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There are a number of ways that hospitals can enhance financial perfomance from their outpatient physical therapy services: Provide training for therapists on Medicare's "eight minute rule". Differentiate between service-based and time-based CPT codes on the charge ticket. Have a professional review CPT documentation before charges are submitted. Implement a program to prevent and manage no-shows and cancellations. Match staffing level with productivity. Pay careful attention to detail when documenting plans of care and preparing daily treatment notes.