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Dr. Bonnie Virag, PT, DPT, ATC to provide webinar on treating novice and competitive swimmers

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We’re pleased to have Dr. Bonnie Virag, PT and expert swimmer, give our webinar on May 15, 2019! Dr. Bonnie Virag is currently a dual credentialed Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Athletic Trainer, practicing full time in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She has her own history as a competitive swimmer and is on a mission to … Read more

The Benefits of Having a Good Private Practice PT

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In winter, Maine farmers sow relief for the aches and pains that grow all year: How a new generation of farmers takes care of themselves, with yoga, physical therapy and common sense. Simons & Associates client, Ken Simons, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, was quoted throughout this fantastic article in the Portland Press Herald on Jan. … Read more

Are Provider Payment Cuts Funding Top Insurance Execs’ Salaries?

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The next time United Healthcare, Aetna, WellPoint (Anthem BC/BS), Humana or Cigna arbitrarily deny your claims or inform you they are going to unilaterally cut your reimbursement, think about where that money is going. . . . A Connecticut Health I-Team article reports salary and compensation for the 5 highest paid execs at these companies in 2012 ranged … Read more

Consumer Victory Against CIGNA – $77 Million Set Aside to Pay Mishandled Disability Claims

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 Breaking News May 23, 2013 CIGNA mishandles long-term disability claims – has to set aside $77 million in settlement with 5 states (ME, CT, MA, PA and CA) to pay additional benefits and current claims in addition to fines.  The problems involved three CIGNA entities:  Life Insurance Company of North America, Connecticut General Life Insurance … Read more