Ep 26: Can OT and PT Co-Treat in Acute Care?

Can Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy Co-Treat in Acute Care?Clarice Grote, MS, OTR/L The Amplify OT Podcast website A question I see a lot on social media and in my DMs is about if PT and OT can co-treat in acute care and if so, how can they make sure it is being billed correctly. That’s why this week on The Amplify OT Podcast, I’m breaking down how PT and OT can correctly bill for cotreatments in acute care settings.Join the Amplify OT MembershipAs an exclusive bonus for podcast listeners, you can join the Amplify OT Membership at any time! Join today to take control of your career! It’s time to become your own best resource on Medicare and advocacy.In this episode, I cover:What does co-treating mean and why it may be difficult to find clear answers on the topic.The differences in billing between Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B and why you may see providers billing under the Medicare Part B guidelines to avoid false claims.Walking you through examples to help you understand what billing looks like in different scenarios.The importance of knowing how your services are being paid for to better understand the policies around billing.Free OT Reimbursement Podcast PlaylistWhat to keep learning about insurance and reimbursement without wasting time? Head HERE to get your free OT Reimbursement Playlist and Guide!CLICK HERE to save $101 off Medbridge Today! Looking for more policy info? Check out our articles at www.amplifyot.com/articles CONNECT WITH AMPLIFY OT:WebsiteFree NewsletterInstagramLinkedInFacebookTikTokHelpful LinksEp. 16: False Claims Act - It's More Than Billing for Services That Weren't Provided - The Amplify OT PodcastAOTA: Joint Guidelines for Therapy Co-Treatment Under MedicareAcute Inpatient PPS | CMS (DRG information)11 Part B Billing Scenarios for PTs and OTs (Individual vs. Group Treatment) | CMS© Amplify OT® and Clarice Grote