Bruce W. McCollum

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Proactive Clinical Justification for Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Benefits in Michigan: An Article for Providers

In Michigan, providers of care who rely on Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits for reimbursement must understand the critical importance of proactively justifying their services. This necessity extends to various care services, including cognitive rehabilitation, vocational programs, and attendant care within licensed adult foster care settings. The process of documentation and clinical justification is not […]

Success Challenges for the Group Home in Urban Areas…

To accomplish the goal of minimizing staffing, multiple provider agencies have heard from case managers and insurance adjusters who refer to this aspect of State of Michigan Licensing Rules: R 400.14206 Staffing requirements. Rule 206. (1) The ratio of direct care staff to residents shall be adequate as determined by the department, to carry out […]

Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc.: Leading the Way in Special Education for Correctional Employees with a Focus on Juvenile Detention

In the challenging and often high-stakes environment of juvenile detention facilities, specialized training for correctional employees is essential. Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. (DCTC) stands out as the undisputed leader in providing high-quality, targeted education for correctional staff, with a keen focus on juvenile detention. Their comprehensive training programs ensure that employees are […]

The Intimacy of Care in Personal Care Homes: Direct Care Training & Resource Center Has a Commitment to Your Excellence…

Personal care homes provide a unique and intimate environment for residents, where personalized attention and a homelike atmosphere are paramount. Understanding the specific needs and challenges of these settings, Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. has developed a specialized staff development and continuing education subscription tailored for Georgia personal care providers. Launched in 2018, […]

Are You Physically Active? You Should Be…

Remaining as physically active as possible after a traumatic brain or spinal cord injury is crucial for several reasons. Physical activity plays a pivotal role in promoting neuroplasticity, which is the brain’s ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections. This is particularly important for individuals recovering from traumatic brain injuries (TBI), as it […]

Why State-Authored Training for Care Providers May Not Be the Best Solution

In the evolving landscape of adult day care and adult foster care, training quality and comprehensiveness are paramount. However, the notion of state governments authoring such training programs raises significant concerns, which constitutes a state government competing with the free enterprise market. Here, we will explore why this approach might not be the most effective, […]