CP assistive technology

Question 1

assistive technology

Answer 1

wide variety of devices and services

enhances abilities and participation

eliminated/modifies functional limitations

examples:
Positioning
Mobility
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Environmental Control
ADL
Recreation/leisure/play
Assistive hearing

Question 2

augmentative and alternative communicatino (AAC)

Answer 2

systems and devices that help people communicate with others

Question 3

simple voice output devices

Answer 3

single message: big mack, yakbacks
multiple messages: techspeak, dynavox
switches: mechanical, touch, sensory, sip/puff, voice/sound

Question 4

adapted chairs

Answer 4

bolster chair, corner chair, advancement chair

Question 5

static standers

Answer 5

supine stander, prone stander, free stander

Question 6

mobile stander

Answer 6

mobile push stander, seat stander

Question 7

car seats

Answer 7

car bed, spica car seat, car seat for older adults, EZ on vest

Question 9

selection process

Answer 9

family/team preferences

feature match

trial device

final rec with letter focused on medical necessity

feasible implementation and training plan

Question 10

how is medical necessity defined

Answer 10

“Medically necessary” means health care services, including diagnostic testing,
preventive services, and aftercare, that are appropriate, in terms of type, amount,
frequency, level, setting, and duration, to the beneficiary’s diagnosis or health
condition, and that:
(1) Help restore or maintain the beneficiary’s health, or
(2) Prevent deterioration or palliate the beneficiary’s condition, and
(3) Are the least costly, appropriate health service that is available, and
(4) Are not solely for the convenience of the beneficiary’s caregiver or a provider, and
(5) Are supported by documentation in the beneficiary’s medical records.

Question 11

LMN recs

Answer 11

1. Understand the law relating to insurance coverage
2. Understand the meaning of medical necessity
3. Gear your letter to your audience
4. State who you are in the opening sentence
5. Explain beneficiary’s condition
6. Describe the equipment
7. Explain how the equipment can replace other expenses and is cost-effective
8. Address insurer’s definition of medical necessity
9. Make the beneficiary a real person facing a difficult adversity
10. Enclose a copy of the prescription
11. Download and print out pictures of the product

Question 12

key takeaways

Answer 12

1) Assistive Technology includes a wide variety of equipment, devices, and services
2) AAC comes in a variety of forms and levels of technology
3) Use your resources to help write strong letters of medical necessity
4) Consider temporary DIY methods while waiting for equipment
5) Advocate for inclusive community spaces and accessible playgrounds!