Why Therapy Still Matters in PDPM
Imagine an industry where reimbursement is not based on the volume of therapy treatment minutes. Instead, therapists care for patients and drive outcomes-based exclusively on clinical need. This is where PDPM makes its grand entrance on October 1, 2019. Yaffa Liebermann, PT, GCS, CEO has stated for decades as a practicing Physical Therapist that “treat…
Read MoreNational Rehabilitation Awareness Week: Sept 16 – 22, 2019
Since 1976, The National Rehabilitation Awareness Foundation has recognized the third full week of September as National Rehabilitation Week. Prime Rehabilitation Services and Mobile Therapy Services are proud to join the nation in celebrating National Rehabilitation Awareness Week; educating people about the benefits of rehabilitation and the many advantages that can arise from rehab programs.…
Read MoreWishing You The Best Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day is upon us. Always celebrated the first Monday in September, it is a national holiday devoted to celebrating and honoring the achievements of American workers. That also means most people are gearing up for weekend BBQ’s, sales, and back to school. With the start of the semester comes great opportunities that are being…
Read MoreLook Who’s Featured on the Brochure for the APTANJ 2019 Fall Conference
Yaffa Liebermann, PT, GCS, CEO is proud to be featured on the APTANJ 2019 Fall Conference brochure. With over 50 years of experience as a Physical Therapist and only one of twelve in the entire United States that has the distinction of being recognized as a board-certified Geriatric Specialist for over 20 years, Yaffa prides…
Read MorePosture and Breathing Presentation at the Monmouth Museum
Written by: Yaffa Liebermann, PT, GCS, CEO I would like to share my experience with an educational event which I attended yesterday. Four months ago Jane Eisenberg, Art Director of Monmouth Museum, invited me to talk about correct posture and breathing for children. It was a successful event that led to the creation of gearing…
Read MoreAs a reminder, Prime Rehabilitation Services Inc. (PRS) is a local and experienced provider ready for PDPM
By Yaffa Liebermann, PT, GCS, CEO As we approach the October 1 change to PDPM, we understand this may be the opportunity you take to see what options are available that will maintain or increase client outcomes and at the same time focus on increased profitability for the facility. As a reminder, Prime Rehabilitation Services…
Read MoreHonoring National Therapeutic Recreation Week – July 2019
By: Yaffa Liebermann, PT, GCS, CEO During the second week of July, National Therapeutic Recreation Week is celebrated every year since established by the National Therapeutic Recreation Society (NTRS) in 1984. This week highlights the importance of engaging in activities and raising awareness for therapeutic recreation programs and services that could improve the health and…
Read MoreIndependence Remains an Important Value
By: Vanessa Cardenas From 1776 to the present day, the 4th of July continues to be celebrated as the birth of American independence and freedom. Independence remains an important value to our elders. We are proud that with Mobile Therapy Services we can help them maintain their independence. By providing skilled physical, occupational and speech…
Read MorePDPM – A Physical Therapist’s Perspective with Decades of Experience
By: Yaffa Liebermann, PT, GCS, CEO I would like to share my personal opinions and feelings about the upcoming transition to PDPM. I am a physical therapist that already had years of experience when I was introduced to the provision of therapy within the sub-acute/nursing home environment. I accepted the job as a PT, Clinical…
Read MoreA Deep Dive Into A Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) – An Educational Seminar Highlighting Therapy
By: Vanessa Cardenas, COO On May 22, 2019, the Corporate Management team of Prime Rehabilitation Services and Mobile Therapy Services hosted a follow-up education seminar diving deep into Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) for our Directors of Rehabilitation. The overall theme was that skilled therapy services are still a key driver of reimbursement in the…
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