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1. Secure Separate Medicare Benefit Category for Complex Rehab Technology- Support from the clinical community, especially those experienced in the field of wheeled mobility and seating brings meaningful credibility to this initiative. This is particularly important in our efforts to have Congress approve this legislation. CTF representatives are involved through the steering committee, coding and coverage committees as well as the supplier standards committee. The voice of the clinical community is present for each of the critical components of this important effort.
2. Work with APTA and AOTA to define professional standards and continued competencies in the practice area of CRT to ensure a prepared clinical workforce to meet the public need for CRT services.
- Participate in the Development of the AOTA Practice Document and Revision to the Guide to PT Practice
- Develop a CRT Resource Toolbox for Clinicians- The CTF recognizes that there continues to be a dearth of clinicians capable of fulfilling the clinical role in the CRT interprofessional team. The CTF will develop a “CRT Toolbox” of resources and identify a sustainable long term dissemination plan to reach the largest numbers. Resources for the toolbox will prepare clinicians for appropriate evaluation, thorough documentation, presentation of policy requirements and resources to keep current, etc. More details will be shared as the plan is formalized.
3. Develop a long term strategy to address evidence based practice policies impacting coverage and payment for CRT. Payers are increasingly denying access to technologies such as standing equipment and seat elevation. They are pointing to a lack of clinical evidence to demonstrate the products are effective in treating illness or injury. It is vital that appropriate levels of evidence be established for CRT products. The same levels applied to pharmaceuticals cannot be applied to devices.
4. Engage APTA, AOTA and other professional organizations in advocating for consumer access to CRT for individuals with disabilities- Again, the voice of the clinical community lends significant credibility to the separate benefit initiative.