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Overcoming Overuse Part 4: Small Business Survival
The Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy
|January 1, 2021
Summary
Overuse in musculoskeletal health care is a significant issue. This editorial explores economic factors driving overuse and suggests strategies for profitable, high-quality private practice services.
Area of Science:
- Musculoskeletal Health
- Healthcare Economics
- Physical Therapy Practice Management
Background:
- The private sector in musculoskeletal health care faces challenges related to the overuse of services.
- Determining the optimal number of physical therapy visits per condition is a key concern.
- Practices question profitability when providing fewer services.