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Bill Extending Temporary 2% Payment Increase Passes House; Senate Bill Ready

Mar 23, 2021/News

In 2020, Congress temporarily boosted Medicare payment as part of pandemic relief. Legislators need to act now to extend the help.

Federal Advocacy Forum Participants Take the PT Message to Capitol Hill

Mar 29, 2017/News

This year, FAF participants pressed support of three important pieces of legislation.

APTA Medicaid Advocacy: State Wins and Updated Medicaid Payment Resource

May 21, 2025/Article

APTA chapters are fighting to change Medicaid policy to improve payment and access to PT services in their states.

Proposed SNF Rule Relaxes Group Therapy Requirements, Increases Payment by 2.5%

Apr 22, 2019/News

In a proposed change strongly supported by APTA, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) could see more flexibility when it comes to the number of residents considered acceptable for "group therapy" under Medicare. The loosened definition is part of the proposed fiscal year (FY) 2020 payment rule for SNFs

Healthy Workforce Promotion

APTA supports physical therapist efforts to lead employer-based health promotion and population health initiatives that improve outcomes for individuals and communities.

Media Tour Takes APTA's 'ChoosePT' Message Nationwide

Sep 20, 2019/News

Pain is complicated, and effectively addressing it requires open communication and a true partnership between providers and patients. Sarah Wenger, PT, DPT, believes that physical therapy can support just that type of relationship, and she took that message to TV and radio stations across the United

Study: PTs and PTAs Report Higher Levels of Work Engagement Than Norm

Dec 18, 2023/Review

A survey of 975 PTs and PTAs in Texas reveals potential insights into productivity requirements and other factors tied to work engagement.

The Utilization Management Toolkit

Aug 1, 2017/Column

A new compendium of resources is designed to help PTs ensure patient-focused care while reducing health care costs.

Understanding the CPT Process

Nov 1, 2018/Column

Here's what's involved and why it's important to know.

Becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical therapist assistants are educated and licensed clinicians who provide care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Are you ready to be a PTA?