Best Practices

September 13-19 is the annual National Rehabilitation Week. NARA would like to encourage all its members to mark this observance by involving their local community in the celebrations! Below are just a few ways you can bring attention to everything that therapy professionals do. 

Plan an online open house that includes... Read More

No matter what field of therapy you’re in, the last few months have been hard. If you have an independent practice, you may find yourself struggling to keep a steady cash flow going. We at NARA have put together a few ways to keep things profitable in these uncertain times.  

Before your patient ever reaches out, make sure your staff is ready to answer basic questions regarding their coverage and payment. Do they... Read More

As professionals in the medical world, you’re probably familiar with HIPAA legislation. This legislation was designed to help protect patients and their personal and medical information. Since the Privacy Rule update in 2003, there have been over 200,000 HIPAA complaints. Some people may think that private practices are less likely to be noticed, but they are actually more likely to be non-compliant than... Read More

You always hear that communication is key - and it really matters, especially when dealing with patients. But in today’s climate, communication has even more obstacles to overcome. Given the lapse in time since we have been able to see our clients in person as well as still only seeing some virtually, what is the best way to hear them and be heard? Here are four steps to help make sure your communication... Read More

During these trying times, the team at NARA doesn’t want your business to decline due to the pandemic, but instead find ways to keep seeing patients!  We’ve compiled 3 important tips to continue marketing your services effectively despite the climate. By doing so, you’ll not only remain a cut above the competition but contribute to the health of your community. 

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Join Mark McDavid from Seagrove Rehab Partners and Sabrena McCarley with RehabCare as they describe considerations for telehealth use in SNFs to improve patient access to care, collaboration and clinical practice during this pandemic.  Click here for their VLOG. 

How can telehealth be used in SNFs?  During a recent CMS "Office Hours" they communicated that their interim final rule as well as their FAQ for SNF providers did not say no.  Victory! Therapists are telehealth... Read More

Many professionals rely on educational conferences to maintain their industry expertise. However, finding ways to do that when social distancing applies can be tricky. That’s why NARA decided to create this simple list of ways you can not only share your industry knowledge but also gain some.  

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Every year there is an entire month devoted to men’s health and for good reason: men are at greater risk for death in every age group. As therapists and providers, we have upfront access to our patient’s overall health and wellness. This month, let’s dive into a few ways we can have a big impact on the wellbeing of our clients and tips we can give them to stay healthy.  

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Every May, doctors, nurses and therapists around the world promote the importance of blood pressure. Specifically, it’s important to learn the signs and risks of hypertension. Signs of hypertension can often go unnoticed which increases the chances of stroke and heart attack. We all know that you know how to take blood pressure readings, but today we’re going to focus on why it’s so... Read More

Whether it’s due to a pandemic or a long-distance patient, figuring out how to best serve your patient can be hard when you aren’t physically with them. However, with a little thought and ingenuity, you can guide them through home workouts, virtual training and wellness to keep them healthy until you can see them again. 

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