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PTAT 1235 - PT Trends and Admin Procedures

Credits: 2
Identification of concepts, techniques, and administrative skills used in the efficient operation of the Physical Therapy Department in various stages within a total episode of care.  The landscape of the health care arena, including the function of cost containment strategies, within managed care systems and networks.  Overview of The Guide to PT Practice, direct access, outcomes measurement, quality improvement, time management, and resume production.  Special emphasis on (Federal) Medicare and (State) Medicaid funding, along with establishing and maintaining patient data collection. WILL CHANGE TO PTAT 2235 - SPRING 11 Prereq: AHNR 1104, and ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107, and admission to program. 2 lecture hours