Fee Schedule Update

In response to the original 2008 annual Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) update for the Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS) fee schedule, the 2008 document provides information on the new 2008 crosswalk codes for discontinued codes and an additional narrative or update if no crosswalk code is provided.

If you have further questions or comments, please contact ASHT Government Relations Services at 202.367.1175 or please contact your Medicare carrier at their toll free number.

Hand Therapy Awareness Week
The American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT) is sponsoring Hand Therapy Awareness & Injury Prevention Week, June 9-13, in an effort to increase recognition of the benefits of hand therapy and the importance of injury prevention. Click here to read the full press release.

Professional Liability Insurance
Professional Liability Insurance now available to ASHT Members through Healthcare Providers Service Organization (HPSO). Login to the members only area to learn more.

ASHT's May Product Spotlight
Get ready to celebrate Hand Therapy Awareness and Injury Prevention week, June 9-13, 2008. Now through May 31, 2008, members can purchase ASHT's Hand Therapy Awareness poster for $1.50 and 10 post-it notes for just $3.00. Click here to enter the marketplace.

President's Blog
Click here to read the most recent posting from President, Paige E. Kurtz, Ms, OTR/L, CHT. You can also post a comment or question to Paige directly through her blog throughout the year.

2008 Call for Awards Nominations
It's that time of year again – time to nominate deserving members and contributors for the Nathalie Barr Lectureship, Paul Brand Award of Professional Excellence, Lifetime Fellowship Award, and Honorary Membership Award to be presented at the 2008 Awards and Recognition Ceremony at ASHT's 31 st Annual Meeting in Boston, MA. Click here to login to the members only area for more information and nomination forms. Nominations deadline is June 19, 2008!

ASHT's Lunch and Learn Programs
Register today for ASHT's Lunch and Learn Program. Held in May, this innovative conference call provides a forum for seasoned hand therapists to interact with knowledgeable speakers and discuss diagnoses, surgeries and treatment options. By participating, you can ask questions that you never had time to pursue, or bring up a difficult or complicated case for discussion. Click here for more information and to register.

NEW - CHT Test Prep List Serv
Join ASHT's NEW CHT Test Prep List serv. This list serv is an opportunity for members to connect with other members who plan on taking the CHT exam. Seasoned therapists who are willing to share tips and tricks from their test experience are also encouraged to participate! Log in to the Member Center to join.