ONLINE Continuing Education - Courses Listed by School/Organization

American Academy of Continuing Medical Education www.iircme.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	CME Courses	"To provide medical professionals the highest quality of continuing medical education anywhere in the world." All of the courses supplied are from world class speakers and institutes. The courses will be updated every 5-6 weeks which makes it possible to request certain therapeutic areas that you would like to see on our website.		www.iircme.com/iir/about/courses.asp
American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists www.oandp.org
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Paul E. Leimkuehler Online Learning Center	A comprehensive system that provides practitioners access to exceptional educational programming year 'round from the comfort of their home or office.		www.oandp.org/olc/
American Society of Orthopedic Professionals www.castingworkshop.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	The Manual of Fracture Casting and Bracing	The First Manual of Fracture Casting to be published in 35 years. A step by step instructional course in text, video and pictures.	8.5 Category 1 Category 2	www.castingworkshop.com
Bledsoe Brace Systems www.bledsoebrace.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Bledsoe Educational Series	Articles		www.bledsoebrace.com/education/education.htm
	Video Series	Video/CD Series		www.bledsoebrace.com/tapes/tapes.htm
California Distance Learning Health Network www.cdlhn.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Courses & Programs	Many of the courses we promote offer continuing education for physicians, nurses and other healthcare workers. We produce and promote courses on a variety of public health topics and strive to bring the most up-to-date information.		www.cdlhn.com/e-satelliteupdate.info
Clinical Education Concepts www.cecpo.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Transform Your Practice - Webinar	"Transform Your Practice by Providing Clinical Education" - To survive and prosper in today's healthcare arena, O&P Facilities will need to develop a marketing strategy that provides ongoing access to referral sources. One such strategy is a clinical education program. Practitioners will learn how to develop a series of continuing education programs that provide value and CE credits to other professionals.	Category 1 1.5 Category 2	TBD Contact: Tom (631) 553-8039
DMETRAIN / Aspirant Education www.dmetrain.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Abnormalities of the Knee	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1600 - This course discusses problems associated with the knee and provides insight into diagnostic methods to determine the extent of a knee injury as well as key tips to prevent knee injuries.	1 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Bloodborne Pathogens and Infection Control	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - A1004 - This course discusses OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) and details for those healthcare workers at risk for acquiring bloodborne pathogens during the performance of work duties and what precautions must be taken to reduce these risks. This course will also discuss the legal requirements businesses must perform in order to comply with OSHA's BBP standard.	1.8 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Gradient Compression Stockings & Coverage	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - V5100 - This course discusses gradient compression stockings and the information a customer service representation will need for proper fitting of the patient, including the various disease processes and conditions that may necessiate the need for compression stockings. In addition, the various types of stockings that are available for patient use are covered in this course.	2 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Terminology Standards: Orthotics and Prosthetics	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - V5020 - This course provides clinical staff, and those preparing for orthotic & prosthetic certification, to learn the standard planes of the body, joint movements, and anatomical landmarks. By learning (and keeping up-to-date), clinical professionals can provide better patient care and foster a more uniform level of communication with other clinical professionals.	1 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1605 - This course details the signs and symptoms, diagnostic methods, causes, and treatments for rheumatic diseases. Common myths associated with rheumatic diseases and topics of current research are also covered in this course.	1.8 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Brain & Spinal Cord Tumors	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1350 - This course details the incidence and prevalence, signs and symptoms, diagnostic methods, causes, and treatment for brain and spinal cord tumors. Current research on tumors is also discussed in this course.	2 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Cerebral Palsy	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1460 - This course details the prevalence, signs and symptoms, diagnostic methods, causes, and treatments for cerebral palsy.	2 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Diabetes	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1500 -This course details the prevalence, signs and symptoms, diagnostic methods, risk factors, and treatment for diabetes.	1.4 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Foot and Ankle Injuries	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1670 - This course will provide an overview on the anatomy of the foot and ankle. Common conditions and injuries and their treatments will be discussed in this course.	1 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Joint Replacement	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1630 -This course covers joint replacement surgeries, including risk factors and methods to determine when a joint replacement is necessary. Specific details of hip and knee replacements are also discussed.	1.2 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Osteoarthritis	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1615 -This course details the incidence and prevalence, diagnosis and treatments of osteoarthritis. Methods of managing the disease and research currently being conducted are also discussed in this course.	1.2 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Parkinson's Diseases	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1455 - This course details the prevalence, signs and symptoms, diagnostic methods, causes, and treatment for Parkinson's diseases.	2 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Sport Injuries	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1680 - This course details the prevalence, signs and symptoms, diagnostic methods, causes, and treatment for Sport Injuries.	1.6 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Stroke	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1480 - This course details the prevalence, signs and symptoms, diagnostic methods, causes, and treatments for strokes.	2 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
	Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury	Subscription-Based Employee Training Website - W1490 - This course details the incidence and prevalence, signs and symptoms, causes and risk factors, and diagnosis and treatments associated with traumatic brain injuries. Current research and prevention techniques are also discussed in this course.	1.6 Category 1 Category 2	Internet Access - Contact: Taunya (413) 736-9100
DMERC A Program Education & Training www.dmerc.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Live Online Seminars/Workshops	A calendar of educational events, conducted at a variety of locations throughout our service area, which enables you to attend a live session from the comfort of your own office, meeting room, or home.		www.umd.nycpic.com/dmprovcaln.html#seminars
	Tutorials	Pre-recorded training sessions that allow you the flexibility of participating at anytime, from anywhere, on your owm schedule.		www.umd.nycpic.com/dme-eduonline.html
Heritage Medical www.heritage-medical.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Bracing the Arthritic Knee - Webinar	"Bracing the Arthritic Knee: Understanding the AAOS Guidelines and Position Statement" -The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons released a guideline for treating OA in 2008. Participants will learn how this guideline negatively effected our industry and how to defend the use of knee braces to orthopedic surgeons. A new measuring system for eliminating cast molds will also be taught.	2.5 Category 1 Category 2	TBD Contact: Tom (631) 553-8039
Kassel Group, Inc. www.kasseledu.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	ATi Orthotic Fitter Course (On-line)	(Approval as Entry-Level Education Program) This comprehensive course meets and exceeds all educational requirements to qualify to sit for the BOC orthotic fitter certification exam. ( It also qualifies for BOC CE credits). In addition to the online course, a one-day hands-on fitting lab is required to complete the course.	34.75 Category 1 2.5 Category 2	Contact: Lois (888) 265-6077
Medi USA, L.P. www.mediusa.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Measuring for Medi Custom Flat Knit Garments	"What is Lymphedema and How to Measure for Medi Custom Flat Knit Garments - At Home" This course is to teach fitters how to measure and fit for medi custom flat knit garments.	3 Category 1 Category 2	TBD Call: Michael (336) 449-4440
	Medi Liners: Casting, Modifications & Lamination	"Medi Liners: Casting, Modifications & Lamination Techniques" This online video captures proper liner sizing and casting modification techniques. Baseline lamination layup and alignment with medi components are demonstrated as well.	1 Category 1 Category 2	TBD Call: Nicolas (336) 449-4440
MindIQ Corporation www.mindiq.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	E-Learning (Design-a-Course)	Designs and delivers customized web-based courseware and course development software.		www.mindiq.com
Nearly Me Technologies, Inc. nearlyme.org
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Breast Forms and Mastectomy Bras	A visual step-by-step, hands-on mastectomy fitting with voice over and instructions on how to fit a mastectomy patient.	2 Category 1 Category 2	Customer's Request Call: (800) 887-3370
Ohio Willow Wood www.owwco.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Discover LimbLogic VS:	"It's What You've Been Missing" This course is the second in a series of three online courses providing instruction in the use of the LimbLogic VS.	2 Category 1 Category 2
	Take the Guesswork out of Elevated Vacuum	This course is the first in a series of three online courses providing instruction in the use of the LimbLogic VS.	1 Category 1 Category 2
Pedorthic Footwear Association www.pedorthics.org
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Anatomy & Pathophysiology for the Pedorthist	(Webinar: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Eastern Time) We will review basic musculoskeletal anatomy of the foot and ankle and discuss fundamental biomechanical considerations. This educational opportunity is designed primarily for the newly-certified pedorthist.	1.5 Category 1 Category 2
POINT Health Centers of America www.pointhca.com
	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Advance Directives	HR013 - This course provides information about the types of advance directives available.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Advanced Beneficiary Notice	BILL002 - This course explains the Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN), its purpose and how to use it appropriately.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Advanced Determination of Medicare Benefits	BILL017 - The Advanced Determination of Medicare Benefits (ADMC) is a process by which your local Medicare carrier will provide you and the beneficiary with a coverage decision prior to delivery of an item. This course describes the ADMC process.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Am I at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes?	DMGT011 - This course examines the signs and symptoms of Type 2 diabetes, and explains what a person can do to prevent or delay the development of the disease.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Americans with Disabilities Act	HR001 - This course provides information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the world's first comprehensive civil rights law for people with disabilities.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Avoiding Fraud and Forgery - Part 1	BUS015a - Provides information about how small businesses can fight back by first recognizing a fraud, forgery or embezzlement attempt, and then taking appropriate action. This course focuses on negotiable instruments.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Avoiding Fraud and Forgery - Part 2	BUS015b - Provides information about how small businesses can fight back by first recognizing a fraud, forgery or embezzlement attempt, and then taking appropriate action. This course focuses on check forgery and credit card fraud.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Avoiding Fraud and Forgery - Part 3	BUS015c - Provides information about how small businesses can fight back by first recognizing a fraud, forgery or embezzlement attempt, and then taking appropriate action. This course focuses on embezzlement.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Back Safety	SAFE009 - This course discusses the potential causes of back injuries, and how to avoid them.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Basic First Aid	SAFE020 - This course is designed to provide you with awareness of basic first aid principles and the importance of first aid training courses.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Building Managed Care Business	BUS008 - This course takes a look at managed care and provides suggestions on how an HME company can implement managed care into its marketing strategy.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Business Planning - A Financial View	BUS011 - Planning your business is central to its success over the long term. Business planning takes many forms, but there are three steps common to any business planning process. This course will discuss those steps in detail.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Childhood Obesity: A Lifelong Threat to Health	DMGT019 - This course examines the group of children ages 2 to 17 with Body Mass Index (BMI) values at or above the 95th percentile (referred to as obese), and those with BMI values between the 85th and 95th percentiles (referred to as at risk for obesity).	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	CMNs and DTFs	BILL003 - This course introduces you to Certificates of Medical Necessity (CMNs) and DME MAC Information Forms (DIFs), which are used by durable medical equipment suppliers to demonstrate that an item they provide meets the minimal criteria for Medicare coverage.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Consultative Selling Strategies	SELL008 - This course introduces the concept of "consultative selling" whereby the customer is given the sense that he or she is always in control of the decision-making process.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Continuous Cold Therapy for Post-Operative Pain	REHB015 - Continuous Cold Therapy for Post-Operative Pain Control – This course addresses the use of continuous cold therapy (CCT) to manage post-operative pain.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Creating Efficiency	OPS009 - This course provides strategies to help you create efficiencies within your company, efficiencies that will prepare you for increased financial limitations.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Credit Card Processing 101	BUS014 - This course provides you with important information about how the credit card system works, some things to watch out for, and your responsibilities as a merchant.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Customer Service Strategies	CUST001 - In this course you will discover the needed techniques to provide excellent customer service and how to monitor your service.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Developing a Fire Prevention Plan	SAFE018 - This course explains the minimal information that is required in an FPP.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Developing a New Employee Orientation Program	HR002 - This course will cover how to effectively develop, deliver and evaluate a successful new employee orientation program. This course also includes a variety of useful checklists, activities and evaluation forms.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Developing an Emergency Action Plan	SAFE017 - This course will help you determine if you are required to have an EAP for your company. If you are required to have an EAP, this course will guide you through the development of an EAP.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Disease Management Programs	DMGT001 - Disease management is one approach that aims to provide better care while reducing the costs of caring for the chronically ill.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Electronic Communications	COMP003 - Electronic technology in the form of email and the Internet has transformed the workplace in more ways than anyone could have imagined 10 years ago. These technological advances, while beneficial, pose special problems for employers.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	E-Mail and Voice Mail Etiquette	COMP004 - This course focuses on the appropriate use of two of the most powerful communication tools at our disposal today: e-mail and voice mail.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Employee Orientation	HR003 - This course describes how to develop an effective orientation program.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Employment Law	BUS003 - This course will provide an overview of federal employment law and the principles on which it is based.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Ergonomics: Computer Workstations - Part 1	SAFE012a - This course is the first of a 3-part series that illustrates simple, inexpensive principles that will help you create a safe and comfortable computer workstation.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Ergonomics: Computer Workstations - Part 2	SAFE012b - This course is the second of a 3-part series that illustrates simple, inexpensive principles that will help you create a safe and comfortable computer workstation.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Ergonomics: Computer Workstations - Part 3	SAFE012c - This course is the third of a 3-part series that illustrates simple, inexpensive principles that will help you create a safe and comfortable computer workstation.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	External Breast Prosthesis - Billing Procedures	BILL008 - This course addresses the billing and coverage of external breast prosthesis for women who have had a mastectomy.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Fall Prevention	SAFE016 - This course contains information about the prevalence and results of falls, and provides information that HME providers can share with their older clients to minimize the risk of falling.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Financial Management Basics for the HME Provider	BUS010 - Planning your business is central to its success over the long term. Business planning takes many forms, but there are three steps common to any business planning process. This course will discuss those steps in detail.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Fire Extinguisher Systems	SAFE019 - This course discusses the use of portable fire extinguishers and fixed fire extinguishing systems in the workplace.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	First Impressions: You Only Get One Shot	CUST005 - This course provides you the tools for handling first impression opportunities.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Functional Knee Bracing: Science or Psychology	REHB017 - This course provides information that physical rehabilitation clinicians can use when deciding whether or not to use functional knee bracing during the treatment of significant knee joint injuries.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Handling Complaints	SELL003 - This course examines the power of a complaint, how it affects your business reputation, and provides strategies for solving the problem.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Hazard Communication	SAFE003 - In 1983, the Federal Government established the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. This standard is designed to protect employees who use hazardous materials on the job. This course is an overview of that Standard.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Health Care Workers and Bloodborne Pathogens	INF003 - This course provides information about how health care workers can minimize the risk of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Health Risks of Being Overweight	DMGT002 - This course examines the health risks of being overweight.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Hepatitis C: Issues, Economics and Care Strategies	DMGT017 - This course will present an overview of hepatitis C (HCV) economics, testing and treatment interventions.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	HIPAA and HME: Introduction	HIP001 - This course provides an overview of HIPAA and its Administrative Simplification standards.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	HIPAA and HME: Privacy Rule	HIP002 - This course addresses the HIPAA privacy standards, commonly known as the HIPAA Privacy Rule	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	HIPAA and HME: Security Rule	HIP003 - This course addresses the HIPAA security standards, commonly known as the HIPAA Security Rule.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	HME Business Insurance 101	BUS002 - This course will explain the types of home medical equipment (HME) business insurance you need, and certain coverages that you must maintain.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	How to Apply for a National Provider Identifier	BILL014 - This course explains the NPI and how to obtain one.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	How to Dissect Your Accounts	SELL010 - This course provides you strategies to look a little deeper into your accounts -- to "dissect" them -- to find out what makes them tick.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Humility Will Get You Nowhere:	BUS007 - "A Guide to Self-Promotion" - Provides the HME business owner with some common-sense principles to promoting his or her business.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse	HR014 - This course provides tips on identifying child abuse, and explains how you report your suspicions.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Identifying and Reporting Elder Abuse	HR015 - This course provides tips on identifying elder abuse, and explains how you can report your suspicions.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Identity Theft - Part 1	BUS005a - This course defines identity theft and what you can do to minimize your risk of becoming a victim of the crime.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Identity Theft - Part 2	BUS005b - This course discusses what you can do if you become a victim of identity theft.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Impact of Standards of Practice on Case Management	BUS009 - This course addresses case management Standards of Practice (SOP) and the impact the standards have on the delivery of case management.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Implications of Immobility	REHB016 - This course reviews the effects of immobility on the human body.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Indoor Air Quality	SAFE011 - This course provides information about the types of health problems that indoor air contaminants can create, and recommendations that employers can implement to safeguard against those problems.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Interviewing and Hiring	HR004 - This course will assist you in developing a framework to structure an interview in a lawful manner.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Introduction to Bone Growth Stimulators	PEC009 - This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to non-invasive bone growth stimulators.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Introduction to Patient Receivable Management	BILL018 - This course provides an overview of patient billing and collection. The course is geared toward billing managers and customer service/intake employees.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Keys to Managing Your Stress	HR005 - In this course, you will learn powerful ways to stop stress even before it arrives. You will also learn effective ways of handling the stress that does occur in your life, through healthy, productive outlets.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Learning Microsoft Excel – Part 1	COMP001a - In this first part, you will learn about spreadsheets, take a virtual "tour" of Excel, and be introduced to basic spreadsheet terms and definitions.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Learning Microsoft Excel – Part 2	COMP001b - In this second part, you will learn how to create an Excel spreadsheet	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Learning Microsoft Excel – Part 3	COMP001c - In this final part, you'll continue building the spreadsheet you started in Part 2 of this series.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Managing Diversity in the Workplace	HR006 - This course will place emphasis on recognizing the uniqueness in everyone.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Managing Your Healthcare	HR007 - The goal of this course is to provide you information and suggestions to effectively manage your health care while taking a proactive approach toward holding down the cost.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Medical Terminology - Part 1	DMGT008a - This course is based on the "Short Course in Medical Terminology" written by Dr. William J. Dyche, Professor of Anatomy, Des Moines University -- Osteopathic Medical Center. Because these modules build on one another, it is highly recommended that you complete this series in order: Part 1, then Part 2, then Part 3.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Medical Terminology - Part 2	DMGT008b - This course is based on the "Short Course in Medical Terminology" written by Dr. William J. Dyche, Professor of Anatomy, Des Moines University -- Osteopathic Medical Center. Because these modules build on one another, it is highly recommended that you complete this series in order: Part 1, then Part 2, then Part 3.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Medical Terminology - Part 3	DMGT008c - This course is based on the "Short Course in Medical Terminology" written by Dr. William J. Dyche, Professor of Anatomy, Des Moines University -- Osteopathic Medical Center. Because these modules build on one another, it is highly recommended that you complete this series in order: Part 1, then Part 2, then Part 3.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Medicare Appeals Process	BILL019 - The participant will learn the changes that have occurred in the Medicare Appeals Process and the necessary steps that need to be taked in the process.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Medicare Basics for Case Managers	BILL015 - This course will help you become familiar with some general information about Medicare.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Medicare Basics-How to Get Started as a Supplier	BILL012 - This course will help you become familiar with some general information about Medicare. You will learn how to determine if your client is Medicare eligible, and how Medicare eligibility is determined. You will learn how to find pricing and coding information.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Minimizing the Risk of Wound Infections	OWC005a - This course contains two articles: one about avoiding the resistance pitfall in infection control, and the other about reducing the risk of wound infections.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Noise and Hearing Conservation	SAFE010 - This course provides you with information about noise and its potential health effects.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	NSC: How to Reapply for a Medicare Supplier Number	BILL013c - This course is designed to assist the learner in navigating the Medicare DMEPOS (Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies) re-enrollment process to retain a supplier number.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	NSC:How to Apply for a New Medicare Supplier #	BILL013b - This course is designed to assist the learner in navigating the Medicare DMEPOS (Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies) enrollment process to obtain a new supplier number.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Obesity Among Older Americans	DMGT003 - This course examines the obesity epidemic among older Americans and how it affects their health and daily lives.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene	INF004 - This course addresses the importance of applying industrial hygiene principles, developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), to make the workplace a safe environment for all employees.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of ALS	DMGT024 - This course provides an overview of Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Arthritis	DMGT027- Arthritis is a complex disorder that comprises more than 100 distinct conditions that can affect people at any stage of life. This course provides an overview of two of the most common forms of arthritis: osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. This course also looks at a condition few people associate with children: juvenile arthritis.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Cystic Fibrosis	DMGT016 - This course provides an overview of the disease, including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Diabetes	DMGT010 - This course provides an overview of the disease, providing definitions of diabetes and pre-diabetes, prevention tips and statistics related to one of the most under-diagnosed and deadly of diseases.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy	DMGT009 - This course examines Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, the most common of the muscular dystrophies.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Ergonomics	SAFE008 - This course provides information about ergonomics that all health care providers should be aware of.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Guillain-Barre Syndrome	DMGT006 - This course provides an overview of the disorder, including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Hepatitis B	DMGT023 - This course provides an overview of hepatitis B, how it is spread, its symptoms and diagnoses, and its vaccination.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of HIV/AIDS	DMGT024 - This course provides an overview of HIV, how it is spread, its symptoms and diagnoses, and its vaccination.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Multiple Sclerosis	DMGT015 - This course provides an overview of the disease, including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Osteoporosis	DMGT007 - This course examines this serious world-wide health problem.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Parkinsons Disease	DMGT014 - This course provides an overview of the disease, including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Pressure Ulcer Etiology - Part 1	OWC006a - Ultimately discussion will focus on pressure ulcers, this first part provides foundational knowledge regarding the skin, normal physiology of healing, and factors affecting healing and repair.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Pressure Ulcer Etiology - Part 2	OWC006b - This course will review the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) staging guidelines of pressure ulcers and the risk factors for developing a pressure ulcer.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Pressure Ulcer Etiology - Part 3	OWC006c - This course will review the basic strategies in the management of pressure ulcers.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of the Immune System	DMGT005 - This course explains how the immune system works, how vaccinations work to ward off existing and emerging infectious diseases, and some of the great strides that are being made to detect, treat and prevent disorders of the immune system.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Overview of Tuberculosis	DMGT018 - This course provides an overview of the disease, distinguishing between active and latent TB, and explaining how a person is tested for TB.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Paperless Office: Document Imaging	OPS008 - This course addresses the concept of document imaging and storage as a method for reducing the overall cost of handling paper in an HME operation.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Preventing Workplace Violence	SAFE015 - Assaults represent a serious safety and health hazard within these industries. OSHA's violence prevention guidelines provide the agency's recommendations for reducing workplace violence. This course provides an overview of those guidelines.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Prevention and Early Intervention of Wounds	OWC003 - This course focuses on wound healing and local aspects of wound care.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Reading and Interpreting Financial Statements	BUS016 - Many owners and managers of medical equipment dealerships may have limited financial education. Understanding financial statements will help you understand the worth of your business, and thus make better decisions using that information. This course provides basic information to help read and understand financial statements.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Recruiting & Retaining Employees - Part 1	HR012a - This first part of the series focuses on recruiting the best people for your company.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Recruiting & Retaining Employees - Part 2	HR012b - This second part of the series focuses on the resume screening process, filling an open position, and retaining your best employees.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Reimbursement 101	BILL004 - This course will provide you suggestions on how your billing process can operate at peak efficiency.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Retaining the Customers You Already Have	CUST002 - This course defines customer service, who the customer is, how to deal with customers effectively, and proper telephone techniques.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Safety in the Workplace – Part 1	SAFE006a - In this first part of the series, we'll address the areas of responsibility for enforcing safety rules within your company; how to identify, analyze and control hazards within your facility; the types of inspections you should be conducting in your workplace; and the type of safety training your company should be offering to your employees.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Safety in the Workplace – Part 2	SAFE006b - In this second part of the series, we'll address procedures to report and investigate accidents and other emergencies; basic safety rules and standards your company should consider adopting; how to handle hazard communication, bloodborne pathogens and process safety management.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Sales Account Management	SELL001 - This course will help you sharpen your skills in sales account management. Topics range from information you should record in an account to sales presentation techniques.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Sales and Marketing Strategies	SELL002 - This course outlines why you should understand your customer and your own strengths and weaknesses in order to form effective sales and marketing strategies.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Seating:The Forgotten (Pressure Ulcer) Risk Factor	REHB024 - In this course, we'll review risk factors, basic equipment set up and relevant clinical research.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Sexual Harassment Training for Employees	HR008 - This course covers how to identify sexual harassment and its legal aspects. It reminds us all of the importance of treating those we come in contact with in the workplace with dignity and respect.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Sexual Harassment Training for Managers	HR009 - This course discusses sexual harassment: how to identify it, its legal aspects, how to prevent it from happening in your organization, and how to conduct an effective investigation.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Sharps Injury Prevention	INF001a - This course contains two articles: one addressing the implementation of a sharps-injury prevention program, and the other addressing health care workers' roles in preventing needlestick and other sharp-object injuries.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Skin Management: Prevention and Wound Care	OWC004 - This course provides information that the case manager can use to establish assessment tools and care plan for patients who are at high risk for skin breakdown.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Spinal Cord Injury	REHB019 - This course provides to the generalist case manager information about spinal cord injuries (SCI) and the role a case manager plays in the acute and rehabilitation of persons with SCI.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Strategies for Working on a Healthcare Team	HR011 - This course discusses strategies you can use when working on healthcare teams.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Stress Management	HR010 - This course will instruct you on how to recognize it and give you effective tips to cope with it and eliminate it.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	TB Training for Health Care Providers	INF006 - This course provides information about TB that all health care providers should be aware of.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	The 60 Minutes Sales Manager Training Program	SELL009 - This is a crash course that focuses on the key strategies you can use to monitor, track and manage your sales team.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	The Business of Credit	BUS013 - This course discusses the business of credit, whereby you are in effect loaning business customers your own money.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	The HME Customer: Where and Why?	SELL004 - To help you understand where the home medical equipment (HME) customers are and some of the issues that are important to them.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Toxicology and Exposure	SAFE007 - This course is a brief study of general toxicological principles to the extent that you may understand and guard against the toxic effects of the materials found in the workplace or job site.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Traumatic Brain Injury	REHB020 - This course discusses issues, interventions and information pertinent to case managers who work with patients who have sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI).	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Understanding Obesity	DMGT004 - This course provides basic information about obesity.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Understanding the Medicare Supplier Standards	BILL013a - This course explains the current standards and procedures that a Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS) supplier must meet to receive and maintain a Medicare Supplier Number from the National Supplier Clearinghouse (NSC).	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Universal Precautions and Infection Control	INF002 - "Universal Precautions and Infection Control for the HME Industry" - The policies and procedures presented in this course meet with Center for Disease Control (CDC) and OSHA guidelines, and HME industry best practices at the time of publication.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Valuing People with Disabilities as Customers	CUST003 - This course will provide valuable information and insight to those who have had little or no previous experience dealing with people with disabilities.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Wheelchair Customer Service	CUST004 - This course provides tips on providing customer service throughout the entire sales process: from marketing through after-sale delivery.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Where are My Customers?	SELL005 - This course covers how to refine these skills through proper planning, prospecting and providing service after the sale.	Category 1 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
	Wound Care: Selecting Skin Cleansing Products	OWC002 - This course reviews common types of skin cleansers, their formulation, ingredients, skin compatibility, pH, and related infection control issues.	1 Category 1 Category 2	www.vgmu.com
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	Course Title	Course Description	Approved CPE	Dates / Locations
	Orthotic Fitter's Online Course	(Entry-Level Education Program) This course is an intensive educational opportunity designed to prepare both beginners and more experienced fitters to more effectively perform within their scope of practice. In addition to the online course, a two-day (14 credit hours) hands-on fitting lab is required to complete the course.	25.75 Category 1 3.25 Category 2	04/30/10 - 05/01/10 Oklahoma City, OK Call: Emily (800) 248-6463 06/25/10 - 06/26/10 St. Petersburg, FL Call: Emily (800) 248+6463 10/22/10 - 10/23/10 St. Petersburg, FL Call: Emily (800) 248+6463