Why is it important to document reasons for skilled therapeutic intervention in the initial evaluation?
A) To help the patient learn what activities are important for his or her return to work
B) To provide the caregiver or family with a home exercise program
C) To provide evidence to third-party payers that PT services are necessary
D) To prove to the treating facility that PT services are needed

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It is important to provide reasons for skilled therapeutic intervention so the third-party payer will reimburse the facility for those services and to determine why the caregiver, family, or patient cannot provide such care without those skilled services.

Why Is It Important to Document Reasons for Skilled Therapeutic