ITEM Coalition
Power Wheelchair Based Standing – Documentation & Advocacy Resources:
- ITEM Coalition – Formal Request for Reconsideration of the Medicare NCD for Seat Elevation and Standing on CRT Power W/Cs: NCD Reconsideration Request FINAL (D0908245-3).DOCX (wordpress.com)
- NCART – Evidence Based Response to Insurance Denials of Standing Devices – Medical Benefits, Evidence and Coverage Guidelines: Evidence and Guidance Supporting Coverage of Standing Devices- July 2021 (ncart.us)
- Stand for More Webinar – Panel Discussion on Advocating for Power Wheelchair Based Standing: Stand for more - Webinar Recording (permobil.com) - Speakers:Ashley Detterbeck, DPT, ATP/SMS, Clinical Education Manager – Central Region, Permobil; Nicole LaBerge, PT, ATP, Senior Physical Therapist and Assistive Technology Professional, Hennepin Healthcare; Joseph Letterio, Author and Consultant; Peter Thomas, Principal at Powers Law Firm & Coordinator of ITEM Coalition
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