDPM is a shift away from volume-driven SNF payment to a model that focuses on the unique characteristics, needs, and goals of each patient.

Coding and Billing Updates: The Move to Value-based Payment

May 30, 2020/Article

Recorded webinar from live Q & A (December 4, 2018)

7 Things You Need to Know About Value-Based Care

Apr 9, 2018/Article

Whether you love it, hate it, or still don't completely understand it, value-based care is here to stay.

Supervision of Students in Skilled Nursing Facilities and Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities Under Medicare

Jun 12, 2020/Article

Some requirements related to student involvement can vary depending on the setting.

Student Loan Debt: APTA Member Sandra Norby Testifies Before House Committee

Jun 18, 2019/Article

There is no easy fix or silver bullet to the complex problem of student debt.