August 2008
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COMPETITIVE BIDDING |
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Delay is Done, But What's Next? |
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by Greg Thompson |
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HR 6331 delays and modifies competitive bidding, but the war is not over. |
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ACCREDITATION |
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Motivation for Accreditation? |
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by Nina Silberstein |
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Is accreditation still a priority in light of the competitive bidding delay and the September 30, 2009, deadline? |
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BARIATRIC PRODUCTS |
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Substantial Solutions |
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by Cathy Logan |
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PTs need specialized equipment to lift bariatric patients, and the right mobility products for when these patients leave rehab. |
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BARIATRICS |
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An Expanding Demographic |
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by John Vadeboncoeur |
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Despite health gains for Americans, obesity is still a problem, and demand for bariatric products will remain strong. |
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RESPIRATORY |
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Oxygen on the Go |
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by Rick Carter, PhD, MBA; James S. Williams, PhD; and Brian Tiep, MD |
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Clinicians evaluate the smaller, lightweight oxygenn devices. |
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CPAP/SLEEP |
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Don't Follow the Herd |
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by Clay Stribling, JD |
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Avoid common pitfalls in sleep lab joint ventures, and resist the urge to blindly copy your competitors. |
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DIABETIC FOOT NOTES |
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Step in the Right Direction |
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by Jeffrey S. Baird, JD |
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When it comes to dispensing diabetic footwear, know the ambiguities and avoid the legal missteps. |
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REHAB/MOBILITY |
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Tips for Accessorizing |
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by Rick Romano |
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Well-chosen mobility accessories can benefit a client's comfort, quality of life, and daily living requirements. |
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