Movement vs. Immobilizing Kinesio means movement. Kinesio tape, whether in rolls or pre-cut strips, is considered a supply or a unit of Durable Medical Equipment (DME). The application of the tape is based on the patient’s specific patterns of weakness or strength. The tape itself should be considered separate and distinct from its application. The…
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You can’t watch a live sporting event without seeing tape on the athletes’ bodies. K-taping has become increasingly popular because of the nature of the process. Kinesio means movement, and this type of taping supports the body without inhibiting movement. However, just because it’s a service doesn’t mean that we have CPT® codes for it,…
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Hydromassage has been proven to promote relaxation and cell renewal. It can also boost your mood with no medicinal side effects. People with chronic anxiety can be soothed by hydromassage, as can those with high blood pressure, digestive issues, or migraines. All of this is not to discount how great it feels. However, medical necessity…
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The Intent The purpose of Hydro-Bed therapy is usually to provide muscle relaxation and reduce spasms. In some cases, the therapy is used to prepare tight muscles for an adjustment. When you consider providing, coding, and billing for a service, it’s critical to consider three factors: Can the service be considered medically necessary by the…
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Avoid Roller Table Pitfalls Roller table type traction has been around for decades. Any patient will tell you it feels great and many doctors use it in their practice. Variations on roller table traction include full massage chairs that have the ability to lay flat and stretch the patient, as well as hydrobed massagers. These…
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Decompression Therapy Decompression therapy/mechanical spinal traction for chronic cervical and low back pain is described as an alternative, noninvasive, nonsurgical procedure of applying traction to the spine via a computer-driven table which controls the level of disc decompression. It is used in the treatment of neck and low back pain associated with disc herniation, degenerative…
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