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We Have Moved!!!!
PREFERRED Therapy Providers, Inc. is in the process of relocating its office. Our phone numbers, fax numbers and email addresses will all remain the same. Our team is working diligently to make the transition as seamless as possible; however, there may be disruption of services at certain times during the month of July.
Preferred on Facebook
We have joined the rest of the world and created a profile on Facebook! It seems everyone is on Facebook these days, letting everyone know about everything they are doing, from brushing their teeth to watching TV! Don’t worry; we won’t tell you when we are brushing our teeth (or if we brushed our teeth), but we will keep you in the loop on Facebook regarding any news that pertains to YOU!
If you are not on Facebook, you should think about joining. In addition to PREFERRED Therapy Providers, there are many PT, OT, and SLP associations and networks that you may find helpful and supportive for your practice. Go on Facebook and BECOME A FAN of PREFERRED Therapy Providers! And if you choose to let us know about everything you are doing, no problem – we’ll be interested!
Private Practice Spoken Here
During a recent presentation to private practitioners and administrators, PREFERRED’s Vice-president, Christy Beauchamp gave an informative overview of current payor industry changes.
Among those changes, mergers and acquisitions, lack of transparency, and risk versus non-risk PPO’s do understandably confuse providers. Ms. Beauchamp walked the audience through a series of ‘who, what, where, how’ and to best knowledge ‘why’ these massive changes are occurring, what to watch for and the actions that should be taken to safe-guard providers who have independent contracts outside of the PREFERRED network.
Members may request a copy of the presentation by contacting Anne Singer at asinger@preferredtherapy.com or by calling our office at 800-664-5240. Please refer to item TC-2009 Network Presentation
Small World
Some of you may have heard the term, “Six Degrees of Separation” (aka The Human Web). This ‘small world’ theory is that if a person is one step away from each person they know, and two steps away from each person who is known by one of the people they know, then everyone is AT MOST six steps away from any other person on earth. At our recent Tactical Conference in Scottsdale, we didn’t have time to check the theory, but we did find that many of our attendees knew one another, including two therapists who were college room-mates and hadn’t seen each other for twenty-five years. Happy reunion for Larry Bates, PT,/Owner of Backworks in Mesa, Arizona and Jeff Pottenger, PT/Owner of South San Physical Therapy in San Antonio, Texas!
Are you prepared for the Red Flags Rule compliance?
If this topic is unfamiliar to you, please read on:
Per the Federal Trade Commission website: “The Red Flags Rule requires many businesses and organizations to implement a written Identity Theft Prevention Program designed to detect the warning signs – or "red flags" – of identity theft in their day-to-day operations.”
Despite efforts by provider associations and advocates, it appears that healthcare providers will remain identified under the category of “creditor” and will be required to comply with the FTC regulation.
RESOURCES:
FTC: http://www.ftc.gov/redflagsrule
MGMA: www.mgma.com (on their homepage, search for “red flags”)
Sample P&P (American Hospital Association) http://www.aha.org/aha/content/2008/document/08redflagsoverview.doc
Also, check with your professional association for any additional information (usually available to members only).
Hello, Texas!
We were recently at the AOTA meeting in Houston, Texas. The well attended meeting helped introduce us to new products and services in the marketplace. Particularly impressive were the students who were preparing to graduate. Their questions were insightful and interesting. Many have plans to enter private practice and were excited to learn more about what resources, such as Preferred Therapy Providers, Inc. are available to them.
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Hertz
Summertime is here! Are you planning a family vacation or an out-of-town business trip? If your plans include renting a car, then take advantage of special membership savings and services from Hertz. At Hertz, you’ll find time-saving options like Computerized Driving Directions, Express Return and Hertz #1 Club Gold. And whether you need a compact, full-size, or specialty vehicle, Hertz offers a wide variety of new cars to handle all your rental needs. Hertz also makes sure you’re enjoying special worldwide savings. As a Preferred Therapy Providers, Inc. member, you’ll receive discounts off your rentals in the U.S. and around the world. The key to your savings is your Hertz Discount CDP# 0341900. Just mention this number when making your reservation. It’s that easy! For reservations and information, call the Hertz “Members Only” toll free number at: 1-800-654-2200 or visit them on the web at: www.hertz.com.
On the Road Again
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