July 2005
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New Level of Receptivity? |
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by Lisa M. Getson and Vernon R. Pertelle, MBA, RRT, CCM |
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Our experiences at the recent AAHomecare Legislative Conference give us hope, but much work remains. |
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Building A Dream |
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by Rich Smith |
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How one provider looked beyond the bottom line to build a new facility and boost profits |
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Avoid the DocuDrama |
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by Denise M. Fletcher, JD |
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While dealing with reimbursement rates is always a challenge, recent changes in documentation requirements are just as important |
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Avoiding Beneficiary Inducement |
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by Brandi A. Lang, JD |
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Where do you draw the line between effective advertising and beneficiary inducement? The devil is in the details. |
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Coding Conundrums |
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by Mark Grillo, CRTS |
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If the retail price for pediatric seating and positioning equipment is lower than the allowable, what should you submit? An experienced provider shares his wisdom on this and other coding questions. |
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Standing the Test of Time |
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by G.F. Sheffer |
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While reimbursement for pediatric standers varies from state to state, evidence continues to confirm the equipment’s social and clinical benefits. |
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Orthopedic Opportunity |
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by Helen Gabbard |
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Tap a new revenue stream for orthopedic braces and supports with astute marketing to physicians, therapists, and consumers. |
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Editor's Message |
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Calling All Gardeners |
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by Greg Thompson |
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Industry News |
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Manufacturing News |
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HME Insider |
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Brian M. O'Neil, CPA, Titan Consulting Group Inc. |
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Respiratory Today |
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CPAP: The Stark Outlook |
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Reimbursement consultant Andrea Stark, founder of miraVISTA LLC, Columbia, SC, took a break recently to chat with Dealer/Provider about the specific challenges faced by CPAP providers. |
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Respiratory Insider |
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Earl L. Yager, president and CEO, CHAD Therapeutics Inc |
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Product Profiles |
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Our Turn |
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Take It to the Streets |
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by Cara C. Bachenheimer, JD, and David T. Williams |
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