Description
This program examines Medicare regulations related to skilled service. An operational definition of skilled services is provided, and examples of skilled services that are found in the Medicare guidelines are discussed. In addition, patient conditions that support the need for skilled services are examined and suggestions are given to help participants understand how to document skilled treatments Examples are related to speech-language pathology.
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Course Objectives
Participants will be able to:
- Determine skilled and reimbursable services
- Determine proper evaluation documentation
- Properly evaluate case study patients and ensure that skilled services are documented
A score of 80% or better must be received on the post-test in order to receive a certificate of completion.
Author Profile
Thomas J. Slominski
Thomas J. Slominski, MA, CCC-SLP, is a Speech-Language Pathologist who has been in private practice since 1972. Mr. Slominski is a nationally recognized expert regarding third-party documentation issues. For the past 15 years he has presented documentation seminars to SLPs and other healthcare professionals. Of the over 8,000 participants who have attended Mr. Slominski’s seminars, 96% said they would recommend his seminar to a colleague. Also, Mr. Slominski is the author of Medicare Guidelines Explained for the Speech-Language Pathologist and editor of two other Medicare documentation manuals: Medicare Guidelines Explained for the Physical Therapist and Medicare Guidelines Explained for the Occupational Therapist.
Accreditation
This program is offered for .1 CEUs (Intermediate level; Professional area).
Providing quality, affordable continuing education for over 30 years
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