PT & OT Connection: Continuing Education for Therapists

Bridging Direct and Related Services with the 3:1 Model of Collaborative Practice

School-based therapists often feel overwhelmed by high caseloads and limited time for collaboration, leading to fragmented services and reduced impact. The 3:1 model offers a structured approach that improves educational relevance, supports student outcomes, and helps prevent therapist burnout. This course provides practical tools, real-life examples, and scheduling strategies that can be applied immediately. Participants will leave equipped to implement the model, advocate for collaborative time, and enhance the quality of services in their school setting.
 
To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here.
 
The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Rehabilitation After ACL and ALL Ligament Reconstruction

This course explores the current best practices in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and anterolateral ligament (ALL) complex reconstruction and rehabilitation, offering physical therapists and physical therapist assistants an in-depth look at the evolving understanding of knee stability and post-surgical care. Topics include surgical advancements, the biomechanical role of the anterolateral ligament, rehabilitation phases, criteria-based progression, neuromuscular re-education, and return-to-sport decision-making. Participants will gain practical strategies rooted in evidence-based protocols that can be immediately applied in clinical settings. By the end of the course, attendees will be equipped with updated rehab frameworks, enhanced assessment tools, and functional progressions to support safe and efficient recovery for patients with complex knee injuries.
 
To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here.
 
The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Therapy Treatment Mode Guidelines for PDPM and Medicare Part B

Therapists face increased scrutiny around appropriate service delivery modes in rehab settings — particularly for concurrent, group, and co-treatment services. With reimbursement and compliance implications tied to correct usage, misapplication can result in overbilling, denials, and regulatory risk. In 2020, CMS clarified billing distinctions and accountability under PDPM, making it critical that rehab professionals know when and how to apply each mode within scope and regulation. This course provides practical, evidence-informed strategies to help therapy professionals understand, apply, and document group, concurrent, and co-treatment effectively. Participants will return to their setting equipped to ensure clinical appropriateness, enhance functional outcomes, and meet payer requirements — without sacrificing interdisciplinary collaboration or patient-centered care.
 
To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here.
 
The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Autism Types and Tailored Treatments for the 21st Century

This course provides a comprehensive overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and its different types, from classic autism to Asperger syndrome and the varying presentations of each type. Through an in-depth discussion of current research and evidence-based practices, participants will learn about the most effective treatments for individuals with ASD, including behavioral therapies, cognitive-behavioral interventions, pharmacological options, and emerging therapies such as neurofeedback and genetic-based treatments. Emphasizing individualized care, this course aims to equip professionals, caregivers, and advocates with the knowledge to select and apply appropriate therapeutic approaches based on the unique needs of each person with autism.
 
To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here.
 
The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Edema Essentials

Untreated edema can lead to more severe problems such as stasis dermatitis, discomfort/pain, venous ulcerations, progressed lymphedema and decreased mobility. By recognizing and intervening early, we as clinicians can make a significant impact on quality of life for our clients and possibly prevent the progression of this disease. Through improving your assessment skills at the bedside, you can empower your patients to make a significant change in the trajectory of their livelihood. Clinicians that are involved in rehabilitative medicine are a critical piece to guiding their patients to add wellness into their lifespan and demonstrate the impact early intervention can make in our clients’ lives.
This course will aim to improve the bedside assessment skills of edema, give practical intervention guidance and guide the clinician on specialist referral needs. Through step-by-step descriptions, this education aims to be applicable immediately after learning for edema assessment, interventions and goal setting.
 
To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here.
 
The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Maintenance Therapy

Clinicians-OTs, PTs, and assistants-did not go to therapy school to learn to write notes; unfortunately, clinical documentation is an essential part of every OT or PT visit. Anecdotal evidence and observation suggest that many therapists are documenting how they learned in school, whether that was 1 or 20 years ago. This course explores the current requirements of maintenance therapy. Clinicians will explore the art and science of compliant clinical documentation in the current therapy world.
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The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Home Health Value-Based Purchasing Model of 2025

The Home Health Value-Based Purchasing (HHVBP) model seeks to achieve four key objectives. 1) Improve the quality and efficiency of home health care 2) Improve the patient’s experience with care 3) Strengthen the patient’s physical function 4) Address the patient’s health issues before they require an ED visit. In 2025, CMS is launching an expanded Home Health Value-Based program to better compare provider quality and streamline the reporting process.
To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here.
The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Providing Optimal Care to Bariatric Patients

Obesity is a leading risk factor for chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and musculoskeletal disorders, with over 40% of adults in the U.S. affected. This podcast focuses on Bariatric Assessment and Treatment in Rehabilitation, equipping rehab professionals with the essential tools and knowledge to provide effective, individualized care for bariatric patients. Through evidence-based strategies, you will learn how to assess physical limitations, design tailored rehabilitation plans, and manage the unique challenges bariatric patients face during recovery. Enhance your expertise in optimizing functional outcomes and improving the overall quality of life for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery or managing obesity-related health concerns.
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The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.
 

The Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint

The Acromioclavicular (AC) joint is involved in approximately 40% of all shoulder injuries. The understanding of Its function and contributions to movements of the shoulder are limited despite being such a prevalent component of shoulder injuries. This course will discuss the relevant anatomy and biomechanics of the AC joint. It will discuss common pathologies seen in injuries and dysfunctions of this joint. Our discussion will also review the current evidence to provide the rehab practitioner with clinically relevant tools to help manage these patients.
To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here.
The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

PT and OT Evaluation Coding Essentials

On January 1, 2017 new Common Procedural Codes Terminology or CPT codes were formerly introduced for physical and occupational therapy evaluations. CPT, authored by the American Medical Association, aims to provide uniform language for health care professionals to code medical services. The goal is to streamline reporting, and to increase efficacy. The decision to modify evaluation coding came about after careful deliberation with AOTA, APTA, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, other insurers and other key stakeholders. Why is this change a huge win for PT and OT professionals? It allows us to capture the complexities of the patients you work with every day in practice. Prior to 2017 all evaluations were coded the same, regardless of the time, effort, and critical thinking skills needed by the therapist to perform the service. Now that we have coding options, how do we know which evaluation code to choose? And why does it even matter? Data is being compiled and could result in increased reimbursement in the near future. Therefore, PTs and OTs are charged with the responsibility of using critical thinking to select a code that accurately reflects the complexity of the evaluation.
This course will discuss the dos and don’ts of complexity code selection and several reasons why it is important to choose correctly; including ethical and legal considerations. Several case examples will be provided to integrate theory into practice, as well as a Complexity Code Selection Guide. Return to the clinic ready to code confidently and accurately every time. 
To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here.
The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.