physical therapy
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How MIPS Value Pathways will Prove the Value of Rehab Therapy
As value-based care models take hold, the time is ripe for rehab therapists to position themselves as primary players in the movement toward delivering optimal quality and value in the broader healthcare ecosystem.
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At-Home Physical Therapy Leads to Better Recovery in Post-Surgical Patients, Study Shows
Luna — an at-home physical therapy provider — released a new study on the efficacy of its post-surgery rehabilitation program. The study, which was conducted by the startup, showed that the Luna Pathways program did a good job of reducing patients’ pain, increasing care plan adherence, and decreasing avoidable hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
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Payer’s Place: Dawn Maroney
Dawn Maroney, President, Markets of Alignment Health and CEO of Alignment Health Plan, to discuss how they are using technology to provide better service and care to consumers.
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An AI-Enabled Approach to Improve Access to Physical Therapy for Self-Insured Employers
Quantum Health has bolstered its collaboration with Sword Health by integrating MSK services to members to track home exercise, avoid unnecessary surgery and support treatment of pelvic conditions.
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Providence, Luna Partner to Provide Patients At-Home Physical Therapy
Providence recently launched a program to expand its patients’ access to in-home physical therapy. The health system is launching the initiative in partnership with Luna, a provider of in-home outpatient physical therapy that serves patients in nearly 30 states.
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Hinge Health Introduces Physical Therapy House Call Service
The in-home service is meant to complement the company’s virtual care. Members are able to book appointments within one to two business days and receive in-person assessments of their mobility, as well as any fall hazards in their home.
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How are employers and providers collaborating in the new surgery health and care experience?
Surgery management has emerged as a key area where employers are collaborating with providers through companies like Transcarent to provide more informed guidance on surgery care delivery options for the best patient outcomes and experience.
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The role of mindfulness in healthcare from behavioral health to physical therapy
Clinicians used to wonder if there was a role for mindfulness meditation in healthcare. But after the Covid-19 pandemic laid bare the overwhelming need for practical solutions in behavioral health, the question has shifted to what role it can play.
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MedCity Influencers, Physicians
Have back, hip or knee pain? What to consider before seeing an orthopedic surgeon
Surgery is not always the best answer for orthopedic problems. Often behavior modifications that help with losing weight and increasing mobility, such as exercise, stretching and making dietary improvements, can successfully address musculoskeletal issues while also reducing healthcare spending.
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MedCity Influencers, Patient Engagement
Unlocking digital MSK for providers
Recent advances in technology have created an opportunity for traditional providers to overcome these hurdles and deliver virtual PT in a way that is convenient for both patients and frontline clinicians and has a high degree of clinical integrity.
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Applying Remote Patient Monitoring to Surgery Prep and Recovery, Oncology and Women’s Health
Join us to learn about the latest trends in remote monitoring and how to extend its benefits beyond chronic conditions to more patients – all while using fewer staff resources.
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MedCity Influencers, Health Tech
Physical therapy is about to witness the next innovation wave
New advances in sensing technology are set to spur further innovation in the physical-therapy field, and help fill the gap in guidance that exists in between in-clinic sessions.
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MedCity Influencers, Opinion, Legal
Congress: Block Medicare cuts to support patient access to physical therapy
We again need Congress to intervene in order to protect patients and providers and stop any further cuts to specialty care.
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Kaia Health adds in-person physical therapy through partnership
The digital health company recently struck a partnership with Luna On-Demand Physical Therapy to offer in-person physical therapy services, in addition to its virtual programs for musculoskeletal care. Users in markets where Luna is available can schedule an in-home visit with the same physical therapists over time.
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Hinge Health raises $600M, plans all-out MSK effort
The startup walks people through exercises at home, and connects them to health coaches and physical therapists. It’s now valued at $6.2 billion.
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Bardavon Health raises $90M, looks to expand MSK solution beyond workers’ compensation
The Kansas-based company has built up a network of physical therapists and a technology platform for workers’ compensation. Now, with $90 million in new funding, it plans to expand into new services for musculoskeletal care.
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Artificial Intelligence, Health Services, Health Tech
IncludeHealth strikes partnership with Google, Ohio-based health system for virtual PT
Cincinnati-based IncludeHealth launched a virtual physical therapy program using pose-estimation models developed by Google. It plans to offer this software to healthcare providers, starting with its largest partner to date, ProMedica Health System.
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Payer’s Place: Dr. Anil Singh
Dr. Anil Singh shares his insights into the strategies employed by the organization to identify the most effective digital solutions for their members.
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Discover the Next-Gen Platform for Integrated Collaborative Care
Beyond EHRs and digital front doors, reducing the gaps in patient care journeys.
