MedFit at IHRSA: Register for 50% off the regular price! |
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Tuesday, October 12, 2021 • Dallas, TX
Join us for this pre-conference track at the 2021 IHRSA Conference to learn about the essential continuing education needed for your business to be part of the healthcare continuum. Expand your scope of services & programs to target the largest, fastest-growing demographic.
Register Early & Save
Register before August 15 and get the early bird rate of $149 (Regular price:$199).
PLUS, get an additional $50 off as an MFN member with coupon code MFNSAVE50. You'll pay $99... 50% off the regular price!
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Medical Insurance and Medical Fitness/Exercise Therapy Coaching
By Heather Nusbaum, CMA, MBA, IOM, EP, LMT, MTI
"Can you accept insurance for medical fitness/exercise therapy? Can your clients use their FSA & HSA (medical savings account) for your services? The answer to both questions is yes, however, it’s not an easy yes. The only way for your clients to do these two things is if you are billing for qualified medical expenses.
What are qualified medical expenses? Qualified medical expenses are expenses that mitigate, treat, or prevent disease per IRS.gov Publication 502. The IRS narrows the expenses that are deductible even more by limiting the qualified expenses to supplies (example: KT Tape) or an action being billed that will alleviate or prevent disability or illness. The catch for medical fitness/exercise therapy is that general health and well-being are not qualified medical expenses...."
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Upcoming Webinars: Free for Members |
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Upcoming Webinars for August
- Optimizing Heart Health and Performance with Stretching
- How To Create Great Outdoor Fitness Spaces for Maximum Community Interaction
- Designing Precision Longevity Health Programs for Your Clients
- Yes, Fascia IS the Answer to Everything: 3 Undercover Secrets about Fascia’s Role in Hydration
- What is Functional Medicine
Free registration for these webinars is available on your MFN account dashboard, or keep your eye open for an email reminder the week before a webinar!
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Non-members can purchase webinars on MedFit Classroom. All proceeds support the MedFit Education Foundation.
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Congrats to our August Professional of the Month! |
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Nominate yourself or another professional for our MedFit Professional of the Year!
We welcome nominations for professionals who exemplify our mission — to work collaboratively to improve the health of our nation through movement and nutrition.
Each month, one “Professional of the Month” will be chosen. The 12 professionals will be in the running for MedFit Professional of the Year 2021.
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Course Spotlight: Medical Fitness Specialist |
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As a fitness professional, you are the first line of defense against the damaging impacts of lifestyle diseases.
Physical activity can positively affect over 30 chronic conditions, making it the best deterrent of chronic disease in primary and secondary prevention.
Get 30 off% the course with coupon code MFS30 during checkout.
Payment plan available. Approved for CEUs by AFAA, canfitpro, ISSA and NASM.
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Q: What is the difference between heatstroke and sunstroke? From what I have read you can suffer organ and brain damage? Are there foods that can prevent or assist with recovery?
A: Heatstroke and sunstroke are generally thought of as the same condition. In most cases, people are really referring to heat exhaustion, which can rapidly lead to a heat stroke. These occur when the body can no longer maintain a temperature of under 105°F on its own. Cooling the person's core temperature is the immediate priority. These two drink recipes, Agua Lettuce and Cantaloupe and Cucumber Electrolyte Refresher, assist with both cooling the core and replenishing of lost minerals and antioxidants during trauma.
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Medical Advisory Board New Member |
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Eugene Spiritus, MD currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of Bodymatter, a digital health company that builds personalized health solutions to empower individuals with the ability to improve their own health and wellness. Bodymatter is the developer of SleepWatch, the world’s leading sleep enhancement technology program. He is a Board Certified Pulmonary Physician who remains involved as a Clinical Professor of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary/Critical Care University of California Irvine Medical Center.
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Education Advisory Board New Members |
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Kelly Bennion, PhD, EdM, is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Her research uses a combination of behavioral, eye tracking, polysomnography, and neuroimaging approaches to understand the effects of sleep and stress on memory for negative and traumatic experiences. Dr. Bennion has a scientific commitment to researching the importance of sleep (especially as it relates to cognition and emotional well-being) and a personal commitment to maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle.
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Kate Sprecher, PhD, is a scientist and communicator with a passion for harnessing the power of sleep. Kate’s research has focused on the impact of sleep and circadian rhythms on health, and strategies to mitigate the effects of sleep loss on physical and mental performance. As a passionate advocate for sleep health, Kate has spoken at international conferences, the US Congress, and health podcasts, and published in leading academic journals. Kate also lends her expertise to medical clients, developing health communication resources.
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Partner Spotlight: Fitness Business Association |
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The Fitness Business Association features award-winning educators sharing their fitness business knowledge without the huge price point.
The FBA offers access to world-class business education AND a massive virtual conference that provides a massive influx of new ideas. We empower you to grow your business the right way. Through the FBA, fitpros, studios and gyms SUCCEED!, and elevate their positions as leaders in their communities.
MFN members save 50% on their first 6-months of membership. Only $23! Use coupon code MFN50OFF during checkout.
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"I have been a member of the MedFit Network for several years and have benefitted greatly from the plethora of opportunities and benefits included in my membership.
One of my favorite offerings is the live and pre-recorded Educational Webinars. I have attended many; and, thanks to being a member, there was no additional charge for me. I have learned so much more about topics specific to my specialties by attending."
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