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Patricia Rode

@pattyrode

Doctor of Physical Therapy

 Wilmington, NC
Joined May 2009
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"When we don't appeal a denial that we believe was made in error, not only are we doing less than we should be doing for our patients, we are sending a message to the insurer that we agree with the decision." Read more from Wanda Evans, PT, DPT, MHS. loom.ly/ZSVoQZI

Perspective | Is AI Making Claim Denials in Error? What Does It Matter if We Don't Appeal?

The rise of AI in the commercial payer world means we need to be more vigilant in appealing denials.

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.@RepDavidRouzer @senthomtillis @sentedbuddnc Congress must act! Stop harmful Medicare cuts to physical therapy #FightTheCut
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Review #ValueOfPT research that shows physical therapy is a cost-effective approach to improve strength and reduce pain for patients with acute low back pain, helping them become empowered to manage their spine health, avoid invasive procedures, and more: loom.ly/fQfpGEo
Choosing physical therapy early to treat acute low back pain, over usual care, results in an average net benefit of $4,160 including all the hidden costs of a patient's time, pain, and missed life events; and the dollars paid for the services.

ALT Choosing physical therapy early to treat acute low back pain, over usual care, results in an average net benefit of $4,160 including all the hidden costs of a patient's time, pain, and missed life events; and the dollars paid for the services.

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Adding PTs to the National Health Service Corps and allowing flexibility and options for community health centers to offer PT care will help patients. Cosponsor H.R. 4829 @RepDavidRouzer #PTAdvocacy
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Cosponsor H.R. 4829 to add PTs to the NHSC Loan Repayment Program and provide CHCs the option to offer more PT care. H.R. 4829 will address healthcare workforce shortages, the opioid epidemic, long COVID, and alleviate medical student loan debt @RepDavidRouzer #PTAdvocacy
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Read how physical therapists not only can help individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, but also guide family members and caregivers on how to assist their loved ones with movement to prevent injury. #ChoosePT #alzheimersawareness #ENDALZ loom.ly/WDuvb8Q
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https://teapawt.org/t.co/izVlhpNDaM. Check out my grandaughter. Player of the week!! So proud of you Tristan😘
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NC Congressman Ted Budd visited HPU's Pro Bono PT Clinic on August 9 to discuss the capabilities of the clinic and how it helps the Piedmont Triad community. Bottom right HPU DPT Student Forum Patel shows Congressman Budd how the musculoskeletal MRI machine is used at the clinic.
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Please share to raise awareness.
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@988Lifeline16 Jul 2022
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Special interest groups are a top 10 reason to join American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) for physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students #MembershipMonday instagram.com/p/Cb8_2TCMcBk/…

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Ensure access to PT care. Suspend the PTA/OTA payment differential. Cosponsor H.R.5536. @RepDavidRouzer #PPSAdvocacy
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APTANC on Capital Hill #PTadvocacy
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Thank you @SenatorTester for sponsoring S. 2676, APTA-supported bipartisan legislation to add PTs to the Nat’l Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program #PTAdvocacy
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It is that time again. Cuts to physical therapy services is on the horizon! HELP FIGHT THE CUTS!! #physicaltherapy #fightthecuts #CMS aptqi.com/news/aptqi-disappo…

APTQI Disappointed by CMS’ Proposed Continuation of Disruptive Payment Cuts to Specialty Services -...

The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Proposed Rule for CY2022, again proposes deep, across-the-board payment cuts to physical, occupational and speech therapy despite bipartisan lawmaker and...

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Thank you!
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) (@APTA_official) profile pictureAmerican Physical Therapy Association (APTA)@APTA_official23 Apr 2021
Thank you @SenatorTester for raising the issue of high co-pays for physical therapy under TRICARE and its impact on access to treatment for our servicemembers, veterans, and their families. tester.senate.gov/?p=press_r…
Thank you @SenatorTester for raising the issue of high co-pays for physical therapy under TRICARE and its impact on access to treatment for our servicemembers, veterans, and their families. tester.senate.gov/?p=press_r…
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Great work! Thank you APTA NC key contacts for your efforts advocating for all!
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) (@APTA_official) profile pictureAmerican Physical Therapy Association (APTA)@APTA_official14 Apr 2021
Breaking news – President Biden has signed APTA-supported legislation extending the moratorium on the -2% Medicare sequestration cuts through December 31, 2021. Thanks to all the APTA member advocates who took action. #PTAdvocacy whitehouse.gov/briefing-room…
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Packing the Supreme Court is the wrong thing 2do It would politicize the court & destroy the respect of the judicial branch This isn’t just a Republican position Justices Breyer & Ginsburg &others agreed 9 is the right number + Pres Biden called the idea "boneheaded"
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Urgent: pass bill to delay reinstatement of the 2% Medicare sequestration through 12/31/21; Medicare reimbursement IS my bottom line.  @RepDavidRouzer #PPSAdvocacy”
Include in COVID package: delay return of 2% Medicare sequestration until the PHE is over so I can continue providing cost-effective physical therapy and maintain a vital business in our community. @RepDavidRouzer @SenThomTillis @SenatorBurr #PPSAdvocacy #PTAdvocacy @APTANC
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