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Medicare Requirement - April 1,
2008:
A Group 2 single
power option or multiple power option PWC, any Group 3 or
Group 4 PWC, or a push rim activated power assist device for a
manual wheelchair must be provided by a supplier that employs
a RESNA-certified Assistive Technology Supplier (ATS) or
Assistive Technology Practitioner (ATP) who specializes in
wheelchairs and who has direct, in-person involvement in the
wheelchair selection for the patient.
This requirement is
being retained and will be effective for claims with dates of
service on or after April 1, 2008.
Why you should be RESNA certified?
The
RESNA credentialing program was designed to provide anyone
practicing in the area of Assistive Technology a basic
knowledge of these technologies, and how they interface with
each other to maximize the individual's function. In order to
accomplish this, professionals involved in the provision of AT
services, specifically those addressing seating and mobility
needs can further serve their clients and enhance the client's
function by having a working knowledge of the Assistive
Technology options that exist and understand how and when to
refer them to other practitioners. Earning a RESNA credential
provides increased credibility to the provider as well as the
industry as a whole. The ATP and ATS credentials also promote
quality assurance for the consumer, instills pride in the
service provider, while promoting a higher professional
standard in the Assistive Technology service provision.
NOTICE
While it is not
required, it is strongly recommended that you take the RESNA
prep course at least one month prior to sitting for the exam.
This will allow you adequate time to ensure you have a solid
foundation of the material necessary to be successful with the
exam.
RESNA Study Guide
Am I qualified to take one of the
RESNA exams?
Pride's RESNA
PREP COURSE & hosted RESNA exam(s) Upcoming Dates and
Locations:
2008
Seminar Tour
Registration for the following courses can be
processed
through our
Seminar
Tour
link.
Lexington,
KY
May 10th - PREP COURSE ONLY
Course co-hosted by Cardinal
Hill Rehab Hospital
Cardinal
Hill Rehab Hospital
Center of Learning
2050 Versailles
Rd.
Lexington, KY 40504
859-254-5701
Pride Prep
Course - 5/10/08 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Click
here to download Prep Course
registration form.
Atlantic City, NJ
June 11th &
12th
Trump Taj
Mahal Casino Resort
Prep Course Room - Opal C
1000
Boardwalk @ Virginia Ave
Atlantic City, NJ
08401
609-449-1000
Pride Prep Course – 06/11/08 (Fee
$125.00) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
RESNA exam – 06/12/08 (Fee
$500.00) 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Contact RESNA directly to
register for exam. You can download the exam application
from www.resna.org or call (703)
524-6686 ext. 314.
Exeter, PA
July 16th &
17th
Location TBD. Please visit
www.prideprovider.com/Education for up to date
information.
Pride Prep Course – 07/16/08 (Fee
$125.00) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
RESNA exam – 07/17/08 (Fee
$500.00) 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Contact RESNA directly to
register for exam. You can download the exam application
from www.resna.org or call (703)
524-6686 ext. 314.
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If you are interested in sitting for the RESNA
exam you must contact RESNA directly to register. Information,
exam dates and the application may be found at www.resna.org,
or you may call the
RESNA office at (703) 524-6686 x 314.
If you have any questions please contact Kristen
Kubasko via email:
kkubasko@pridemobility.com or via telephone:
(800) 800-8586 x 1071.
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