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Return-To-Work ProgramManagement of Work Place InjuriesIn coordination with medical providers, we provide seamless and comprehensiveIndustrial Rehabilitation services.Phone: 724-349-2276www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
WELCOME TO INDIANA TOTAL THERAPYTable of ContentsRehabilitation Provider Directory . . 3Office Locations/Hours of Operation . .4Practice Overview . . 5Return-To-Work Program Overview . 6Programming . 7Benefits .10Meet the Staff 11Workers’ Compensation Provider Panels .162www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Rehabilitation Provider DirectoryDirector of RehabilitationDennis A. Schultz, PTPhysical TherapyOccupational TherapyTracy Arone, PT, ATCAmy Bencic, PT, DPT, OCSLori Bozzer, DPTJamie L. Chichy, DPTJoAnn Farabaugh, PTJulie Fairman, PTThomas Horchar, MPT, ATCPaul Pohley, MPTEric Cullen, PTASusanne Baird, PTALacy Hoffman, PTALorraine Knapp, PTAMary Beth Rine, PTATom Trunzo, PTAErin Craig, PTASports EnhancementChristopher J. Hudock, OTR/LDarlene Shephard, OTR/LLynn Ferguson, COTA/LSharon Lishka, COTA/LSpeech TherapyJennifer Cunningham, MS, CCC-SLPHeather Baileys, MS, CCC-SLPHeather Haverilla, MS, CCC-SLPLinda McCoy, MS, CCC-SLPAthletic TrainersRocky A. Fatino, ATC, ACITrisha Gerus, ACTRobert T. Rupert, ATCStephen Wunz, MS3www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Office Locations & Hours of OperationITT WestITT Homer City2010 Shelly DriveIndiana, PA 15701Phone: 724-349-2276Days and Hours of Operation:Mon, Wed, Thur7am-7pmTue & Fri7am-5pmSat8am-12pm2354 Route 119Homer City, PA 15748Phone: 724-479-2259Days and Hours of Operation:Mon, Wed, Thur7:30am-6pmTue & Fri7:30am-12pmITT EastITT Blairsville835 Hospital RoadIndiana, PA 15701Phone: 724-357-7068Days and Hours of Operation:Mon-Fri8am-5pm25 Colony BoulevardSuite 104Blairsville, PA 15717Phone: 724-459-1770Days and Hours of Operation:Mon, Wed, Thur 7:30am-6pmTue & Fri7:30am-12pm4www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Practice OverviewIndiana Total TherapyA joint-venture between Center for Orthopaedicsand Sports Medicine and Indiana RegionalMedical Center, is committed to providing ourcommunity with a highly skilled, dedicated, andcaring team of professionals providing the bestpossible rehabilitation care available.We provide:Industrial RehabilitationPhysical TherapyOccupational TherapySpeech TherapySports Enhancement ServicesOrthotics and ProstheticsContracted Home Health ServicesContracted Athletic TrainingServicesPhysical TherapyIndustrial RehabilitationHand Therapy/Occupational TherapySports Enhancement5www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Return-To-Work Program OverviewPurposeThe Indiana Total Therapy Return-To-Work Program provides physiciansand employers with specific programs designed to help prevent and managework-related injuries.GoalThe goal of the Return-To-Work Program is to provide physicians,employers and their employees with a well-managed, comprehensivetreatment plan to allow injured workers to successfully and safely return towork and to assist employers with identifying potential risk areas toeffectively reduce the incidence of injury at the worksite.Program ServicesPhysical and Occupational Therapy Recovery ProgramsWork ConditioningFunctional Capacity EvaluationsPreventative Injury ManagementErgonomic AssessmentsEducation and Wellness ProgramsJob Site AnalysisOrthotic and Prosthetic Programs6www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
ProgrammingPREVENTION PROGRAMSERGONOMICSErgonomic analysis provides a comparison between the current work environment andthe ideal scenario. The therapist makes recommendations regarding work stationredesign and/or work method changes. Personal work habits, sit-and-stand options andalternative materials handling methods are analyzed. Additionally, instruction inpreventive stretching, posture relief and task rotation are provided. The objective is toidentify changes/modifications and provide instruction that can reduce the overallincidence of future injury.EDUCATION AND WELLNESSIndividual or group customized programs/presentations provide workers and employerswith basic anatomy, instruction in proper body mechanics, material handlingtechniques/safe lifting techniques, and environmental concerns and how to recognizeinjury risk factors. Job specific training sessions such as Back School, CumulativeTrauma and Stretching programs are available.We at Indiana Total Therapy are committed to setting healthcare standards inIndustrial Rehabilitation services. Indiana Total Therapy will provide workers with a one-on-oneexperience along with individualized care from our skilled therapists.7www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
ANALYSIS AND TESTING PROGRAMSJOB SITE ANALYSISThis in depth evaluation documents the specific job tasks and identifies the postures,movements, forces, repetitions, loads, skill requirements, knowledge and stressors forthose tasks which are necessary for successful job performance. Job site analysisreviews risk factors associated with the job task, work flow, physical environment andindividual performance such as identifying improper work habits/techniques. The goalof the analysis is to increase safety of the existing job by modifying the work area andeducating both the employee and employer.FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY EVALUATION (FCE)A FCE is an objective assessment that matches current employee performance levels tothe demands of a specific job or work activity of an occupation. Assessments includebut are not limited to a person’s physical, cardiovascular, motivation and functionalstatus. Proper body mechanics are observed and documented as well as consistency ofeffort and reliability. Our Functional Capacity Evaluations include components fromthe employee’s actual job, so we are able to evaluate performance in real worksituations. The FCE is further utilized to set goals for a comprehensive rehabilitationprogram.POST OFFER SCREENINGS/PRE EMPLOYMENT TESTINGIndiana Total Therapy offers Post Offer/Pre Employment screening to all types ofindustries. This type of screening demonstrates safe work practices of an employer, byensuring new employees are able to perform essential job functions for which they arebeing hired.Screenings may include lifting and carrying, as well as strength, coordination and/oragility tasks. All tasks are job specific and are developed in conjunction with theemployer. Physician physical and referral are required.8www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
POST INJURY REHABILITATION PROGRAMSPHYSICAL THERAPYPhysical Therapists provide a comprehensive evaluation of musculoskeletaldysfunction. Treatment consists of manual therapy techniques combined with physicalagent modalities and therapeutic exercises. Each program is tailored to individual needsto facilitate healing and progression to normal function .OCCUPATIONAL THERAPYAssesses the physical, psychophysical and biomechanical function of persons engagedin occupation or activity. Comprehensive upper extremity functional assessments arealso available. Occupational Therapists have expertise in function and emphasizeteaching skills for the job of living.HAND THERAPYThis program includes functional rehabilitation of the hand and upper extremity withemphasis on cumulative trauma injury. The goal is to promote restoration of functionand reversal of injury to maximize performance of daily activities.WORK HARDENING/INDUSTRIAL REHABILITATIONIndividualized treatment regimen that is structured and goal oriented to improve theoverall performance of an injured worker. The program consists of performing workrelated duties in a controlled clinical setting. Programs incorporate aerobicconditioning, total body strengthening, job simulation activities, correct body mechanicinstruction and overall education. The objective is to maximize the injured workersability to safely return to the work force as soon as possible.ORTHOTIC/PROSTHETICCustom splinting and bracing are available to protect from injury or additionalimpairment.WORK REINTEGRATIONA trained therapist will observe the employee as he or she performs tasks required onthe job. Problems will be addressed and corrected to prevent injuries and lost time.9www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
BenefitsThe Indiana Total Therapy Return-To-Work program provides the following:Benefits for the EmployerDecreased cost of workers’ compensation claimsReduced lost daysMaximized productivity by the returning workerImproved employee relations; workers see employer’s commitment toworker safetyValued employee returns to productive work rather than “busy work” oftenassociated with light dutySafety work techniques demonstrated by trained clinicians can be sharedwith other workers who may be at riskSafety recommendation for work station of returning worker can be appliedto other workers’ stationsBenefits for the EmployeeIncreased self confidence; employee returns to productive, meaningfulworkImproved relations with co-workers; a safe and timely reintegration into thework force reduces isolationTimely return lessens financial burden and stress for worker and familyIncreased confidence as the returning worker is under the observation of aclinician; fear of re-injury is reducedI10www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
MEET THE STAFFOccupational TherapistsChristopher J. Hudock, OTR/LGraduated from University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science Degree in OccupationalTherapyOver 16 years experienceExtensive training in Orthopaedics and Hand TherapyGuest lecturer for St. Francis University in the field of Occupational TherapyLicensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Occupational Therapy and the National Boardfor Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)Darlene M. Shephard, OTR/LGraduated magna cum laude from College Misercordia with a Bachelor of Science Degree inOccupational TherapyOver 22 years experience in Occupational TherapyOver 15 years experience in out-patient therapy with clinical focus on hand/upper extremityrehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, lymphedema and post mastectomy care and workrelated programmingLymphedema certification from the Academy of Lymphatic StudiesSpeaker for the American Cancer SocietyLicensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Occupational Therapy and the National Boardfor Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)Occupational Therapist AssistantsLynn M. Ferguson, COTA/LGraduated from Mount Aloysius College with an Associates of Science Degree forOccupational Therapy AssistantOver 27 years experienceLicensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Occupational Therapy and the National Boardfor Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)Sharon Lishka, COTA/LGraduated from Mount Aloysius College with an Associates of Science Degree forOccupational Therapist AssistantOver 15 years experienceLicensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Occupational Therapy and the National Boardfor Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)11www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Physical TherapistsDennis Schultz, PTGraduated summa cum laude from University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science Degree inPhysical TherapyOver 19 years experienceExtensive training in Orthopaedics and Sports Physical Therapy as well as total joint rehabilitationClinical instructor for the University of Pittsburgh, Chatham College, Gannon University and SlipperyRock University of PennsylvaniaMember of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Pennsylvania PhysicalTherapy Association (PPTA)Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy and maintains a Direct AccessLicenseJamie Chichy, DPTGraduated magna cum laude from Slippery Rock University with a Doctorate in Physical TherapyDegreeGraduated magna cum laude from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of ScienceDegree in Natural Science and minor in ChemistryOver 7 years experienceExtensive orthopaedic background specializing in women’s health as well as vestibular and balancerehabilitation programsPresented various lectures for peers and community members on topics such as falls prevention andvestibular and balance rehabilitationClinical instructor for Gannon University, Penn State DuBois and University of PittsburghMember of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Pennsylvania PhysicalTherapy Association (PPTA)Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy and maintains a Direct AccessLicenseAmy S. Bencic, DPT, PT, OCSGraduated magna cum laude from Chatham College with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy Degreeand specialty in Sports and OrthopaedicsGraduated from University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical TherapyOver 26 years experienceOrthopaedic Certified Specialist through the American Physical Therapy AssociationClinical instructor for the University of Pittsburgh, Penn State Dubois, and Gannon UniversityExtensive training in balance/vestibular rehabilitation, aquatic therapy, industrial rehabilitation, andmanual therapyMember of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Pennsylvania PhysicalTherapy Association (PPTA)Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy and maintains a Direct AccessLicenseLori L. Bozzer, DPTGraduated summa cum laude from Slippery Rock University with a Doctorate in Physical TherapyDegreeGraduated summa cum laude from Slippery Rock University with a Masters Degree in PhysicalTherapyOver 19 years experienceExtensive orthopaedic background and experience in aquatic physical therapy as well as vestibularand balance rehabilitation programsClinical instructor for Indiana University, St. Francis University and the University of PittsburghMember of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Pennsylvania PhysicalTherapy Association (PPTA)Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy and maintains a Direct AccessLicense12www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Tracy A. Campbell, MPT, ATCGraduated from Gannon University with a Masters Degree in Physical TherapyGraduated from Lock Haven University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Sciences andconcentrations in Pre-Physical Therapy and Athletic TrainingOver 7 years experience as a Certified Athletic TrainerOver 4 years experience as a Physical TherapistExtensive background in industrial rehabilitation and experience in FCE’s and ErgonomicAssessmentsMember of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Pennsylvania PhysicalTherapy Association (PPTA)Member of the National Athletic Trainer’s Association and Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers’ AssociationLicensed by the State Board of Physical TherapyLicensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine and National Athletic Trainers’ AssociationBoardPaul Pohley, MPTGraduated from University of Pittsburgh with a Masters Degree in Physical TherapyGraduated summa cum laude from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of ScienceDegree in Physical Education and Sport ScienceOver 15 years experienceExtensive training in sports and orthopaedicsMember of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Pennsylvania PhysicalTherapy Association (PPTA)Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy and maintains a Direct AccessLicenseThomas Horchar, MPT, ATCGraduated from Saint Francis University with a Masters Degree in Physical TherapyGraduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science Degree in PhysicalEducation and SportGraduated from Butler County Community College with an Associates of Science Degree for PhysicalTherapist AssistantOver 9 years experience as a Physical TherapistLicensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical TherapyLicensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine and National Athletic Trainers’ AssociationBoardJoAnn Farabaugh, PTGraduated from University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical TherapyOver 35 years experienceDirector of Rehabilitation Services of Indiana Regional Medical Center for 21 yearsMember of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Pennsylvania PhysicalTherapy Association (PPTA)Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy and maintains a Direct AccessLicenseJulie Fairman, PT, CWTGraduated cum laude from the University of ScrantonOver 20 years experienceClinical Instructor for Penn State DuboisCertified instructor for the Arthritis Self-Help program in conjunction with the Arthritis FoundationMember of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Pennsylvania PhysicalTherapy Association (PPTA)Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy and maintains a Direct AccessLicense13www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Physical Therapist AssistantsTom Trunzo, PTAGraduated from Mount Aloysius College with an Associates of Science Degree for Physical TherapistAssistantOver 13 years experienceCertified Pilates Instructor and Certified with KinesiotapeIndirect Supervision Certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical TherapyLorraine Knapp, PTAGraduated from Penn State DuBois with an Associates of Science Degree for Physical TherapistAssistantOver 13 Years experienceAPTA credentialed clinical instructorClinical Instructor for Penn State DuBoisAdvisory committee member for Penn State DuBois PTA programIndirect Supervision Certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical TherapySue Baird, PTAGraduated from Penn State DuBois with an Associates of Science Degree for Physical TherapistAssistantOver 9 years experienceIndirect Supervision Certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical TherapyEric Cullen, PTAGraduated from Mercyhurst North East College with an Associates of Science Degree for PhysicalTherapist AssistantOver 2 years experienceCertified in Jumpstretch Program (High Impact program for athletes)Indirect Supervision Certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical TherapyMary Beth Rine, PTAGraduated from Central PA Business School with an Associates Degree in Specialized Technologyand Physical Therapist AssistantOver 5 years experienceCertified in Lymphedema TherapyIndirect Supervision Certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy14www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Lacy Hoffman, PTAGraduated from Penn State DuBois with an Associates of Science Degree for Physical TherapistAssistantOver 1 year experienceErin Craig, PTAGraduated from Butler Community College with an Associates of Science Degree for PhysicalTherapist AssistantOver 1 year experienceNichole PavelchickGraduated from Mount Aloysius College with an Associates of Science Degree for Physical TherapistAssistantOver 1 year experience15www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Workers’ Compensation Provider PanelsPENNSYLVANIA PROVIDER PANELS FOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATIONSection 306 (f) of the PA Workers’ Compensation Act gives employers the right to establish a panel ofmedical providers to treat injured employees.The Act allows employers to:Establish a list of healthcare providers for the treatment of workers’ compensation injuries.Select minimum of 6 providers of which 3 must be physicians. (There is no limit on the number ofproviders).Control care with designated panel providers for a period of 90 days.How Employers can benefit from a panel:Cost containment.Opportunity to designate a comprehensive list of 6 or more providers giving employees choice &flexibility of where they receive medical treatment.Work with providers to develop more specialized treatment approaches, improving return to workratios.Streamlined communications between providers and the employer.When a physical therapy provider is included, early and ongoing communications as to patientstatus in rehabilitation are available. By including Indiana Total Therapy on provider panels,employers have access to multiple service locations and evening hours.Employers are required to:Properly post and provide written communication to employees about the panel.List providers that are geographically accessible and reflect specialties for the anticipated workrelated medical problems of employees.Avoid requiring that employees treat with any one specific provider or restrict employees fromswitching from one provider to another.Permit employees to seek medical treatment from any provider if they do not post a workers’compensation panel.Employees are required to:Promptly notify the employer of a work injury.Seek treatment with any provider on the list (unless emergency).Panels must be properly posted to be valid. Employers should refer to state guidelines. Completeinformation about panels can be obtained by visiting www.dli.state.pa.us.We participate on workers’ compensation panels under the guidelines stated in ourWorkers’ Compensation Policy. A copy of the entire policy is available on our website. Employers should contact us prior to placement on panels.16www.IndianaTotalTherapy.com
Occupational Therapy Christopher J. Hudock, OTR/L Darlene Shephard, OTR/L Lynn Ferguson, COTA/L Sharon Lishka, COTA/L Speech Therapy . Clinical instructor for the University of Pittsburgh, Chatham College, Gannon University and Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the .
