Ce que Pabau a publié en août 2026

Best Podium alternatives for practices and med spas in 2026

Pabau launches a direct challenge to Podium by positioning itself as an all-in-one practice management platform for healthcare practices, bundling review management, patient messaging, appointment rem…

Weight management clinic business UK: The four compliance gates and what they cost

UK weight management clinics must clear four regulatory gates—CQC registration, prescribing rights, supply routes, and advertising law—to operate legally. Non-compliance risks fines or shutdowns, with…

spann-fischer codependency scale

Pabau published a comprehensive guide on the Spann-Fischer Codependency Scale (SF-CDS), a validated 16-item tool for measuring codependent behaviors. The post explains scoring, interpretation, and cli…

Posterior sag sign: Technique, grading, and PCL assessment

Pabau released a clinical guide explaining the posterior sag sign technique for detecting PCL ruptures, including grading, accuracy metrics, and related tests. The post also promotes Pabau’s structure…

Laser tattoo removal aftercare instructions template

Pabau published a comprehensive aftercare template for laser tattoo removal, emphasizing the first 24-48 hours as critical for infection prevention and healing. The company highlights its software’s a…

Fitzpatrick Skin Type Chart

Pabau published a comprehensive guide on the Fitzpatrick skin type chart, detailing its six phototypes (I-VI) and clinical applications for laser, IPL, and chemical peel treatments. The post highlight…

WHODAS 2.0: Free template

Pabau published a free WHODAS 2.0 template (12-item and 36-item versions) to measure disability across six domains with a standardized 0–100 score. The post highlights digital scoring automation in Pa…

Time management worksheet

Pabau published a free time management worksheet designed for clinicians and healthcare teams to audit time use, prioritize tasks, and improve scheduling. The worksheet includes daily logs, priority m…

the worry tree

Pabau highlights the Worry Tree, a CBT-based decision flowchart for managing anxiety by categorizing worries into actionable problems or hypothetical concerns. The NHS and NICE endorse it as a first-l…

thought stopping worksheet

Pabau released a free thought stopping worksheet template designed for CBT therapists to help clients interrupt intrusive thoughts. The worksheet includes four core sections: thought identification, i…

Who can own a med spa in New York? Rules by license type, with the statute

New York law restricts ownership of med spa clinical entities to physicians licensed under Education Law Article 131. Business Corporation Law §1507(a) and LLC Law §1207(b) bar non-physicians, includi…

Internal family systems workbook

Pabau published a free Internal Family Systems (IFS) workbook to help therapists and clients structure parts work, including mapping exercises, Self-energy practices, and somatic integration prompts. …

EMS Patient Care Report Narrative

Pabau published a free, downloadable patient care report (PCR) template designed for EMS providers and healthcare documentation teams. The template standardizes required sections like demographics, vi…

Cognitive function assessment: tools, domains, and clinic workflows

The article explains cognitive function assessments, key tools (MoCA, MMSE, Mini-Cog, SAGE), and their clinical applications for detecting early impairment. It highlights the importance of structured …

Mindfulness Attention Awareness Scale

Pabau released a detailed guide explaining the 15-item Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS), its scoring method, and clinical applications. The guide highlights how Pabau’s practice management sof…

HCPCS Code J2503: Injection, pegaptanib sodium, 0.3 mg billing guide

HCPCS Code J2503, used for billing pegaptanib sodium (Macugen) 0.3 mg injections for wet AMD, has been deleted by CMS as of the October 2025 HCPCS quarterly update. The drug is no longer clinically av…

HCPCS Code J2540: penicillin G potassium billing guide

Pabau published a comprehensive guide explaining HCPCS Code J2540 for billing penicillin G potassium injections, including Medicare ASP reimbursement rules, unit calculations, NDC reporting, and ICD-1…

patientfi vs cherry

PatientFi and Cherry are leading patient financing platforms for aesthetic medicine, differing in approval rates (PatientFi targets higher-credit borrowers for larger loans; Cherry approves ~90% acros…

IV hydration business requirements New York: Ownership, licensing and oversight

New York mandates that only licensed physicians or physician-owned PLLCs/PCs can own IV hydration businesses, with strict rules on who may administer IV therapy. LPNs require annual training and canno…

IV hydration business requirements Illinois: Ownership, licensing, and medical oversight

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and Department of Public Health issued a joint memo on October 30, 2025, clarifying IV hydration business requirements. Only physic…

New patient welcome letter template: What to include and when to send it

Pabau released a free two-page new patient welcome letter template designed to confirm appointments, list required documents, and outline policies like cancellations and fees. The template emphasizes …

Trauma-informed care cheat sheet: SAMHSA’s 6 principles

Pabau released a free trauma-informed care cheat sheet aligning with SAMHSA’s six principles (safety, trustworthiness, peer support, collaboration, empowerment, cultural humility) and the four Rs (rea…

Vegetarian bodybuilding meal plan

Pabau released a free vegetarian bodybuilding meal plan emphasizing 1.6–2.0g protein/kg bodyweight daily, sourced from tofu, tempeh, legumes, and dairy. The plan includes a printable weekly planner an…

Respiratory exam template: IPPA steps and documentation

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining the IPPA (inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation) respiratory exam process and how structured templates improve documentation accuracy. The gui…

Vaginal HIFU: Consent, screening and aftercare guide

Pabau published a comprehensive guide on vaginal HIFU treatments, emphasizing the importance of structured screening, off-label consent disclosures, and standardized aftercare windows. The guide inclu…

sqt bio microneedling

Pabau published a comprehensive guide and free downloadable templates (consent forms, intake questionnaires, pre-treatment checklists, and aftercare instructions) for SQT bio microneedling, a needle-f…

Short term memory loss test: Tools, scoring, and referral

Pabau released a clinical guide and free downloadable short-term memory loss test template, detailing validated tools like MoCA and MMSE, administration best practices, and interpretation benchmarks. …

Self-awareness test: Free PDF template for practitioners

Pabau released a free self-awareness test template scoring four dimensions—emotional recognition, values clarity, strengths and limitations, and interpersonal impact—along with a guide on administerin…

Zerona laser templates: Consent, intake, and aftercare forms

Pabau released free Zerona treatment templates, including consent forms, aftercare instructions, and intake protocols, tailored for aesthetic practices using the Erchonia Zerona laser. The post emphas…

Maslach Burnout Inventory

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI), the gold-standard burnout assessment tool with five versions tailored to different professions. The guide details s…

stop think act worksheet

Pabau released a free Stop Think Act worksheet—a three-step cognitive-behavioral tool designed to help children aged 4–16 develop impulse control and emotional regulation. The worksheet is evidence-ba…

ICD-10 Code M81.0: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining ICD-10 code M81.0, used for age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fractures, effective October 1, 2025. The guide details clinical crite…

ICD-10 Code R42: Dizziness and giddiness billing guide

Pabau published a comprehensive guide on ICD-10 code R42 (Dizziness and giddiness), effective October 1, 2025, for FY2026 HIPAA-covered transactions. The guide details coding rules, common errors, and…

Type 2 diabetes diet plan: Free 7-day template

Pabau released a free 7-day type 2 diabetes diet plan template aligned with CDC and ADA guidance, using the diabetes plate method and carbohydrate counting. The template integrates with Pabau’s EMR to…

Male physical exam checklist and template

Pabau introduced a standardized digital template for male annual physical exams, covering vital signs, organ systems, cancer screenings, STI testing, and immunizations. The template enforces structure…

Best Practice Fusion alternatives in 2026: 6 EHR options compared

Pabau is highlighted as the only EHR purpose-built for cash-pay aesthetic, med spa, and wellness clinics, contrasting with Practice Fusion’s shift to a paid model and insurance-focused workflows. The …

HIPAA violation penalties: Tiers, fines, and how to avoid them

HIPAA violation penalties range from $145 to $2,190,294 per violation, with criminal penalties reaching $250,000 and 10 years imprisonment. OCR enforces tiered civil penalties based on culpability, wh…

Timed up and go test: How to administer, score, and interpret results

Pabau published a clinical guide on the timed up and go (TUG) test, a mobility assessment used to predict fall risk in older adults and neurological patients. The post details administration, scoring,…

Nursing diagnosis for pneumonia: NANDA care plans and interventions

Pabau’s blog published a detailed guide on NANDA-I nursing diagnoses for pneumonia, emphasizing the three-part statement format and prioritizing Impaired Gas Exchange. The article highlights documenta…

CPT Code 73110: Wrist X-ray billing, modifiers, and reimbursement

Pabau published a detailed guide on CPT Code 73110, covering its definition, clinical use, documentation requirements (minimum 3 views), modifier rules (26/TC split), and Medicare reimbursement rates …

Maudsley’s test: how to perform and interpret the result

Pabau published a detailed guide on Maudsley’s test, a clinical orthopaedic assessment for lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), including its procedure, diagnostic accuracy, and limitations. The post…

Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire

Pabau published a free, ready-to-use patient satisfaction questionnaire template covering seven validated dimensions (e.g., communication, technical quality) and aligned with PSQ-18 and HCAHPS standar…

ICD-10 Code S61.340D: puncture wound right index finger, subsequent encounter

Pabau published a comprehensive guide to ICD-10 code S61.340D, which covers subsequent encounters for right index finger puncture wounds with nail damage. The post highlights common miscoding errors (…

HCPCS Code H2026: Ongoing support to maintain employment

Pabau published a comprehensive guide on HCPCS Code H2026, a Medicaid per-diem code for ongoing employment support in behavioral health. The post details billing rules, state-by-state Medicaid variati…

HCPCS Code H2016: Comprehensive community support services, per diem

Pabau published a comprehensive guide on HCPCS Code H2016, a Medicaid per-diem billing code for comprehensive community support services in behavioral health. The guide details documentation requireme…

CPT Code 90836: Psychotherapy add-on billing guide (2026)

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining CPT Code 90836, a psychotherapy add-on code for 38-52 minute sessions paired with an E/M service. The guide details documentation requirements, common d…

IV hydration business requirements North Carolina

North Carolina now restricts IV hydration business ownership to licensed medical professionals (physicians, PAs, or NPs with physician co-ownership), barring laypeople and RNs from sole ownership. The…

Who can inject Botox? Qualifications, scope of practice, and state rules

Pabau’s guide clarifies that only licensed medical professionals with prescriptive authority or valid delegation can legally inject Botox in the US, as it is a prescription drug. Eligible providers in…

Best medical practice billing software: 7 platforms reviewed

A third-party guide compares seven medical practice billing platforms, highlighting Pabau as the top-rated option (4.7/5 on Capterra) for aesthetic and multi-specialty clinics. The review emphasizes u…

NEXUS criteria for cervical spine imaging: a clinical guide

Pabau published a clinical guide explaining the NEXUS criteria, a five-point checklist for determining whether blunt trauma patients need cervical spine imaging. The post details the rule’s sensitivit…

Plan of care: Definition, components, and how to write one

Pabau published a guide defining a plan of care as a structured clinical document outlining diagnoses, goals, interventions, and evaluations, with Medicare requiring physician-certified plans for home…

Suicide risk assessment checklist

Pabau released a free, reusable suicide risk assessment checklist and accompanying guide for clinicians, emphasizing structured documentation of risk factors, protective factors, and clinical judgment…

Michigan IV hydration business requirements: Ownership, licensing & oversight

Michigan does not license IV hydration businesses as health facilities, but equity ownership is restricted by the Michigan LLC Act (MCL 450.4904) and corporate practice of medicine doctrine. Only phys…

Tattoo aftercare instructions

Pabau released a comprehensive tattoo aftercare guide and printable form covering immediate actions, daily routines, warning signs, and long-term care. The guide emphasizes standardized wound care to …

Values Test: Free printable PDF and how to score it

Pabau released a free, printable values test template based on the Schwartz framework to help clinicians identify client priorities for treatment planning. The tool integrates with Pabau’s practice ma…

CPT Code 95165: allergen immunotherapy billing guide (2025)

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining CPT Code 95165, which covers professional services for supervising allergen immunotherapy antigen preparation, billed per dose (vial). The guide details…

ICD-10 Code S52.233F: displaced oblique fracture of shaft of radius

Pabau announced its claims management software now integrates with Claim.MD to flag missing documentation elements for ICD-10 code S52.233F (displaced oblique radius fracture with malunion) before cla…

Personal psychology test

Pabau released a detailed guide explaining the use of personal psychology tests in clinical practice, emphasizing the Big Five (OCEAN) framework and ethical administration. The post also promotes Paba…

CPT Code 95800: Home sleep apnea test billing guide

CPT code 95800, used for unattended home sleep apnea tests (HSAT), will be deleted effective January 1, 2027, replaced by six new complexity-tiered codes. The change requires practices to update billi…

Relationship Checklist

Pabau published a free, downloadable relationship checklist template designed for clinicians to assess relationship health across ten domains, including communication, trust, and intimacy. The tool is…

Vanderbilt ADHD scoring: Free template

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining the Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Rating Scale (VADRS), a validated tool for screening children ages 6–12. The post details scoring rules, subscale breakdo…

Values worksheet

Pabau published a free values worksheet template designed to help therapists and coaches guide clients in identifying core personal values, prioritizing them, and planning committed actions. The templ…

Weight height chart for women: Healthy ranges by height

Pabau released a free PDF weight-height chart for women that maps healthy weight ranges by height and BMI category, emphasizing BMI's screening limitations and the need for additional metrics like wai…

Can a nurse open a med spa in Texas?

Texas repealed 22 TAC §193.17 in January 2025, moving cosmetic delegation rules into §§169.25–169.28. Nurses cannot own the clinical side of med spas due to corporate practice of medicine doctrine, bu…

Conversational AI in healthcare: Cutting wait times and no-shows

Only 19% of medical practices used chatbots in April 2025, despite patient demand for digital scheduling. Weill Cornell saw 47% more digital bookings after deploying an AI chatbot, while MGMA data sho…

IV hydration business requirements California: Ownership, licensing, and costs

California’s 2026 regulatory changes require physician majority ownership (51%) of IV hydration businesses, restrict who can administer IV therapy, and mandate active medical director oversight. Natur…

New Patient Note – Thyroidology

Pabau released a comprehensive guide on patient note documentation, emphasizing the importance of structured clinical templates for compliance, accuracy, and efficiency. The guide highlights Pabau’s i…

IV hydration business requirements Colorado: The 2026 compliance guide

Colorado does not require a specific IV hydration facility license, but practitioners must hold individual licenses under the Medical Practice Act or Nurse Practice Act. Mobile services may face stric…

Michigan cosmetology license requirements: Hours, fees, and steps

Michigan revised cosmetology licensing requirements via Public Act 78 of 2024, raising training hours for estheticians, manicurists, and instructors while keeping cosmetologist hours at 1,500. A separ…

trigger worksheets

Pabau published a guide and free template for trigger worksheets, structured clinical tools that help clients identify internal and external triggers linked to emotional or behavioral responses. The t…

SCOFF questionnaire: Free template

Pabau published a free, printable SCOFF questionnaire template (five-item screen for anorexia/bulimia) and explained how its practice management software turns the form into a digital intake that auto…

Telehealth vs telemedicine: What’s the difference?

Pabau published a guide clarifying the distinctions between telehealth (broad remote healthcare services), telemedicine (clinical remote care), and telecare (sensor-based monitoring). The post emphasi…

Self-care worksheet

Pabau introduced a free self-care worksheet template for therapists and counselors to assess client wellbeing across five domains (physical, emotional, social, professional, spiritual). The digital fo…

Washington cosmetology license requirements: Hours, fees & scope

Washington’s Department of Licensing (DOL) now regulates cosmetology licenses directly, with no separate board, and updated training hours and exam vendors effective May 2026. The state also clarified…

IV hydration business requirements Georgia: Licensing & rules

Georgia’s Composite Medical Board and Board of Nursing issued new position statements in 2026 banning the matchmaker medical director model and requiring individualized patient orders for IV hydration…

visual analogue scale vas

Pabau released a comprehensive guide and free downloadable template for the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), a 100mm pain measurement tool widely used in clinical practice. The content explains VAS scorin…

window of tolerance worksheet

Pabau published a free Window of Tolerance worksheet—a psychoeducation tool for therapists to help clients visualize nervous system states (hyperarousal, hypoarousal, optimal zone). The post highlight…

Med spa valuation: EBITDA multiples and what drives them

Med spa valuation relies on adjusted EBITDA multiplied by a market multiple (typically 3x–8x), not revenue. Key valuation drivers include recurring membership revenue (30–40%+ of revenue commands high…

Botox reminder email templates and when to send them

Pabau published six Botox reminder email templates tied to the drug’s label, covering 48 hours before, day 2, day 14, month 3, month 4, and no-shows. The templates automate patient recall and aftercar…

Insurance billing for therapists: A step-by-step guide

Pabau published a guide detailing the six-step insurance billing process for therapists, emphasizing credentialing timelines, CPT code accuracy, and telehealth modifiers. The post highlights how Pabau…

Ohio IV hydration business requirements: Ownership, licensing, and oversight

Ohio’s State Medical Board, Board of Pharmacy, and Board of Nursing jointly declared retail IV therapy as the practice of medicine, requiring physician, PA, or APRN oversight. Businesses must obtain a…

Medical credit card processing: a guide for practices

Pabau launched built-in medical credit card processing that connects card collection, deposits, invoicing, and patient records in one platform, eliminating separate processor contracts. The feature su…

Patient lifetime value: how to calculate and grow it

Pabau introduces patient lifetime value (PLV) as a key metric for clinics, calculated as average visit value × frequency × lifespan. The post argues PLV is more capital-efficient than acquisition and …

How to open a med spa as a nurse: step-by-step guide

Pabau published a comprehensive guide outlining legal, operational, and financial steps for nurses to open med spas, emphasizing state-specific compliance (e.g., CPOM, medical director requirements) a…

Primary care marketing: 8 steps to grow your practice

Pabau published a guide emphasizing local SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, and automated patient workflows (reviews, recalls, online booking) as key to primary care marketing. The post highl…

AHPRA advertising guidelines for cosmetic procedures

Australia’s AHPRA introduced stricter advertising guidelines for cosmetic procedures on September 2, 2025, banning testimonials, requiring practitioner registration details for named procedures, and p…

Who can own a med spa in Florida

Florida has no corporate practice of medicine statute, allowing non-physicians (PAs, NPs, RNs, estheticians, or investors) to own med spa equity. However, clinic licensure exemptions and treatment aut…

How to open a med spa in Arizona: Who can legally own one

Arizona’s lack of a dedicated med spa statute means ownership is governed by professional corporation rules, capping non-licensed shareholders at 49% and requiring a licensed president. Two 2026 bills…

Cranial nerves test: How to assess all 12 cranial nerves

Pabau published a clinical guide detailing how to perform a 12-nerve cranial nerves test, including equipment, step-by-step techniques, normal/abnormal findings, and red flags. The post highlights the…

Rejeunesse Aftercare Guidelines

Pabau released a free, customizable consent form template for Rejeunesse hyaluronic acid fillers, emphasizing regulatory compliance for UK, US, and EU clinics. The guide highlights legal risks of miss…

Pleural Effusion Nursing Care Plan

Pabau released a structured pleural effusion nursing care plan template aligned with NANDA-I diagnoses, covering assessment, interventions, thoracentesis protocols, and discharge education. The templa…

Med spa insurance: coverage types, costs, and common gaps

Pabau published a comprehensive guide on med spa insurance, emphasizing the need for layered coverage (professional, general, cyber, and property liability) due to the dual medical-beauty nature of me…

Radiology report template: Free download and 4-part guide

Pabau released a free two-page radiology report template structured into clinical history, technique, findings, and impression sections to reduce ambiguity and improve billing accuracy. The template i…

Wheel of life assessment: Free template and 10 domains

Pabau published a free, 10-domain wheel of life assessment template designed for coaches and therapists to measure client satisfaction across life areas. The template includes fields for 10 domains (i…

Good faith exam med spa: requirements, who qualifies, and documentation

Pabau’s blog details the legal necessity of good faith exams (GFEs) for med spas before prescription aesthetic treatments, who can perform them, and state-by-state variations. It highlights liability …

ICD-10 Code S92.403K: Displaced left lesser toe fracture, nonunion

Pabau published a detailed guide on ICD-10 code S92.403K, which describes a displaced left lesser toe fracture with nonunion for subsequent encounters. The post emphasizes strict documentation require…

HCPCS code J1890: Injection, cephalothin sodium, up to 1 gram

HCPCS code J1890, which billed injections of cephalothin sodium (up to 1 gram), has been deleted by CMS and is no longer valid for Medicare or Medicaid claims. The drug was withdrawn from the US marke…

Utah cosmetology license requirements

Utah reduced cosmetology training hours from 1,600 to 1,250 effective January 1, 2026, and consolidated standalone esthetician and barber licenses into permits under S.B. 330. Master esthetics now req…

Ruler drop test: procedure, formula, and normative data

Pabau published a detailed guide on the ruler drop test, a low-cost method to measure reaction time using a 30 cm ruler and free-fall physics. The article explains the procedure, normative data, and c…

Vegetarian diet plan for clinicians: Free template & nutrition guide

Pabau launched a free, fillable vegetarian diet plan template designed for single-day meal logging, including patient details, six meal slots, and nutrient tracking. The template supports weight loss,…

How to Integrate your Pabau Calendar with Google Calendar, Outlook & Other Calendars

Pabau introduced a new one-way calendar integration allowing users to sync Pabau appointments with Google Calendar, Outlook (including multiple versions), and other ICS-compatible calendars like Mac C…

How to Integrate with Google Tag Manager

Pabau added Google Tag Manager integration to its Online Bookings service, allowing users to track booking performance and user behavior through the analytics tab in their account settings. The integr…

How to Integrate with Meta Pixel

Pabau added Meta Pixel integration to its Online Bookings service, enabling tracking of client actions like bookings, registrations, and payments via supported event IDs. Users can configure the integ…

How to Integrate with SignatureRx

Pabau added an integration with SignatureRx, a UK-based digital prescription platform, exclusively for clinics in the United Kingdom. The setup requires a source code and optional markup fee, with pre…

Self-care wheel: The 8 sections and how to use them

Pabau published a free two-page self-care wheel template with eight sections to help therapists and clients reflect on well-being across physical, emotional, and professional areas. The template avoid…

CPT code 76705: Limited abdominal ultrasound billing guide

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining CPT code 76705 (limited abdominal ultrasound) billing, documentation, and reimbursement rules, including Medicare rates for 2026 and common denial trigg…

ICD-10 code Z72.0: Tobacco use diagnosis and billing guide

Pabau updated its claims management software to pair ICD-10 code Z72.0 (current tobacco use without dependence) with tobacco cessation CPT codes (99406/99407) at point of care. The system flags docume…

Texas med spa regulations: What owners must know

Texas introduced sweeping changes to med spa regulations in 2025, including new delegation rules under TMB Chapter 169 (effective January 9, 2025) and Jenifer’s Law (effective September 1, 2025) which…

Upper Limb Functional Assessment

Pabau published a detailed guide explaining how standardized functional assessment templates (e.g., Barthel, FIM, Katz, Lawton) are used in rehabilitation, occupational therapy, and post-acute care se…

ResurFX laser treatment: Clinical guide and documentation templates

Pabau published a free clinical guide and documentation bundle for ResurFX, a non-ablative 1565nm fractional laser by Lumenis. The bundle includes consultation records, consent sheets, pre-treatment a…

Excel V laser treatment record template

Pabau published a free Excel V laser treatment record template designed for dual-wavelength laser treatments, covering patient details, wavelength selection, fluence, consent, and aftercare. The templ…

SLP goal bank: Measurable goals for every domain

Pabau introduced a free, downloadable SLP goal bank containing pre-written, measurable therapy goals organized by clinical domain (e.g., articulation, dysphagia, IEP objectives). The templates are SMA…

9 Best healthcare forms software platforms for HIPAA-compliant intake

Pabau’s blog compares nine HIPAA-compliant healthcare forms platforms, emphasizing that no free plan offers true compliance and that integrated platforms like Pabau enforce compliance within clinical …

Free self-esteem journal template for therapists and clients

Pabau published a free, six-page self-esteem journal template designed for therapists to assign as homework and for clients to use independently. The template includes five dated entries with eight re…

selective functional movement assessment

Pabau released a comprehensive guide and free downloadable SFMA template explaining the Selective Functional Movement Assessment, its scoring system, and breakout testing protocols. The content highli…

Pabau go app

Pabau introduced Pabau GO, a free iOS app enabling clinicians to manage consultations, capture consents and photos, accept payments, and access patient records from iPhone or iPad. The app includes AI…

ANA blood test: What it detects, results, and next steps

Pabau published a clinical guide explaining ANA blood test interpretation, emphasizing titer thresholds, staining patterns, and medication-induced false positives. The post highlights how Pabau’s soft…

ICD-10 Code T30.0: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree

Pabau released a comprehensive guide on ICD-10 code T30.0, emphasizing its correct use for burns of unspecified body region and degree. The guide highlights common denial triggers, documentation gaps,…

Medical spa license New York: What the state actually requires

New York does not issue a medical spa license; instead, it requires a stack of registrations tied to physicians, professional entities (PC/PLLC), and individual providers. Only licensed physicians can…

HCPCS Code E0240: Bath/shower chair billing guide 2026

Pabau released a comprehensive guide detailing 2026 Medicare billing rules for HCPCS Code E0240 (bath/shower chairs), including medical necessity criteria, documentation requirements, and common denia…

CPT code 90847: family psychotherapy billing guide

Pabau published a comprehensive guide clarifying CPT code 90847 for conjoint family psychotherapy with the patient present, distinguishing it from 90846 and detailing Medicare/Medicaid coverage rules.…

CPT Code 97110: Therapeutic exercise billing guide

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining CPT Code 97110 (therapeutic exercise billing), including documentation requirements, the 8-minute rule, and common denial triggers. The guide positions …

Fillmed consent form template

Pabau introduced a digital workflow for Fillmed consent forms, converting them into e-signed, secure records with structured clinical notes. The update ensures batch numbers, product details, and inje…

The emotional effects of stonewalling

Pabau released a client-facing explainer on stonewalling, a conflict avoidance tactic linked to emotional harm and divorce risk. The guide details physiological causes, long-term psychological impacts…

Med spa laws by state: What Florida requires for ownership and compliance

Florida allows non-physician ownership of med spas due to the absence of a corporate-practice-of-medicine (CPOM) statute, unlike stricter states like California or Texas. However, Florida still requir…

Medical spa license California: What the state actually requires in 2026

California has no medical spa license; instead, it licenses physicians, professional medical corporations, and treating professionals across six agencies. Non-physician ownership is capped at 49%, and…

Aesthetics licensing scheme England: What applies to your practice now

England’s aesthetics licensing scheme, enabled by the Health and Care Act 2022, remains inactive as no regulations have been enacted. A three-tier risk model (red, amber, green) would require practiti…

Sexual Compulsivity Scale: All 10 items, scoring, and a free template

Pabau published a free template and guide for the Sexual Compulsivity Scale (SCS), a 10-item questionnaire developed in 1995 to screen for hypersexual behavior. The guide explains scoring (10–40, with…

SMART treatment plan template with goal and objective examples

Pabau released a guide explaining how to create SMART treatment plans, emphasizing measurable, time-bound goals for clinical and payer compliance. The post includes a free downloadable template and hi…

Supervision Contract Template

Pabau published a free, ready-to-use supervision contract template covering supervisor/supervisee identification, learning objectives, session schedules, confidentiality, evaluation procedures, ethica…

TempSure Envi Aftercare Instructions

Pabau published a free, customizable template bundle for TempSure Envi radiofrequency treatments, including consent forms, pre-treatment checklists, protocol guides, and automated aftercare instructio…

VSG Weight Loss Chart

Pabau released a free, printable VSG weight loss chart template and comprehensive guide to help bariatric clinics track post-op outcomes, identify stalls, and maintain patient engagement through struc…

CPT Code 99396: Preventive visit billing for established patients ages 40-64

Pabau published a comprehensive guide explaining CPT Code 99396, used for annual preventive visits for established patients aged 40–64, including documentation requirements, Medicare alternatives, and…

HCPCS Code M0064: Deleted psychiatric drug monitoring visit and CPT 90792 transition

HCPCS Code M0064, used for brief psychiatric drug monitoring visits, has been deleted and is no longer billable. It has been replaced by CPT 90792 (psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical servi…

smart goals worksheet

Pabau published a free downloadable SMART goals worksheet template to help clinics set Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals. The post emphasizes using Pabau’s digital forms…

Pharmacy technician worksheets

Pabau published free, printable pharmacy technician worksheets covering pharmaceutical calculations, sig codes, drug classifications, and DEA schedules to prepare for PTCB and ExCPT exams. The workshe…

Labral tear test

Pabau released a clinical guide explaining labral tear tests (shoulder/hip) and their diagnostic accuracy, emphasizing the need for multiple tests to reach 80-90% accuracy. It also introduced a free d…

Best EMR software in Dubai: NABIDH-ready systems compared

Pabau emphasizes its DHA NABIDH-approved status with native HL7 v2.5.1 reporting built into its clinic management platform, contrasting it with competitors that lack transparent pricing or detailed co…

What is Sheryan? The DHA portal explained for clinic owners and practitioners

The post details Sheryan, Dubai Health Authority’s online licensing system for healthcare facilities and professionals, emphasizing its two-track process and strict activation requirements, including …

Wheel of Awareness worksheet: Template and clinician guide

Pabau released a free, one-page fillable worksheet for the Wheel of Awareness mindfulness practice, designed to help therapists guide clients in emotional regulation and self-awareness. The worksheet …

Patient payment plans: How to set up, automate, and collect

Pabau published a guide on patient payment plans, highlighting how structured installment options improve clinic cash flow and patient access to care. The post emphasizes automation (recurring billing…

Payment processingmanagement

Pabau introduced a suite of payment processing tools for med spas, including a native card terminal, Tap to Pay via iPhone, automated payment links, account credit deposits, gift cards, memberships, a…

Relationship check-in template: 30 questions for couples

Pabau released a free relationship check-in template with 30 questions covering eight areas (communication, emotional needs, trust, conflict resolution, plans, personal space, social life, and money) …

Positive psychology worksheet: Six sections & how to review them

Pabau published a free positive psychology worksheet template structured around Seligman’s PERMA model, featuring six sections: profile, gratitude, strengths, values, affirmations, and goals. The temp…

9 Best medical transcription software tools for practices in 2026

Pabau’s guide to nine medical transcription tools highlights Dragon Medical One as the leader in voice recognition accuracy, while Pabau Scribe is the only tool that both publishes a price ($62/month)…

Apley’s test: Procedure, interpretation, and reference card

Pabau released a free reference card for Apley’s test, a prone-position knee exam used to screen for meniscal injuries. The post explains the test’s two phases (compression and distraction), diagnosti…

Nurse satisfaction survey: Free template and question bank

Pabau published a free nurse satisfaction survey template designed to measure six workplace dimensions (work environment, workload, leadership, pay, development, team collaboration) using validated in…

Pricing change detected for Pabau

Pricing updated for Pabau: - Enterprise: allowance changed from 16+ users, multiple sites to 16+ users

Peroneal tendon tear test: Step-by-step exam and template

Pabau published a free digital assessment template and step-by-step guide for performing peroneal tendon tear tests, including Sobel and Raikin grading systems, MRI/ultrasound guidance, and treatment …

Pabau vs NexHealth: Best patient onboarding software for practices

A detailed comparison of Pabau and NexHealth highlights Pabau’s all-in-one platform for aesthetic and multi-specialty practices, while NexHealth layers intake automation over existing EHRs for primary…

Watson test (scaphoid shift test): Technique, interpretation, and accuracy

Pabau published a detailed guide on the Watson (scaphoid shift) test, including anatomy, technique, interpretation, and diagnostic accuracy. The post emphasizes consistent documentation of test findin…

PIE note: Template, examples, and how to write one

Pabau published a guide explaining PIE notes (Problem, Intervention, Evaluation), a structured clinical documentation format used in therapy and social work. The article provides a free template, work…

Indiana Medical Power of Attorney Form

Pabau introduced a digital forms feature allowing clinics to securely collect, store, and manage Indiana medical power of attorney documents within patient records. The feature ensures HIPAA-compliant…

CPT code 25441: Arthroplasty with prosthetic replacement, distal radius

Pabau published a comprehensive guide on CPT code 25441, used for arthroplasty with prosthetic replacement of the distal radius. The article details RVU values, Medicare payment calculations, modifier…

Labor and delivery nursing care plan

Pabau released a free, printable labor and delivery nursing care plan template and comprehensive guide explaining NANDA diagnoses, assessment cadence, and NIC interventions. The content positions Paba…

Quadriceps strain test: Administration, grading & interpretation

Pabau released a clinical guide and free downloadable template for quadriceps strain testing, including a five-phase examination, grading system, and phased rehabilitation plan. The template integrate…

Mental Health Check-in Worksheet

Pabau published a two-page mental health check-in worksheet template designed to convert mood ratings into actionable goals, action steps, and review dates for clinical settings. The template includes…

Olidia PLLA Injectable Dermal Filler Aftercare Instructions

Pabau launched a patient-ready aftercare template for Olidia PLLA, a biostimulator dermal filler that stimulates collagen over 6–12 weeks. The product arrives as a lyophilized powder requiring reconst…

Ineffective Breathing Pattern Nursing Care Plan

Pabau released a detailed guide on the NANDA-I nursing diagnosis for ineffective breathing pattern, including assessment protocols, SMART goals, and evidence-based interventions. The article also prom…

PIRP note: Free template

Pabau published a comprehensive guide explaining PIRP (Problem, Intervention, Response, Plan) note templates, a structured documentation method for mental health professionals. The post highlights how…

Progress note template

Pabau released a detailed guide explaining the importance of progress note templates in clinical documentation, covering core elements, formats (SOAP, DAP, BIRP), and specialty-specific additions. The…

Pediatric vital signs chart: normal ranges by age

Pabau released a free pediatric vital signs chart with age-specific normal ranges, action thresholds, and measurement guidance to help clinicians interpret pediatric vitals correctly. The resource hig…

Incident form: Free customizable template

Pabau published a free, customizable incident form template and guide for medical practices, emphasizing 24-hour completion, regulatory compliance (HIPAA, CQC, RIDDOR, OSHA), and digital automation vi…

pediatric review of systems

Pabau published a free pediatric review of systems (ROS) template with 13 sections (general, weight, skin/lymph, HEENT, cardiac, respiratory, GI, GU, musculoskeletal, neuro, pubertal, allergy, psychia…

Personal wellness plan

Pabau published a free three-page clinical wellness plan template designed to be completed with patients during consultations. It captures baseline health metrics, SMART goals across seven wellness di…

HCPCS Code J3487: Deleted code, crosswalk to J3489, and billing guide

HCPCS code J3487, used for billing zoledronic acid (Zometa) injections, has been deleted by CMS and replaced by J3489. Claims using J3487 are rejected outright, requiring practices to update charge ma…

6 Best speech therapy practice management software: 2026 guide

Pabau published a 2026 guide comparing six speech therapy practice management platforms, emphasizing how billing models and practitioner mix influence software choice. The post highlights Pabau’s suit…

Patellar pubic percussion test

Pabau released a clinical guide and one-page reference sheet for the patellar pubic percussion test, a bedside screening tool for occult hip fractures. The guide details technique, accuracy metrics, a…

Plantar Fascia Rupture Test

Pabau published a structured clinical assessment template for diagnosing plantar fascia ruptures, integrating palpation, windlass testing, and imaging referral pathways into patient records. The templ…

Procrastination worksheets: Free CBT and ACT templates for therapists

Pabau published a free pack of CBT and ACT-based procrastination worksheets designed to help clinicians assess and treat delay behaviors in clients. The worksheets target trigger identification, cycle…

Morpheus8 aftercare instructions

Pabau published a free, patient-facing Morpheus8 aftercare handout covering a two-week healing timeline, product restrictions, and red-flag symptoms. The template includes a signed confirmation to doc…

Family dynamics worksheet

Pabau published a free family dynamics worksheet template to help therapists assess family roles, communication, boundaries, and attachment patterns. The tool is designed for individual, family, and g…

Deep tendon reflex exam

Pabau released a clinical guide and two-page downloadable template for conducting and recording deep tendon reflex exams, including grading scales and nerve root mappings. The content promotes Pabau’s…

ICD-10 Code M83.0: Puerperal osteomalacia billing guide

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining ICD-10 code M83.0 for puerperal osteomalacia, effective October 1, 2025, and its clinical documentation requirements. The post highlights how Pabau’s cl…

Repeat prescription request form: Free template and what to include

Pabau released a free, customizable repeat prescription request form and guide for private GP practices, detailing required fields, processing times, and legal restrictions (e.g., Schedule 2/3 drugs).…

Developmental assessment template and checklist for clinicians

Pabau published a free developmental assessment template and checklist for clinicians, covering five domains (motor, language, cognitive, social-emotional, adaptive) with milestone checklists, scoring…

CPT Code 20700: drug delivery device billing guide (2026)

Pabau published a detailed guide on CPT Code 20700, an add-on code for manual preparation and deep insertion of drug-delivery devices, effective 2026. The article highlights common billing errors, RVU…

ICD-10 Code S60.152S: Contusion of left middle finger, sequela

Pabau published a detailed guide on ICD-10 Code S60.152S, a billable code for contusion of the left middle finger at the sequela stage. The article emphasizes the critical role of the 7th character 'S…

personal trainer assessment

Pabau released a comprehensive guide and template for personal trainer assessments, emphasizing structured evaluations covering health history, fitness tests, and movement screening. The content highl…

personal hygiene checklist

Pabau released a free personal hygiene checklist template designed for healthcare practitioners to assess and monitor patient self-care routines. The checklist covers daily and weekly hygiene tasks ac…

CPT code 23620: Greater humeral tuberosity fracture billing guide

Pabau published a detailed guide on CPT code 23620, covering clinical use, modifiers, RVUs, ICD-10 pairing, and documentation requirements for greater humeral tuberosity fracture billing. The post hig…

HCPCS code J3365: Urokinase IV injection, 250,000 IU vial

CMS deleted HCPCS code J3365, used to bill intravenous urokinase (250,000 IU vial) under Medicare Part B, effective December 31, 2025. Claims with 2026 dates of service must use J3490 (unclassified dr…

CPT Code 15150: Tissue cultured skin autograft billing guide

Pabau published a detailed guide on CPT Code 15150, covering Medicare reimbursement rates, documentation requirements, and common billing errors for tissue cultured skin autografts. The article highli…

pain journal

Pabau released a comprehensive guide explaining the clinical value of pain journals, including essential fields, pain scales, and workflows. The post highlights Pabau’s digital forms and patient porta…

pain locator chart

Pabau published a guide explaining pain locator charts—visual tools mapping patient pain locations, intensities, and qualities to aid diagnosis and treatment. They emphasize digital integration into p…

Pricing updated for Pabau: - Starter: $50/mo → Custom pricing - Enterprise: promotion ended (was: Contact us for pricing) - Enterprise: allowance changed from 16+ users to 16+ users, multiple sites

Prior authorization software: Pabau vs CoverMyMeds [year]

The article compares Pabau’s integrated practice management system with CoverMyMeds’ standalone prior authorization (PA) software, highlighting differences in workflow integration, automation, payer n…

Pediatric assessment: Frameworks, tools, and clinical workflows

Pabau published a clinical guide emphasizing age-specific pediatric assessment frameworks like the Pediatric Assessment Triangle, vital sign ranges, and pain scales. The post highlights how Pabau’s EM…

HCPCS code J0970: Deleted estradiol valerate injection code

CMS deleted HCPCS code J0970 (estradiol valerate injection, up to 40 mg) effective January 1, 2011, replacing it with J1380 (1 unit per 10 mg). Medicare’s medically unlikely edit caps J1380 at 3 units…

ICD-10 code S82.191B: Upper end right tibia open fracture

Pabau published a detailed guide on ICD-10 code S82.191B, clarifying its use for Gustilo type II/III open fractures of the upper right tibia during initial encounters. The post highlights common codin…

CVICU Report Sheet

Pabau introduced a free, structured CVICU report sheet template to standardize documentation for cardiovascular ICU nurses, emphasizing cardiac-specific metrics like PA catheter readings and vasoactiv…

Core Beliefs Inventory

Pabau introduced a free Core Beliefs Inventory (CBI) template to help therapists and coaches identify negative core beliefs in clients across helplessness, unlovability, and worthlessness domains. The…

Neer’s test: how to perform and interpret results

Pabau published a clinical guide explaining Neer’s test, a shoulder impingement screening tool, including its mechanics, interpretation, and limitations. The post positions Pabau’s software as a solut…

Drug and alcohol evaluation form: Free template for clinical use

Pabau released a free, print-ready drug and alcohol evaluation template and a clinical guide explaining standardized screening tools (AUDIT, DAST-10, CAGE), DSM-5 criteria, and HIPAA-compliant documen…

Discharge summary template: Free download and clinical guide

Pabau introduced a free discharge summary template and clinical guide to standardize patient handoffs between care settings. The template includes required fields for admission history, discharge diag…

Dialectical thinking worksheet: Free PDF for therapists and clients

Pabau published a free dialectical thinking worksheet designed to help therapists and clients practice DBT skills, particularly the core dialectic of acceptance and change. The five-step worksheet is …

Dyslexia worksheet: Free clinical screening form

Pabau published a free, printable dyslexia worksheet designed for clinicians to screen reading, writing, and language processing difficulties. The form supports standardized administration, multisenso…

Men’s BMI chart: Free template

Pabau published a free, printable men’s BMI chart template to help clinicians quickly classify adult male patients by weight status without manual calculations. The chart integrates with Pabau’s pract…

outcome questionnaire

Pabau introduced a free 24-statement outcome questionnaire template for private practice therapy settings, designed to track patient progress over time. The template includes four domains (symptom dis…

Claim.MD pricing: Plans, add-ons, and what you actually pay

Claim.MD introduced three transparent pricing tiers—Basic ($30/month), Small Volume ($60/month), and Unlimited ($120/month)—metering volume rather than features. Practices exceeding allowances face pe…