Interdisciplinary Team Conference
Also written as: IDT — Interdisciplinary Team Conference
Scheduled meeting where rehabilitation team members collaborate on patient assessment, goal-setting, and treatment planning.
Full Definition
An Interdisciplinary Team Conference (IDT) brings together physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other rehabilitation professionals to discuss patient progress, modify treatment goals, and coordinate care plans. These conferences typically occur weekly in inpatient settings and are required for Medicare compliance. The IDT process ensures comprehensive assessment of patient needs and promotes coordinated, goal-directed rehabilitation interventions.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish from multidisciplinary (parallel work) vs. interdisciplinary (integrated collaboration).
In Context
- "The IDT conference identified barriers to discharge and revised the treatment timeline accordingly." — Team meeting minutes
- "Weekly IDT conferences ensure coordinated care and goal alignment across disciplines." — Program description