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

Can Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy Co-Treat in Acute Care?

{{d-episode-author}}

{{d-show-site-link}}

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 Membership

As 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 Playlist

What to keep learning about insurance and reimbursement without wasting time? Head HERE to get your free OT Reimbursement Playlist and Guide!

{{d-short-link-medbridge}}

Looking for more policy info? Check out our articles at www.amplifyot.com/articles 

CONNECT WITH AMPLIFY OT:

{{d-research-links-list}}

{{d-show-copyright}}

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Scroll to Top
Tech display of the Amplify OT Membership showing our course page, groups, and activity feed.

Sign ups aren't currently open right now - enter your info below to join the Amplify OT Membership waitlist so you get notified when doors open again!

We use cookies to ensure you receive the best experience on our site. If you continue to use this site, we assume you agree with our terms.

Be Your Own Best Resource

Join the Amplify OT Membership

Learn how reimbursement imacts your practice so you can make meaningful change!