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Summary of Amendments to the HPCSA Ethical Rules of Conduct (Board Notice 510 of 2023)
Amendments to the HPCSA Ethical Rules published in Board Notice 510 in GG 49720

Martin Viljoen
Aug 223 min read


Physiotherapy Coding in South Africa
This is a blog on Physiotherapy Coding in South Africa

Martin Viljoen
Jul 154 min read


LOCUM: Employee vs Independent Contractor
This blog discusses the differences between a locum employee and locum independent contractor

Martin Viljoen
Jan 124 min read


NHI accreditation of primary care facilities – The impact on private practices
This blog discusses the impact of the proposed NHI accreditation of primary care facilities on current private practices

Martin Viljoen
Oct 2, 20243 min read


Physiotherapy after-hours and emergency codes: 0006 vs 72720/72721
This blog discusses the use of Physiotherapy after-hours and emergency billing codes

Martin Viljoen
Sep 1, 20244 min read


Outsourcing your Medical Billing
This blog discusses the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing medical billing

Martin Viljoen
Aug 22, 20246 min read


THE IMPORTANCE OF OUTCOME MEASUREMENTS AND REPORTING IN THE HEALTH SECTOR IN BOTH THE PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTORS IN SOUTH AFRICA
Outcome measurements and reporting play a crucial role in the health sector in both the private and public sectors in South Africa

Samantha Dunbar
Mar 25, 20242 min read


Enhance Your Practice with effective Patient Communication Strategies
Key strategies to enhance your patient communication skills and deepen your relationships with those you serve

Martin Viljoen
Feb 15, 20242 min read


To Incorporate or Not to
The question that health practitioners ask on a regular basis is whether it is a good idea to register a Personal Liability Company

Martin Viljoen
Feb 11, 20244 min read


SPLIT BILLING VERSUS BALANCE BILLING EXPLAINED
Split billing Explanation Split billing is when two different accounts are rendered - one to the patient (like an admin fee) and another...

Martin Viljoen
Jan 9, 20242 min read


THE IMPORTANCE OF SEPARATING YOUR BUSINESS AND PRIVATE MATTERS
When you start your practice, it may seem easier to keep your personal and business matters together, like having one banking account,...

Wilma Erasmus
Dec 10, 20235 min read


The Importance of Budgeting for Good Money Management
This article discusses the purpose of a Budget to build financial independence and financial freedom

Moira Wilson
Aug 23, 20233 min read


DISCOVERY HEALTH PHYSIOTHERAPY JOINT SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM (JSP)
Based on global best practice, Discovery Health (DH) is committed to working with the profession to build a shared-value, person centered...

Martin Viljoen
Jun 6, 20232 min read


Be a tax-savvy investor
You have until the end of the month to maximise your tax incentives and be a tax-savvy investor.

Annemie Nieman
Feb 8, 20232 min read


5 Tips to stay cyber-safe
Many of us might be winding down over the holiday period, but this is especially a time used by cyber criminals to target unsuspecting...

Pierre De Bruyn
Dec 7, 20222 min read


A closer look at assessment codes
Procedural coding, or billing, translates what was done clinically to an account, so that one can be remunerated for the treatment...

Marolien Schmidt
Nov 29, 20223 min read


Is your most valuable asset protected?
Hey Physio! What is your most valuable asset? If you are still in the process of building your physiotherapy practice, and are years away...

Martin Viljoen
Nov 10, 20222 min read


What is all the fuss about Patient Note Keeping?
Accurate medical note keeping is vital to the sustainability of a medical practice. Find out what the fuss is all about.

Martin Viljoen
Oct 19, 20224 min read


Medical Malpractice insurance. How much do I actually need ?
Medical Malpractice Insurance is a bespoke form of insurance specifically for Medical Practitioners which is tailored.

Moira Wilson
Aug 18, 20224 min read


Coding Faux pas: A coding lesson for physiotherapists
According to the dictionary, the definition of faux pas is “a significant or embarrassing error, mistake or a social blunder”. Now the...

Marolien Schmidt
Aug 1, 20224 min read
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