| Standing for Adults 0.1 CEU | This course will discuss the benefits of standing technology for multiple diagnoses in the adult population, the current supporting evidence, and development of an individual standing program based on clinical evaluation and user’s goals. It will also explore the funding process and tips on documentation for standing technology. Learning Objectives
| Maryann Girardi PT, DPT, ATP Altimate Medical |
| Center of Gravity: What Does it Really Mean? 0.1 CEU | Define and examine center of gravity as it relates to manual wheelchair configuration. Review evidence related to configuration and optimal manual wheelchair performance. Explore the impact of vertical and horizontal axle position changes on end user function, safety, and upper extremity health. | Christie Hamstra PT, ATP Motion Composites |
| Eliminate the PAIN POINTS with Wheelchair Accessory Documentation 0.1 CEU | Once medical necessity is established for the wheelchair base there is more to do as each separate accessory MUST be addressed in the wheelchair evaluation. Logic dictates that payers scrutinize the high dollar accessories in both prior authorization and post pay audits. In this session the instructor will outline the coverage criteria for the most denied wheelchair accessories and how to properly document the medical necessity for qualified patients. This includes, tilt, tilt AND recline combo, upgrade electronics, skin protection and or positioning cushions, alternative drive controls, etc. | Dan Fedor US Rehab |
Balancing Function and Independence: Clinical Considerations for Power Adjustable Seat Height and Anterior Tilt 0.1 CEU | Power wheelchairs are designed to augment function when functional mobility is compromised or lost. However, this is not the only benefits that the power mobility systems can provide. There are critical components of this system that also facilitate or improve the end user’s ability to complete functional activities/ADLs, support their physical and mental health, provide independent repositioning for pressure relief, increase tolerance of the seated position, and increase the overall satisfaction of the equipment. These critical components are known as power positioning devices. While there are several different types of power positioning products on the market, this presentation will focus on the clinical benefits of power adjustable seat height and anterior tilt. | Heather R. Price OTR, ATP/SMS Quantum Rehab |
| Elevate YOUR Patients with Seat Elevation! 0.1 CEU | On May 16, 2023, CMS issued the NCD (national coverage determination) for the Seat Elevation System as a covered item under the Medicare benefit. Previously this item was considered not primarily medical in nature and was in a non-covered category. As of May 16, 2023 date of service (date of delivery) the seat elevation is a covered benefit and is reimbursable under Medicare Part B as well as ALL Medicare Replacement Part C plans. However, as with all wheelchair accessories the beneficiary must meet the coverage criteria. Even when it’s obvious the patient qualifies for an accessory, getting it on paper (or electronically) with the details required for the payer to see the condition is critical for coverage. In this session the instructor will dig into the coverage criteria and outline what is expected in the wheelchair evaluation to ensure those that qualify will receive this LIFE CHANGING accessory. Documentation requirements for new chairs with seat elevation as well as retrofitting existing chairs received prior to May 16, 2023 will be addressed as well. Learning Objectives
| Dan Fedor US Rehab |
Beyond Drive Control Selection: Maximizing Function and Independence through Programming Options 0.1CEU | Power wheelchair drive controls are constantly evolving with advancing technology. There is a wide range of these products and complex rehab equipment professionals often have limited exposure to the options that are available. This class will provide evaluating clinicians, Assistive Technology Professionals, and other seating/mobility professionals with knowledge of various drive control options and programming options available to provide maximal benefit to the end user, | Heather R. Price OTR, ATP/SMS Quantum Rehab |
| Pediatric Mobility Solutions: Empowering Participation from Exploration through Proficiency 0.2 CEU | Children have a natural desire to move, explore and learn. When there is a mobility limitation these children have a limited opportunity to explore their environment as compared to their mobile peers and are at an increased risk for secondary delays in cognition, social and emotional development. This course will examine the common reasons why the introduction of mobility assistive equipment and seating solutions is delayed, resisted or not considered and review the research in support of early intervention. A clinical framework will be utilized to help evaluate and select the best mobility option for the pediatric client. This course will also examine ways to assist the child in progressing from exploration with mobility through purposeful use of the recommended equipment. | Heather R. Price OTR, ATP/SMS Quantum Rehab |
| Positioning for Participation and Function: 24-hour Postural Support 0.1 CEU | A 24-hour postural care program provides for seating and mobility intervention as well as when the individual is not in the wheelchair. This session addresses options for alternative positioning, toileting, bathing, and sleeping. Physiological and anatomical theoretical principles will be addressed incorporating how equipment can address an individual’s postural needs. Learning Objectives:
| Karla Sonderland MS, OTR/L, ATP Sunrise Medical |
| Pediatrics: Don’t Overthink It, Re-Think It for Independent Mobility 0.1CEU | Pediatrics! That one word can bring anxiety and apprehension when preparing for a seating and mobility evaluation. Pediatric clients should not be treated as “little adults.” They have their unique mobility, positioning, and social needs. This course will examine growth patterns and the best ways to “build in growth” into the mobility device. Ensuring optimum configuration, we will discuss propulsion training as an essential part of the pediatrics’ prescription process. | Christie Hamstra PT, ATP Motion Composites |
| Standing for Pediatrics 0.1 CEU | Weightbearing and upright posture are an important in a child’s growth and development. Children who are unable to stand benefit from the use of standing technology which enables them to safely stand. This course will discuss the benefits of standing, the current evidence available, and implementing a standing program with appropriate technology and the correct dosage. Learning Objectives
| Maryann Girardi PT, DPT, ATP Altimate Medical |
| Making Power Wheelchairs Smarter: Exploring the Continuum of SMART Technology 0.1 CEU | Many power wheelchair drivers face a variety of issues related to their independence, safety, efficiency, and accessibility as a result of impaired motor control, visual deficits, impaired reaction time, inattention, and various other deficits that are common among wheeled mobility users. In this course, we will discuss the continuum of currently available SMART technologies that can be incorporated into the power wheelchair to address these issues and improve driver safety, confidence, and independence. SMART technology is integrated or retrofitted self-monitoring technology for a power wheelchair that provides enhanced, independent mobility to a wheelchair user, is able to collect and report user health and wellness data, and provides connectivity to integrate with the connected world. Throughout this course, we will explore the need for this type of technology, the currently available technology options on the market, and the people who might benefit from these available technologies. Learning Objectives:
| Tom Borcherding LUCI |
| Enhancing function: The power of power assist devices 0.1 CEU | Manual wheelchair propulsion can be inherently difficult, and research shows that the longer a person propels a manual wheelchair for functional mobility the greater incidence of pain and repetitive injury; the resulting pain can limit function, reduce participation, and limit life roles of individuals who use manual wheelchairs for their functional mobility. Power assist devices present the opportunity to reduce pain and improve function of clients who utilize manual wheelchairs for mobility. By understanding the different types of power assist devices available; having the ability to identify the appropriate client; and knowing how to apply power assist devices based on clinical presentation, therapists will be able to improve function, reduce pain, and increase quality of life of the people they serve. Learning Objectives
| Permobil |
| The Assessment Process for Seating and Wheeled Mobility 0.1 CEU | The assessment process for individuals requiring a wheelchair or seating incorporates medical history, home environment, transportation, home environment, MRADLs, physical and functional abilities, skin integrity, sensation, strength, ROM, balance, neurological status, posture in sitting, transfers, ambulation, wheelchair skills, and measurements. Each step of the process will be reviewed providing Information to match findings with equipment recommendation. Learning Objectives:
| Karla Sonderland MS, OTR/L, ATP Sunrise Medical |
| Don't Let Reimbursement for Cushions be a Pain in the Ischials 0.1 CUE | Are cushion denials becoming a pain? How about determining how often a cushion can be replaced? Skin protection and positioning cushions are diagnosis (ICD-10) driven within the claims processing system; however, a qualifying ICD-10 is NOT enough for certain diagnoses, and the lack of coverage for a cushion may impact the coverage of the power base! This we session will outline in detail the coverage for skin protection and positioning cushions and how they impact the coverage of a solid seat power base, as well as how often a cushion can be replaced. | Dan Fedor US Rehab |
| Small Clients, Big Decisions – Approaches in Pediatric Seating 0.1 CEU | It took a very long time for children’s wheelchairs to become commercially available. Once they did, there were still no ‘off the shelf’ wheelchair seating components available in pediatric sizes. Seat and back supports were custom fabricated, often by clinicians or members of the orthotics & prosthetics department. Various types of foam were glued to plywood and covered with fabric – the start of what was later described as ‘planar seating’. The last 30 years have brought amazing variations to the seating & mobility market. Both manual and powered mobility devices are made in size ranges to accommodate pediatric, adult & bariatric consumer. Likewise, seat surface and back support products are available in a wide range of sizes. With the range of products and technology available, the seating selection process can be thought of quite differently. True pediatric ‘off the shelf’ seat and back supports allow early intervention which can reduce the development of orthopedic deformities, provide lighter weight options to enhance self-propulsion and offer lower cost options with the benefit of modularity. ‘Planar’ seating components allow custom configured interventions for children whose needs cannot be met with an ‘off-the-shelf’ solution. Molded seating products are often the highest cost and are utilized when the consumers’ needs cannot be met with other interventions. | Stephanie Tanguay OT/L, ATP Invacare |
| Building Blocks for Success with Early Intervention Seating & Mobility 0.1 CEU | There is much evidence supporting early intervention of seating and mobility to facilitate cognitive development, social skills, prevent orthopedic deformities, and maximize function for pediatric wheeled mobility users. While the theory has moved toward independent mobility at earlier ages and manufacturers have focused on seating & mobility equipment specifically for younger consumers, there are several important factors which can lead to successful outcomes with our tiniest clients. This session examines current trends in pediatric seating and mobility with an emphasis on maximizing function and normalizing social interaction. | Stephanie Tanguay OT/L, ATP Invacare |
| Leading the way towards independence in pediatric mobility 0.1 CEU | Occupational therapists, physical therapists, and equipment providers can influence development alongside enhancing mobility by recommending specific technologies. Selecting a pediatric wheelchair can enhance or inhibit self-directed mobility, which in turn can affect other areas of development. When and how mobility devices are evaluated for and issued can promote a child meeting developmental milestones in a range of areas. This course will review human development as it relates to mobility skill acquisition and initial social, language, and perceptual development. Case examples demonstrating implementation of several mobility devices will be presented, including manual and power wheelchairs. Participants will learn specific intervention strategies to use in clinical practice to promote development while enhancing the child’s self-directed mobility skills. An interactive reflective practice component will explore how participants can begin using concepts learned in this course in their clinical practice. Learning Objectives: Describe 3 aspects of development that are positively influenced by a child’s ability to participate in self-directed mobility.
| Permobil |
| Primary Support Surfaces for Seating and Posture 0.1 CEU | This course provides education related to primary positioning devices including cushion and back supports and is designed for clinicians stiving to enhance their knowledge and clinical practice. It focuses on the properties/design intent and positioning capabilities of each seating and postural support. While considering common client characteristics, the participant will enhance their knowledge and apply the clinical value and application of each design. Learning Objectives:
| Karla Sonderland MS, OTR/L, ATP Sunrise Medical |
| Alternative Drive Control Evaluation and Selection: Technology for Individualized Solutions 0.1 CEU | For many individuals, a standard joystick allows for independent and efficient operation of their power wheelchair, but for others, the use of additional types of drive controls is not only necessary to meet their mobility needs, but can promote health, maximize their independence with daily activities, and integrate alongside other technology. In this course, we will give clinicians and providers a framework to aid in the evaluation, selection, and setup of alternative drive controls to help individuals achieve an optimal and individualized technology match. The terminology and applications discussed in this course will be applicable to a variety of power wheelchairs and devices that are commercially available. Case examples and hands-on demonstration will be used throughout the course alongside technical and clinical discussions of different alternative drive controls to provide an understanding of the key factors and clinical considerations that impact drive control selection, setup, and use. Learning Objectives:
| Permobil |
| Documentation LIFE Preserver UPDATED 2023 0.2 CEU | Documentation for mobility products consumes so much time for both the LMCP (PT/OT) and the CRT supplier and in most cases more than actually treating the patient. The amount of documentation required is overwhelming and there just doesn't seem to be enough time during the day to give them what they expect. While this is necessary in order for those that qualify to receive the medically necessary items does it have to consume so much time? The answer is NO, as these payers have internal requirements and are driven by more than just the written policy. In this interactive workshop participants will gain insight into health insurance plans documentation requirements to STREAMLINE the process for mobility products and related accessories (seat elevation, tilt, tilt and recline, upgraded electronics, skin protection and positioning cushions, power assist, etc.). The instructor, a former Director at Medicare, will share the internal thought process of health insurance plans which will outline what they need in order to approve a claim for qualified patients. This course will teach attendees how to effectively and efficiently document and review for medical necessity for mobility products in order to reduce the time spent on writing and reviewing documentation. Learning Objectives
| Dan Fedor US Rehab |