Why Your MET Practice Isn't Growing: 5 Business Mistakes MedExPROs Make
In this video, Dr. Mike reviews the major points that might keep your Medical Exercise Training (MET) practice from growing. He shares five common mistakes seen over 31 years of teaching Medical Exercise Specialists. He explains why itโs important to determine the types of exercise services you will offer and who your clients will be. Trying to help everyone initially might seem good, but it eventually leads to confusion and slows down your business growth. Itโs better to pick clear specialties and know exactly who your clients are.
Next, set your prices based on facts and research, not on feelings or what your competitors charge. You must know your real costs and understand the local market to set fair and profitable prices. Dr Mike also notes the need for using practice management systems, which are tools that help with tasks such as scheduling appointments, billing, documenting your work, and communicating with clients. These systems make your business run more smoothly.
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Navigating Opportunities with Chiropractors and Physical Therapists in MET โ 101 Tip 29
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, itโs 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 avoid pot...