Suggestions For Starting a Health Care Program in
Low Vision Rehabilitation, Using Occupational Therapy
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DESIGNED BY:
MARY WARREN PhD, OTR/L, SCLV,
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Based on the writer's experience in developing one of the first outpatient rehabilitation programs in the United States
using occupational therapists to provide low vision rehabilitation. The book provides a practical, comprehensive guide
to starting a low vision rehabilitation program.
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Topics Include:
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- components of a low vision rehab program including the unique aspects
of these programs
- determining the target population and program services
- marketing the program to potential referral sources
- establishing the rehab team: who should provide the service
- minimum staff competencies: evaluation and treatment techniques
you should know
- documentation requirements: examples of forms, treatment plans and other
necessary paperwork
- required equipment, supplies and clinic space
- reimbursement sources and billing
- working with referral sources to ensure satisfaction and continued referrals
- resources for equipment and staff education and training
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Downloads a Acrobat pdf file
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