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Course #1157
Performing a Successful Seating and Mobility Evaluation

Wed, Feb 29, 2012 at 10:30 am PST

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Course Abstract

This one hour seminar is designed to provide healthcare professionals and therapists with a working knowledge of performing a seating and mobility evaluation. Evaluation and assessment techniques and procedures will be presented, including measurement obtainment and a brief discussion on utilizing measurements to identify common asymmetries. The creation of letters of medical necessity will be discussed including key elements to include in such documentation to achieve success in obtaining the desired equipment for your clientele.

Course Learning Outcomes Preview Exam

  • After this course, participants will be able to list the four components of performing a seating and mobility evaluation and list one element of each of these components.
  • After this course, participants will be able to identify three measurements which are often associated with the presence of scoliosis and/or pelvic obliquities.
  • After this course, participants will be able to identify the general aspects of a letter of medical necessity and the framework which may be utilized to achieve the desired equipment for a client.
  • After this course, participants will be able to name three key phrases which may be utilized within letters of medical necessity to promote equipment approval.

Time-ordered Agenda

0-5 Minutes Intro and Accessing blank evaluation and Letter of Medical Necessity forms online
5-10 Minutes Performing the evaluation #1 Referral process
10-20 Minutes Component #2 Client assessment
20-35 Minutes Component #3 Obtaining measurements
35-45 Minutes Using measurements to identify asymmetries and deformities
45-55 Minutes Component #4 Writing a Letter of Medical Necessity
55-60 Minutes Wrap-up, Question and Answer

Average Rating +++++ (1 Reviews)

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Review by: Member on Wed Feb 29 2012
Very good slides, very thorough.

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Course Presenter

kirsten davin

Kirsten Davin, OTD, OTR/L, ATP

DR. KIRSTEN DAVIN, OTD, OTR/L, ATP, SMS is a licensed Occupational Therapist, certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) and Seating and Mobility Specialist (SMS), with extensive experience in a variety of practice areas including inpatient, acute care and intensive care units, as well as the Central Illinois Regional Burn Center.  She is the owner of a successful home health-based private practice, Escape Mobility Solutions, LLC, which is dedicated to evaluating individuals for custom forms of assistive technology, such as power and manual wheelchairs, seating and positioning systems, and augmentative and alternative communication.  She regularly conducts workshops on a national basis, regarding seating/positioning and assistive technology, and prides herself in offering entertaining and engaging seminars, and make learning fun.  Dr.Davin completed her undergrad studies in occupational therapy, and graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2001.  She received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy in 2007, from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah, where she now holds a faculty position.  

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