Physical Therapy Software Can Prepare You For Medicare Audits

Medicare Recovery Audit Contractors (RAC) willTherapy clinics that have been on the fence
be in full force in 2010 so now is the time toabout transitioning from paper based
prepare. Not only does Medicare requiredocumentation to an electronic medical records
documentation over-and-above the other payers,system should get on board in 2009. A good
they are now hiring contract consultants to detectphysical therapy software solution will enable clinics
and correct past improper payments. Under thisto overcome, and continue to thrive in the face
audit program, claims a therapy clinic submits,of such government regulations. Complete and
even if approved, is subject to audit.accurate clinical documentation is the key to
If you are an owner or Director of a rehab clinic,meeting Medicare requirements and a good
then you understand the challenges of providingtherapy software program that is integrated with
an ever-increasing standard of care - while at thebilling is the best solution.
same time - trying to improve your center'sLook for therapy software that provides more
productivity and revenues in the face ofthan just a glorified word processor with PDF
diminishing reimbursements.storage, but something that guides your therapist
Rehabilitation is the typical fee-for-serviceto the correct documentation and requires
program that the new auditors will target and it iscompletion of that documentation. Clinic owners
important to note that claims can be audited asreview some of the nation's large outpatient
far back as October 1st 2007. The RAC auditorsrehabilitation chains (such as Select Medical) when
will be qualified therapists and certified coders whoevaluating software. Companies like this use
will know what they are looking for, and how toproven solutions that are typically available in a
find it.scalable, affordable solution for small clinics.