"MET 101 eBook - Tip 31" provides valuable insights for medical exercise professionals on how to grow their practice by building strong referral relationships with healthcare providers. The speaker outlines the role of medical exercise trainers in complementing, rather than replacing, physical therapists, chiropractors, and other medical professionals. One of the key themes is the importance of establishing communication with medical professionals and positioning yourself as a trusted partner in the patient's rehabilitation journey. Here are the main points discussed:

• Medical Exercise Training’s Role:
  MET professionals serve as the “eyes and ears” of the medical community, ensuring safe and effective exercise programs for clients with medical conditions.
• Communication with Medical Providers:
  Many medical exercise professionals fail to communicate with healthcare providers, missing out on valuable referrals. Sending regular progress reports and updates can keep the...

Hello Medical Exercise Specialists, tip 30 from our "Medical Exercise Training 101" eBook, addresses the question: "Can I set up my medical exercise (ME) practice?"

Dr. Mike enthusiastically encourages medical exercise professionals to establish their practices, emphasizing the importance of this step for both personal growth and the profession's advancement. He explains that starting a private practice, whether from home, within a health club, going to clients’ homes, or renting space from a medical professional, can significantly enhance accountability and professionalism. This, in turn, helps elevate the industry's standards and fosters greater respect from medical professionals and the broader community.

Key points include:

• The value of gaining at least one year of experience working with a wide range of medical exercise clients before going independent.
• The growing demand for medical exercise training worldwide, and the opportunity for professionals to bridge the gap...

Medical Exercise Training 101 eBook Tip 29 addresses the common question: "Can I work for a chiropractor or registered physical therapist?"

Dr Mike confirms that medical exercise professionals can indeed work in these settings, either as employees or contractors. As an employee, you might work as a rehab aide or exercise technician under the supervision of a licensed medical provider, learning valuable exercise techniques that can later be applied in your own practice. As a contractor, it’s crucial to distinguish between providing exercise services and administering physical therapy or chiropractic care (under the supervision of the licensed medical provider) to ensure clear communication with clients and compliance with regulations.

Ddr. Mike also highlights the importance of understanding Medicare guidelines, which restrict non-licensed staff from working with Medicare patients within a physical therapy clinic. This is vital knowledge for medical exercise professionals to...

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Why The AMES Manual is a Must-Have:

Comprehensive Content: Spanning an impressive 1,228 pages, this manual is a treasure trove of knowledge accumulated over three decades of medical exercise education and outcomes. It encompasses everything you need to master medical exercise training, including detailed protocols, assessment guidelines, documentation forms, and specialized exercise programs.

In-Depth Sections: Dive into 30 meticulously crafted sections that go beyond basic exercises. These sections focus on management guidelines essential for handling clients with complex medical conditions and multiple comorbidities....

Expanding Your Medical Exercise Practice: Serving Athletes and Children - MET 101 Tip 28

In tip 28 of the MET 101 eBook series, Dr. Mike Jones explores an exciting opportunity for medical exercise professionals: offering services to athletes and children. This tip addresses whether it's feasible and beneficial to extend Medical Exercise (ME) services to these groups.

Key Takeaways:

1. Serving Young Athletes:
• Young athletes, those recovering from injuries, represent a significant market for ME professionals. After they complete physical therapy and receive medical clearance, they often need specialized exercise programs to continue to enhance their performance.
• Working with young athletes not only helps them it also increases community exposure. Families of athletes often become future clients, broadening your base.
• Techniques for young athletes are similar to those used with adult clients, but programs should be adjusted to meet higher functional outcomes.
2. Addressing Childhood...

In the 26th tip from the MET 101 eBook series, Dr. Mike addresses a common question among physical therapists: "Can I bill for Medical Exercise (ME) Services?" This tip offers valuable guidance on how to properly structure and seek payment for these services once a patient has been discharged from physical therapy.

Key Points:

1. Distinguishing Patients from Clients:
• Dr. Mike emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between patients and clients. Once patients are discharged from physical therapy, they transition to being clients for MET services.
2. Billing for ME Services:
• Physical therapists can bill for MET services through a monthly membership model. It is crucial to communicate clearly with insurance carriers, clients, and referral sources that the services provided are not physical therapy but a structured exercise program.
• The billing should reflect a monthly membership fee rather than using CPT codes, which are typically associated with physical therapy...

As the demand for medical exercise training grows globally, we understand the challenges medical exercise professionals face in setting up their practices and marketing their services. While working with clients comes naturally, the administrative and marketing aspects can be daunting. To support you in these crucial areas, the Medical Exercise Training Institute is excited to offer a special on our documentation and communication package.

Introducing the Essential MET Forms Kit

Starting your practice requires just the essential administrative and assessment forms, and we’ve made it easier and more affordable for you. Our Essential MET Forms Kit includes 10 fundamental forms every medical exercise business need:

1. MET Referral Form
2. Physician's Release Form
3. MET Assessment Summary
4. MET Progress Report
5. Gait/Function Assessment Form
6. MET Training Session Log
7. Release of Information Form
8. Client Intent to Exercise Form
9. MET Medical History Form
10. MET...

Physical Therapist/Chiropractor: Optimize Medical Exercise Programs - MET 101 eBook Tip #25

In the latest tip from the MET 101 eBook series, Dr. Mike provides valuable insights on selecting the right personnel to run Medical Exercise (ME) programs. Tip #25 specifically addresses physical therapists, offering guidance on hiring and training rehab technicians to manage aftercare for discharged patients.

Dr. Mike emphasizes that ME programs are designed to complement physical therapy, chiropractic care, and other medical services, ensuring continuous rehabilitation through structured exercise. The ongoing need for exercise is paramount for patients transitioning out of direct medical supervision.

Ideal Candidate Selection: According to Dr. Mike, the best candidate to manage an ME program is a rehab technician with at least one year of experience within the facility. These technicians should ideally complete the Medical Exercise Specialist Training Series (MEST) program. This program...

Medical Exercise Training: Why Medical Exercise Specialists Will Dominate the Next 20 Years

Over the next two decades, the need for Medical Exercise Specialists is poised for exponential growth, driven primarily by the aging Baby Boomer generation. This demographic shift, combined with several key factors, will elevate the importance and recognition of medical exercise training in managing chronic diseases and improving overall health outcomes. Here are seven principal reasons why medical exercise training will see significant growth in the coming years:

1. Recognition from the Medical Community

As the benefits of exercise in managing chronic diseases become more evident, the medical community increasingly recognizes the importance of integrating exercise into management plans. Physicians are beginning to see medical exercise training as a critical component of comprehensive care for individuals with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis. This growing...

As medical exercise professionals, developing and maintaining strong relationships with medical providers is essential for building a successful practice. In the latest tip from the Medical Exercise Training 101 eBook series, Dr. Mike underscores the importance of integrating structured, protocol-based aftercare programs in physical therapy clinics, chiropractic offices, and other rehab settings.

Key Highlights:

1. Understanding the Need for Aftercare Programs Insurance carriers are increasingly reducing reimbursements for physical therapy services, leading to patients being discharged without adequate follow-up care. To bridge this gap, Dr. Mike advocates for the establishment of aftercare programs. These programs provide structured exercise protocols for patients whose insurance benefits have been exhausted but who still require supervised exercise to manage their conditions.
2. Developing Protocol-Based Programs Dr. Mike emphasizes that aftercare programs must be protocol-based to...