An Introduction to Accountable Care Organizations by Chad Novasic, PT |
Physical therapists are beginning to hear more about Accountable Care Organizations (ACO's). However, many physical therapists probably don't know what they are or how they would affect them. And some physical therapists may not even of heard of ACO's. The purpose of this article is to serve a brief primer to introduce physical therapists to ACO's and gain some understanding about how they will affect their practice. The original documents can ..>>read more |
The Patient Ascension Ladder Principle by Nitin Chhoda, PT, DPT |
Every individual can be considered to fall into one of the following categories, as it pertains to your private practice. A stranger (unlikely to do seek your services) A suspect (aware of, but unsure about your services) A prospect (considering your services) A patient (actively using your sources) A referral source (recommends your services) A human billboard (has used your services and is a raving fan) These stages form the 'patient ascension ladder'. ..>>read more |