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USAHS PT Alum’s Focus on Parkinson’s Unites a Florida Community

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Augustine for Health Sciences as well as several local businesses, is the brainchild of Melanie Lomaglio , PT, DPT, MSC, NCS, a co-owner of STARS Rehab with her husband David Lomaglio , MPT, OCS, MPT, CSCS, TPI CGFI. Together the couple has grown the business into four outpatient clinics in the St.

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A Day in the Life of an Occupational Therapy Assistant

Joyce

Unlike most healthcare careers, where swing shifts and graveyard hours make nocturnal living unavoidable, the OT industry takes place during regular business hours. However, a large majority of OTAs work in specialized OT outpatient clinics, under the supervision of one or more OTs. In what employment setting do most OTAs work?

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Healthcare Manager vs Healthcare Administrator: What’s the Difference?

Registered Nursing

They ensure that the non-clinical functions of the facility run smoothly to support patient care. Healthcare Administrators work in hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinics, and various healthcare settings. Healthcare Administrators are responsible for streamlining administrative processes to improve overall efficiency.

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Optimizing Revenue Cycle Management and Clinical Documentation Integrity To Avoid Coding Disasters

Relias

It’s an unfair business practice.” Insufficient Clinical Documentation or Underreported codes. Coding is often not specific enough because clinical documentation is missing some details. As a senior industry advisor with MGMA, Veronica Bradley, CPC, CPMA, recently audited medical coding at outpatient clinics.

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Optimizing Revenue Cycle Management and Clinical Documentation Integrity To Avoid Coding Disasters

Relias

It’s an unfair business practice.” Insufficient Clinical Documentation or Underreported codes. Coding is often not specific enough because clinical documentation is missing some details. As a senior industry advisor with MGMA, Veronica Bradley, CPC, CPMA, recently audited medical coding at outpatient clinics.

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Choosing the Best OTA School: 9 Things to Consider

Joyce

Online programs offer more flexibility for students with busy schedules and of course, allow you to study remotely. In addition to inpatient and outpatient clinic settings, OTAs can also work in schools, helping children overcome learning difficulties. OTA Program Format: Is OTA School Offered Online or In-Person?

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Day in the life of a Vascular Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Break

Following ward round time will be divided between attending outpatient clinics (currently one full day and two half days a week) where I work alongside junior medical officers – to support their development of the management of vascular disease related wounds and serving as an adjunct to the vascular surgeons.