Hi Nancy,
Yes, we use the riancorp low level laser. I’ve attached the website with all of
the information for it below:
Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) | LTU-904 | Postmastectomy
(riancorp.com)<https://www.riancorp.com/the-product/the-product-page>
While all/most of the current research is on breast cancer, we use the laser
with our head and neck cancer patients, gynecological and melanoma (or anyone
with LE swelling or abdominal, and genital lymphedema). We have had amazing
success with the abdominal lymphedema patients that have a lot of induration
and it has helped to soften up the skin greatly.
Please let me know if you have any other questions on it!
Dr. Abby Hegerfeld, PT, DPT
Board Certified Specialist in Oncologic Physical Therapy
Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT)
Credentialed Clinical Instructor (CCI)
Parkview Therapy Services: Outpatient Physical Therapist
Residency Preceptor: Parkview Oncology Residency
11143 Parkview Plaza Dr.
Suite 100
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
Phone: 260-266-4080
Fax: 260-266-4089
Clinic Hours:
Monday – Thursday : 9-5:30
Friday : 9-4:30
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Hi Abby-
Do you have any information on the particular machine you use? I am thinking of
purchasing one so I am looking fro recommendations
Thanks
Nancy Gage PT DPT
Director, Rehabilitation Services
(508) 210-5955
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We also have the low level laser that we use for lymphedema, scar tissue, and
axillary web syndrome and get great results.
Our therapy compliance told us that there is no code for it; so it is either a
no charge or you can bill under manual as long as its used with other manual
interventions (which is what we always do).
Dr. Abby Hegerfeld, PT, DPT
Board Certified Specialist in Oncologic Physical Therapy
Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT)
Credentialed Clinical Instructor (CCI)
Parkview Therapy Services: Outpatient Physical Therapist
Residency Preceptor: Parkview Oncology Residency
11143 Parkview Plaza Dr.
Suite 100
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
Phone: 260-266-4080
Fax: 260-266-4089
Clinic Hours:
Monday – Thursday : 9-5:30
Friday : 9-4:30
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We have a laser we’ve been using for about a month. We either use it as “no
charge” or most of the time combine with manual therapy. We have one hand
controlling the laser while other hand is completing MFR or MLD. So far,
getting some great results adding it to treatment!
Anna Buckmaster PT, DPT, CLT
Bozeman Health
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On May 26, 2022, at 7:39 PM, Yvonne Harrison
<ymptaz@xxxxxxxxx<mailto:ymptaz@xxxxxxxxx>> wrote:
Hi...I recently did this very same SBAR...I'm out of office until next week but
can send then...With regard to coding we use the code for fluidotherapy with a
note that it was low level laser.
On Thu, May 26, 2022, 9:41 AM Yoder, Sara M *HS
<SMY6G@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:SMY6G@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>> wrote:
Good afternoon,
I am working on an SBAR to get a low level laser for use in our clinic for scar
tissue/wound healing, fibrosis, axillary webbing, etc. For anyone who is using
one, what code(s) are you using to bill and do you know how well it is
reimbursed? Any suggestions to help with an SBAR to justify purchase of the
laser are appreciated as well!
Best,
Sara Yoder, PT, DPT, CLT
UVA health
Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center
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