Guest guest Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 Your Daily Posterous Spaces Update October 13th, 2011 Huh? Chiropractor Announces Queens Physical Therapy Treatments Speed Injury Recovery - MarketWatch<http://ptmanagerblog.com/huh-chiropractor-announces-queens-physical-\ th> Posted about 17 hours ago by [image: _portrait_thumb] Kovacek, PT, DPT, MSA <http://posterous.com/people/1l1oCkDWEWjv> to PTManager<http://ptmanagerblog.com> [image: Like this post]<http://posterous.com/likes/create?post_id=75202073> And I thought only PHYSICAL THERAPISTS could do physical therapy. Silly me! JAMAICA, NY, Oct 12, 2011 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Dr. Lee's Spine Center in Jamaica, New York announced the incorporation of physical therapy into patient treatments. The rehabilitation and pain relief treatments include an initial diagnostic consultation followed by relief care that is designed to provide both immediate and long-term pain management. Depending on a patient's needs, a range of therapies is used to manage chronic pain and correct the underlying cause for this pain, including heat and ice therapy, spinal decompression, massage and corrective exercises. Dr. Lee, chiropractor and founder of Dr. Lee's Spine Center, announced the incorporation of physical therapy into his patient treatment plans. Each plan is tailored to a client's specific wellness needs and is designed to enhance pain relief and speed recovery. " Our treatments are different from traditional medical care, " said Dr. Lee. " We combine a range of therapies and customize each plan to meet a patient's individual wellness needs. " New patients receive an initial diagnostic consultation session. Dr. Lee evaluates the patient, determining the underlying cause for the pain or injury. For example, a herniated disc in the lower back may be responsible for radiating pain in the back, legs and buttocks, a condition known as sciatica. " Many patients do not realize there are real options for treating chronic back pain and injuries, " said Dr. Lee. " By precisely identifying the location of the nerve pain, we can create a treatment program to restore alignment to the musculoskeletal system for long-term relief and healing. " Dr. Lee uses a variety of physiotherapy techniques in his treatment plans as well. These techniques include heat therapy, ice therapy, corrective exercises, gentle movement under anesthesia and spinal decompression therapy. " Our goal with every treatment is to restore a full range of movement to the body and providing long-lasting pain relief, " said Dr. Lee. " To achieve this goal, we can't just cover up the pain with medication. Our treatments are designed to correct the underlying cause for pain and reduce the risk of future injury. " Physical therapy treatments help the body recover a full range of movement by strengthening the muscles and promoting internal healing. Soft tissue therapy, like massage, is a natural conservative treatment. According to Dr. Lee, massage enhances blood flow, which can help reduce inflammation and swelling. This may also relieve spasms and muscle pain by relaxing the soft tissues. Dr. Lee also uses decompression treatments to correct a herniated or slipped disc and to relieve the underlying cause for pain in the lower back. " Spinal decompression therapy is an important part of our overall rehabilitation plan, " said Dr. Lee. " Each treatment session lasts between 20 and 35 minutes, and is essential in correcting nerve compression and restoring proper alignment to the spine. I frequently combine decompression treatments with other physiotherapy treatments like corrective exercises and heat or ice treatments. " Individuals in Queens and the surrounding communities who wish to learn more about Dr. Lee's rehabilitation treatment plans may do so by visiting the practice's website, http://dr-jameslee.com . Prospective patients who would like to schedule an appointment with the chiropractor may do so by using the online appointment request form or by calling the center. Dr. Lee's Spine Center Jamaica, NY 1- SOURCE: Dr. Lee's Spine Center Copyright 2011 Marketwire, Inc., All rights reserved. via marketwatch.com<http://www.marketwatch.com/story/chiropractor-announces-queens-p\ hysical-therapy-treatments-speed-injury-recovery-2011-10-12> Hospice owner charged with Medicare fraud in Philadelphia - Philadelphia Business Journal<http://ptmanagerblog.com/hospice-owner-charged-with-medicare-fraud-in> Posted about 17 hours ago by [image: _portrait_thumb] Kovacek, PT, DPT, MSA <http://posterous.com/people/1l1oCkDWEWjv> to PTManager<http://ptmanagerblog.com> [image: Like this post]<http://posterous.com/likes/create?post_id=75202715> <http://www.bizjournals.com/login/philadelphia?r=%2Fphiladelphia%2Fnews%2F2011%2\ F10%2F12%2Fhospice-owner-charged-with-medicare.html>Hospice owner charged with Medicare fraud in Philadelphia Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2011, 1:44pm EDT <http://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2011/10/12/hospice-owner-charged-w\ ith-medicare.html/philadelphia/bio/6321/%20> Reporter - *Philadelphia Business Journal* Email<https://mail.google.com/mail/?view=cm & fs=1 & tf=1 & to=jgeorgebizjournals\ > | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/PBJ> A Philadelphia hospice owner and Bucks County resident was charged Wednesday by the U.S. Attorney’s Office Wednesday with conspiracy to defraud the Medicare program of more than $14 million. According to the indictment, * Kolodesh*’s business, Home Care Hospice Inc. at 2801 Grant Ave. in Northeast Philadelphia, submitted claims totaling about $14.3 million for patients who were not eligible for or did not receive the hospice services billed to Medicare. Kolodesh, 49, of Churchville, Pa., also allegedly diverted $9.36 million from Home Care Hospice’s operating account for his own personal use, such as extensive renovations to his house, travel expenses, college tuition for his son, and a luxury automobile. The indictment also alleges that Kolodesh and his co-conspirator, identified only as “A.P.,” would pay health-care professionals, including doctors, for referring patients to Home Care Hospice even when those patients were not eligible or appropriate for hospice services. In an effort to mask the alleged kickback scheme, the indictment alleges, Home Care Hospice fraudulently represented that some of those health-care professionals were paid for services as medical directors, advisers, or hospice physicians. Kolodesh is charged with conspiracy to commit health-care fraud, 21 counts of health-care fraud, 11 counts of money laundering, and two counts of mail fraud. Efforts to reach Kodolesh for comment were unsuccessful. The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General. It is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney *Suzanne B. Ercole*. via bizjournals.com<http://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2011/10/12/hospice-\ owner-charged-with-medicare.html> Medicare Fraud Scheme Takes Nearly $2 Million<http://ptmanagerblog.com/medicare-fraud-scheme-takes-nearly-2-million> Posted about 17 hours ago by [image: _portrait_thumb] Kovacek, PT, DPT, MSA <http://posterous.com/people/1l1oCkDWEWjv> to PTManager<http://ptmanagerblog.com> [image: Like this post]<http://posterous.com/likes/create?post_id=75202963> Medicare Fraud Scheme Takes Nearly $2 Million Pueblo Doctor's Identity Stolen Medicare has paid nearly $2 million in fake bills, after thieves stole the medical identity of a Southern Colorado doctor. Reporter: Kendra Potter Email Address: kpotter@...<https://mail.google.com/mail/?view=cm & fs=1 & tf=1 & to=kpotter@kktv\ ..com & su=Medicare%20Fraud%20Scheme%20Takes%20Nearly%20$2%20Million> Embedded media -- click here to see it.<http://ptmanagerblog.com/medicare-fraud-scheme-takes-nearly-2-million> 11 News is investigating a fraud scheme called Medical Provider Identity Theft<http://www.kktv.com/home/headlines/Medicare_Fraud_Scheme_Steals_Millions_1\ 31567818.html?storySection=story#>where false claims are submitted to health insurance providers. One Pueblo doctor’s medicare I.D. was used<http://www.kktv.com/home/headlines/Medicare_Fraud_Scheme_Steals_Millions_13\ 1567818.html?storySection=story#>to rack up millions in fraudulent bills. Now the false claims are coming to light and the federal government is taking action<http://www.kktv.com/home/headlines/Medicare_Fraud_Scheme_Steals_Millions_\ 131567818.html?storySection=story#> .. " It's pretty bad to me and scary, and I'm very angry about it,” said Dr. Louis Cabiling. Dr. Cabiling, a physical therapy and rehab doctor says he had no idea someone had stolen his medical identity until he received a call from Medicare. " The first thing they asked me is if I practice in Denver, I said no, only in Pueblo,” said Cabiling. Medicare asked, because according to court documents a company in Denver was using Dr. Cabiling’s name and medical provider number to fraudulently bill Medicare. Documents 11 News obtained show more than $1.8 million was paid to a company called A Plus Billing Inc. " This is pretty bad and scary to me. They need to be prosecuted, all these people who are doing this thing,” said Dr. Cabiling. Court documents show the address A Plus Billing used was 600 17th Street in Denver, room 2800. The company submitted bills for numerous things including MRI’s and EKG testing, claiming they had medical offices at that address. But instead, 11 News discovered it was home<http://www.kktv.com/home/headlines/Medicare_Fraud_Scheme_Steals_Millions_13\ 1567818.html?storySection=story#>to a company hired to receive mail and answer the phone for $150 a month. And, according to records, the lady who was suppose to pay that bill, Aliya Valeeva, is no longer in the country. Medicare sent the money to an account at a BBVA/Compass Bank in Denver, under the name of A Plus Billing. Now the FBI has moved to seize nearly $800,000 of it. Medicare officials say under the old laws, they had to pay the bills. “For years we had no choice but to do a pay and chase way of doing business; any claim with an appropriate provider and recipient number had to be paid within 15 days,” said Medicare spokesman Mike Fierberg. But now under the Affordable Health Care Act, officials say they can detect this type of scam easier, and stop it sooner. " Not only is it more difficult to get a provider number because we screen more carefully, but we are able to stop the payments before we make them,” said Fierberg. Medicare officials say with their new tools for fighting fraud, they have reclaimed $4 billion last year alone. Dr. Cabiling tells 11 News he is now afraid his identity is being used to scam yet another health insurance provider. He showed us a copy of two $650 reimbursement checks he received from Cigna. It came to his address, but the intended recipient was A Plus Billing. via kktv.com<http://www.kktv.com/home/headlines/Medicare_Fraud_Scheme_Steals_Million\ s_131567818.html?storySection=story> Let's get Ready for Halloween and Thanksgiving!!! How pumpkin pie is made !<http://ptmanagerblog.com/lets-get-ready-for-halloween-and-thanksgiving> Posted about 17 hours ago by [image: _portrait_thumb] Kovacek, PT, DPT, MSA <http://posterous.com/people/1l1oCkDWEWjv> to PTManager<http://ptmanagerblog.com> [image: Like this post]<http://posterous.com/likes/create?post_id=75203554> « Back to blog <http://richpearson.posterous.com> How pumpkin pie is made<http://richpearson.posterous.com/how-pumpkin-pie-is-made> Sorry, but this hits all my buttons [image: Pumpkinpie] (via Lannert <http://tps://www.facebook.com/amanda.lannert>) via richpearson.posterous.com<http://richpearson.posterous.com/how-pumpkin-pie-is-ma\ de> I offer no apologies for this. [image: Posterous] <http://posterous.com> Want your own?<http://posterous.com> Change your email settings<http://posterous.com/email_subscriptions/hash/gspsqucxgqviGogjvCufJwAxB\ xkgmH> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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