BTW After completing your DPT (I assume it was a transitional unless you're
a glutton for punishment), do you still find the OCS to be more
"fulfilling"?
I just sat for OCS and I found it to be more meaningful to me than my
trans-DPT. I learned quite a bit from the t-DPT (it was a clinically
oriented program), but the OCS was on another level.
Jason
----- Original Message -----
From: "Douglas White" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Sunday, May 02, 2004 2:01 PM
Subject: Re: Diabete's treatment
> Hi Jason:
>
> I complete my DPT at Simmons College. Thanks.
>
> Perhaps a combination of the diabetes/obesity codes with any that might
> relate to movement impairment may be a good a approach. By altering the
> metabolic cardiovascular status we would treat the diabetes and obesity.
> Similar to cardiac rehab which doesn't directly change myocardial
perfusion.
>
>
> ************************************************
> Dr. Douglas M. White
>
> Doug,
>
> When did you complete a Doctorate/PhD? What area of study?
> Congratulations!
>
> RE Codes, I was just suggesting the codes that I've found to have the best
> chance for getting reimbursed without an appeal process. In my mind, I
was
> trying to relate the diabetes to physical functioning. Otherwise, Patrick
> would be getting into seeking reimbursement from insurance companies for
> preventative care, which would be tough (but justified I believe).
> Preventative care may be a possibility in Arizona, since they have
> reimbursement for direct access in some cases and a strong professional
> association. I agree, obesity sounds like a good idea (if the pt is
> overweight), but using the diabetes code may be too general for a PT in
an
> insurer's eyes. What aspect of the diabetes are we treating in order to
> change the pt's function?
>
> Agree/disagree?
>
> Jason
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Douglas White" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Saturday, May 01, 2004 7:29 AM
> Subject: Re: Diabete's treatment
>
>
> > Jason:
> >
> > I think what you are doing is great.
> >
> > Why not use the diabetes or obesity code(s)?
> >
> > ************************************************
> > Dr. Douglas M. White
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: - for physiotherapists in education and practice
> > [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Jason Steffe
> > Sent: Saturday, May 01, 2004 7:14 AM
> > To: [log in to unmask]
> > Subject: Re: [PHYSIO] Diabete's treatment
> >
> > I agree wholeheartedly. You could use a "pain in joint" code, again I
> can't
> > recall the specific number off hand, but I think it's in the 717 series.
> > Gait disturbance could also be related to a dysfunctional joint (low
back
> ,
> > foot/ankle, hip, knee etc). I can check the codes and let you know
> Monday.
> >
> > Jason
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Summit Physical Therapy, Patrick Zerr" <[log in to unmask]>
> > To: <[log in to unmask]>
> > Sent: Friday, April 30, 2004 11:03 PM
> > Subject: Re: Diabete's treatment
> >
> >
> > > Jason;
> > > Thanks for the info. Please do tell everyone at NGC&SU I said hello.
> > >
> > > What I'm really trying to do is treat the diabetic who needs exercise
to
> > control their diabetes, become healthier, and lose weight. I am
assuming
> > that perhaps many diabetics can't exercise due to increase weight, and
> pain
> > in their joints / back.
> > >
> > > What do you think?
> > >
> > > Patrick
> > >
> > > www.apluspt.com
> > > The easiest way to pass the NPTE
> > >
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: Jason Steffe <[log in to unmask]>
> > > Sent: Apr 30, 2004 4:21 PM
> > > To: [log in to unmask]
> > > Subject: Re: Diabete's treatment
> > >
> > > Patrick,
> > >
> > > I would try using a gait dysfunction code like 719.7 (difficulty
> walking)
> > or
> > > a gait disturbance (I believe it's a 717.add 4th and 5th) I'm not
> > positive
> > > on the latter one. I know Medicare has stopped paying for the 719.7,
> but
> > > other plans may still cover it. I can check on the gait disturbance
for
> > you
> > > if you'd like for me to.
> > >
> > > BTW I'm going to NGCS&U next week to talk to their graduating class
for
> > > Prof. Socialization. I'll tell Frank you said hello. I hope all is
> well
> > in
> > > Arizona.
> > >
> > > Jason
> > >
> > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > From: "Summit Physical Therapy, Patrick Zerr" <[log in to unmask]>
> > > To: <[log in to unmask]>
> > > Sent: Friday, April 30, 2004 11:40 AM
> > > Subject: Diabete's treatment
> > >
> > >
> > > > Hello all;
> > > >
> > > > I am wondering if any of you are treating diabetes, type II,
> > specifically
> > > with physical therapy. If so what ICD 9 diagnostic codes are you
using?
> > > >
> > > > I would think it is a viable to treat people to help get the
metabolic
> > > rates higher through exercise and training them correctly. Also there
> may
> > > be diabetics who have painful joints / muscles / conditions that
prevent
> > > them from exercising.
> > > >
> > > > I would like to hear your comments.
> > > >
> > > > Thank you!
> > > >
> > > > Patrick Zerr
> > > > www.apluspt.com
> > > > A+ PT Exam Prep Package
> > > > The easiest way to pass the NPTE.
> > > >
> > >
> >
>
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