Avoiding the Blooper Reel: How to Produce Award-Winning Therapy Documentation | August 2, 2023 | 9:00am – 10:20am | Beulah Scott, Clinical Consultant

Medical necessity audits can be time-consuming, expensive, and frustrating for providers. We examine the expectations of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding effective documentation as well as the most common reasons for claim denials in this session. Skilled services are frequently denied due to insufficient documentation supporting their medical necessity. The purpose of this session is to teach participants how to document effectively and accurately, to identify reasonable criteria for skilled therapy services, and to develop and write functional-based goals. Additionally, the speaker will review the regulatory requirements for medical necessity, common mistakes, and how to skillfully paint a picture of their current functional abilities. This session is intended for occupational, physical, and speech therapists, quality improvement personnel, and administrators/managers responsible for the agency’s success.