Course Description:

COPD is the most common chronic lung disease, and a major cause of lung related death and disability in the Unites States. As a result, rehabilitation professionals must be prepared to provide effective rehabilitation for their patients living with this chronic condition. This seminar will review the background and scope of COPD especially as it relates to older adult populations. It will also introduce strategies for assessing and implementing treatment interventions designed for patients living with COPD across rehab settings. Finally, it will review reimbursement and documentation principles to ensure efficacy in this area by healthcare providers.