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CMS Proposes Major Change in SNF Payment System

Apr 30, 2018/News

On April 27, CMS unveiled its proposed SNF rule for 2019, which includes plans to replace the existing SNF case-mix methodology, known as Resource Utilization Groups Version IV (RUG-IV) with an entirely new system dubbed the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM).

US Receives Failing Grades on Walking and Walkability

Oct 25, 2017/News

The US received a C among 2 Ds, 5 Fs, and an "incomplete" when it comes to walking and walkable communities, according to a recently released report card from the National Physical Activity Plan Alliance (NPAPA). APTA is an alliance partner.

APTA Centennial Scholars: 'This Really Bodes Well for the Future'

Sep 8, 2021/Roundup

Looking back over APTA's first 100 years, it quickly becomes apparent that PTs and PTAs aren't the types to just sit back and let the future happen: They'd prefer to actively invest in it — and then build it. That's what APTA's Centennial Scholars Program is all about.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Acute Isolated Meniscal Pathology: Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline

Jun 10, 2024/CPG

This clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons provides the best evidence for the diagnosis and treatment of acute isolated meniscal pathology.

APTA Board Opens Search for Public Member

Jun 4, 2021/News

The new director must be a non-PT or PTA and will have full voting privileges. Application deadline is July 15.

Subtalar Joint Range of Motion

Jan 10, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures passive non-weightbearing goniometric measure of rear-foot inversion and eversion range of motion

Remembering Peter A. Towne: A Life Dedicated to Service

Mar 31, 2026/Article

Peter Alan Towne, PT, FAPTA, passed away on March 11, 2026, at the age of 90. He left an indelible mark on the association across nearly 70 years as an APTA member, joining in 1958 while a physical therapy student at the University of Iowa.

A Clinical Practice Guideline for Primary Care Physiotherapy in Patients With Haemophilia

Jul 10, 2024/CPG

This guideline, developed by the University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands, offers 82 consensus recommendations that are based on literature and clinical expertise.

Tiered Physical Therapy Evaluation and Reevaluation CPT Codes

Since January 2017, PTs use three evaluation codes and one reevaluation code.

Researcher Spotlight

Nov 1, 2024/Article

Rich Shields, PT, PhD, FAPTA, developed a questionnaire that has created data on the educational experiences of DPT students nationwide.