Ellen R. Strunk

For nearly two decades Ellen R. Strunk, PT, MS, GCS, FAPTA, ACEEAA, CHC, RAC-CT has worked at the intersection of clinical care, operations, and health policy. Her career spans roles as a clinician, manager/director, and policy specialist, giving her a rare ability to translate complex Medicare payment systems and outpatient therapy billing rules into practical, actionable guidance for providers. As founder and principal consultant of Rehab Resources and Consulting, Inc., she has supported dozens of organizations in strengthening their clinical performance, operational efficiency, and regulatory readiness. Her background across home-based, community, and post-acute settings allows her to approach challenges with a balanced, patient centered perspective. Her expertise also extends to policy development and education, where she contributes to quality measure design, provider training, and compliance initiatives. She is a published author, contributing the Health Policy for Physical Thera