The Amplify OT Podcast is your go-to show for making sense of healthcare policy, advocacy, and reimbursement in occupational therapy. Hosted by Clarice Grote—occupational therapist, founder of Amplify OT, and self-proclaimed policy nerd who actually enjoys reading the long documents most people avoid—this podcast breaks down complex systems so you can navigate them with confidence. No matter where you are in your occupational therapy journey—student, new grad, educator, or experienced clinic ...
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You want to start an occupational therapy business, but don't know where to start. This show will teach you actionable tips to go from OT practitioner to OTpreneur.
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Getting REAL about running online events with Clarice Grote of Ampilfy OT
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46:08In this episode, Jayson and Clarice Grote discuss the intricacies of organizing an online conference for OT practitioners. Clarice shares her experiences from her first summit, detailing the planning process, marketing strategies, and the importance of speaker diversity. Together, we explore the challenges faced during the execution of the summit a…
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Ep 63: Home Health OT vs OT in the Home: Differences in Billing and Practice
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31:11Home Health OT vs OT in the Home: Differences in Billing and Practice Welcome to The Amplify OT Podcast with your host, Clarice Grote—occupational therapist, founder of Amplify OT, and self-proclaimed policy nerd who actually enjoys reading the long documents most people avoid. No matter where you are in your occupational therapy journey, you belon…
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In this episode, we discuss the journey of starting an occupational therapy business and explore the right time to transition from a full-time job to full time OTpreneurship. Join us as we share personal experiences, reasons for staying in a full-time role, and the importance of validating business ideas. We discuss the importance of financial plan…
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Ep 62: Financial Freedom for Occupational Therapists with Doug Vestal
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56:05Financial Freedom for Occupational Therapists with Doug Vestal As occupational therapists, our primary goal is to help and be in service of others. But to do that, we often undervalue our services, leaving us underpaid, undervalued, and on the road to burnout. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way. Doug Vestal joins me on the podcast today to…
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Ep 61: 2025 Advocacy Updates: Navigating a New Congress, New Presidency, and New Initiatives
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43:552025 Advocacy Updates: Navigating a New Congress, New Presidency, and New Initiatives The start of 2025 has had a lot in store for us as we navigate a new congress, a new presidential administration, and all that is being proposed as a result of these individuals settling into their new positions. This week on The Amplify OT Podcast, I am helping y…
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Navigating Social Media to Support your OT Business
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30:21Are you struggling to connect your valuable occupational therapy services with the right clients? You're not alone, and this episode of the OTPreneur podcast is here to help. Join Jayson Davies and special guest Courtney Lynn from social-ot.com as they dive into the world of social media marketing. Discover the secrets to finding your ideal audienc…
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From Clinical OT to Online Business: Cheryl Crow's Journey to Empowering Individuals with Rheumatic Diseases
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1:01:03Wondering if it's possible to genuinely impact clients while running an online business? In this engaging episode of OTpreneur, we bring on Cheryl Crow from Arthritis Life to share her incredible journey of starting and growing an online OT business. From leveraging her unique skills, navigating imposter syndrome, to building scalable programs that…
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Ep 60: Healthcare Changes for 2025: End of Year Review
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28:48Healthcare Changes for 2025: End of Year Review With the closing of another year and looking ahead to a new Congress as well as a new presidential term, we can expect to see quite a few changes in healthcare policy. That’s why this week on The Amplify OT Podcast and my final episode of 2024, I am talking about healthcare changes for 2025! As an exc…
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How a Community Might Fit Into Your Business [Plus, a special invite]
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39:53SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: The OTPreneur Community is now live! In this episode of the OTPreneur Podcast, we announce the official launch of the Free OTPreneur Community designed to help you start and grow your OT business. Click here to learn more about the OTP Community and join today ---- Can Your OT Business Benefit from a Free or Paid Community? In…
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Researching OTPreneurs: Why OT Practitioners Start Businesses
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40:39Research on OTPreneurs? Yep, we're going there. Discover how a group of innovative OT students is shedding light on the path to entrepreneurship, documenting the real-life experiences of OT entrepreneurs. In this episode, you'll learn about the core themes emerging from their research, including the spirit of occupational therapy, the quest for aut…
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Ep 59: Voting for Healthcare in the 2024 Election: Breaking Down Trump and Harris’ Policies
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1:09:24Voting for Healthcare in the 2024 Election The 2024 presidential election is upon us, and while healthcare plays an important role in every election cycle, this year’s election has a huge emphasis on healthcare and access to healthcare services. This, as we know, doesn’t just impact us as individuals but has an impact on our profession as a whole. …
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Ep 58: PACE Programs: Patient-Centered Care in Action with Courtney Barr
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51:07PACE Programs: Patient-Centered Care in Action with Courtney Barr While many programs appear too good to be true, PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) programs are the real deal. Courtney Barr joins me on the podcast as we dive into the transformative impact of these patient-centered, collaborative care programs. That’s why this wee…
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Ep 57: Addressing Fraud And Upholding the Professional Integrity of OTs [Strengthening Occupational Therapy from Within]
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44:18Addressing Fraud And Upholding the Professional Integrity of OTs [Strengthening Occupational Therapy from Within] As clinicians, it is our job to find the balance between operating in a legal, ethical, and professional manner while always keeping the client’s well-being a top priority. As you may have experienced, these things don’t always line up …
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OT Meets Real Estate: Empowering Accessibility and Community Impact
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45:28Ever wondered how you can leverage your occupational therapy skills to transition into an entirely new market like real estate? In this captivating episode of OTPreneur, Sarah Putt dives into the transformative journey of Gretchen Kingma, an OT accessibility consultant who successfully merged her clinical expertise with the world of real estate. Di…
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Ep 56: Social Media's Impact on Our Professional Trust and Credibility [Strengthening Occupational Therapy from Within]
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41:36Social Media's Impact on Our Professional Trust and Credibility [Strengthening Occupational Therapy from Within] We tend to talk about advocacy as a way of trying to control external factors, predominantly policy and regulation, however, there is so much we can do as practitioners ourselves to change the future of our profession. One of these facto…
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Ready for a full episode all about AI in your OT business. In this episode, host Jayson Davies, MA, OTR/L, reveals how you can harness the power of AI to revolutionize your occupational therapy business. Learn actionable AI strategies for automating tasks, enhancing research, and streamlining workflows with tools like ChatGPT, Otter AI, Voila, and …
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How to Innovate within Established OT Practices (AKA. Intrapreneurship)
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27:15Ever wondered how to make a massive impact without starting your own OT business? Discover the secret to intrapreneurship! Entrepreneurs often struggle with the daunting leap of starting a business from scratch, especially when financial stability and experience are crucial. What if we told you there's a way to innovate, create, and impact the OT f…
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Ep 55: How the Overturn of the Chevron Deference Will Impact The Future of Healthcare with John Miller
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47:49How the Overturn of the Chevron Deference Will Impact The Future of Healthcare with John Miller If you’re in the Amplify OT Membership or you’ve been paying attention to the Supreme Court then you may have heard about the overturning of the Chevron deference. Regardless if you’ve joined the conversation or not, it’s time to start paying attention a…
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Insights from Our OT Month Instagram Campaign
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30:50OT month may have ended over a month ago, but we learned so much about OTPreneurs in April that we just have to share this with you. In this episode, we are sharing valuable lessons from our recent Instagram campaign aimed at supporting OT entrepreneurs. From the excitement of new ventures like Alex Villanueva's lymphedema support business to the p…
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Ep 54: Stop Saying "No One Knows What Occupational Therapy Is"
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34:13Stop Saying "No One Knows What Occupational Therapy Is" I am standing on my soapbox when I say we have to stop saying, “No one knows what OT is”. I’ll be honest, I am guilty of this myself and am proactively working to change it because this phrase is detrimental to our profession and our perception of ourselves and prevents us from moving forward …
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Copywriting Strategies for OT Entrepreneurs with Krista Frahm
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33:35Discover How Copywriting Can Transform Your Business! Are you an occupational therapy entrepreneur feeling stuck when it comes to marketing your services? In this episode of OTPreneur, Krista Frahm shares her journey from an OT without business know-how to a successful self-employed copywriter. Learn how she overcame initial self-doubt, leveraged h…
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Ep 53: Insurance and How It Impacts Our Plan of Care [Replay]
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26:03Insurance and How It Impacts Our Plan of Care [Replay] As a therapy provider, you will see many insurance types including private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, as well as others. That’s why this week on The Amplify OT Podcast, I am talking about how insurance impacts our plan of care! Join the Amplify OT Membership As an exclusive bonus for podcas…
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Ep 52: Skilled Nursing Facilities vs. Nursing Homes: What You Need to Know
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31:59Skilled Nursing Facilities vs. Nursing Homes: What You Need to Know Often skilled nursing facilities (SNF) and nursing homes are used interchangeably as many facilities offer both services, however, they are two separate things. With the negative stigma surrounding nursing homes, it is important to know the difference between the two and use proper…
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Ep 51: Decoding Medicare Advantage and Medicaid MCOs: Understanding the Coverage
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34:09Decoding Medicare Advantage and Medicaid MCOs: Understanding the Coverage You may have heard (or even said) that Medicare Advantage is great if you’re healthy but terrible if you’re sick. But why is that? This week on The Amplify OT Podcast, I’m sharing what Medicare Advantage is, why it’s popular, despite these claims, and how it has expanded into…
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Ep 50: Volume-Based vs. Value-Based Reimbursement Models in OT
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33:45Volume-Based vs. Value-Based Reimbursement Models in OT Reimbursement models, in healthcare and business in general, incentivize specific behaviors. The reimbursement model you work under will directly influence what is expected of you. Once you have a better understanding of the incentive structures, you can work better within that structure. That…
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Ep 49: Amplifying Impact: Clarice’s Journey from Clinician to OT Visionary
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1:04:47Amplifying Impact: Clarice’s Journey from Clinician to OT Visionary I had the incredible honor of receiving AOTA’s Gary Kielhofner Emerging Leader Award this year. So in celebration of this career achievement, Lindsay Bright joins me as my guest host to interview me on my journey from practicing clinician to OT advocate, my goals and plans for Ampl…
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Ep 48: Spring 2024 Amplify OT and Healthcare Advocacy Updates
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38:36Spring 2024 Amplify OT and Healthcare Advocacy Updates 2023 was a big year for passing healthcare legislation. A lot of what came through Congress in 2023 is starting to be implemented early in 2024, impacting OT in a big way. That’s why this week on The Amplify OT Podcast, I am talking about OT advocacy updates for spring 2024. Join the Amplify OT…
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Shiny Object Syndrome: Balancing Your Ideas and Business Goals
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28:26Struggling to focus on one idea for your OT business? Feeling overwhelmed by the constant influx of new "GREAT IDEAS?" In this episode of OTPreneur, we explore the common entrepreneurial challenge of shiny object syndrome and provide actionable tips for leveraging multiple ideas to your advantage. Learn how to navigate this issue and stay on track …
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Ep 47: Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) in Skilled Nursing Facilities [Replay]
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27:00Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) in Skilled Nursing Facilities [Replay] Today's episode is all about the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF). Join the Amplify OT Membership As an exclusive bonus for podcast listeners, you can join the Amplify OT Membership at any time! Join today to take control of your career…
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Ep 46: From Policy to Practice: Everything You Need to Know About Section GG
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39:39From Policy to Practice: Everything You Need to Know About Section GG Section GG is one of my favorite topics to talk about because it was really one of the first indications of CMS starting to pay attention to function, mobility, and self-care as an outcome desired from healthcare services. This assessment continues to play an important role in fu…
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Affiliate Marketing for OTPreneurs: Generating Income Without a Product or Service
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28:51Have you ever heard of the term affiliate marketing? Affiliate marketing allows you to earn an income without the need to create a product or service. In this episode of the OTPreneur podcast, we delve into the world of affiliate marketing, explaining what it is and why it could be a game-changer for your business. We'll share valuable insights, pr…
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Surviving Emergencies: 3 Vital Tips for OTPreneurs
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25:36Do you know what to do if faced with an emergency as a business owner? When crisis strikes, having a solid plan in place can be the difference between sinking or swimming as an entrepreneur. In this episode Sarah Putt, MA, OTR/L dives into the crucial topic of navigating emergencies as an entrepreneur. She explores three essential strategies that c…
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