O&P clinicians’ passion for the profession lies in patient care and innovative solutions, not in navigating complex documentation, shifting reimbursement codes, or facing the constant threat of audits. Still, these administrative demands are more than a necessary burden; they are a critical component of a sustainable practice. As the reimbursement landscape grows more challenging, it is essential for every member of the O&P team, from clinicians to support staff, to understand the financial and compliance implications of their work.
Balancing clinical duties with administrative responsibilities can be particularly challenging for smaller practices. Brianna Sehrer, MSOP, CPO, O&P Specialists, Louisiana, operates in a clinician-owned company where she has refined her own version of that balancing act. As one of three clinicians in an eight-person practice, Sehrer manages her own patient load and the related coding and documentation, while also handling appeals and peer-to-peer review when insurance claims are denied.
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