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APTA to CMS: Proposed Orthotics and Prosthetics Rule Hurts Patients, PTs

Mar 10, 2017/News

In a letter to CMS, APTA President Sharon L. Dunn, PT, PhD, argues against a proposed rule that would impose undue regulatory and financial burdens on PTs who provide custom orthoses and prostheses,

CMS Considers Upgraded Requirements for Orthotics and Prosthetics Providers

Jan 17, 2017/News

A new rule from CMS would include qualified PTs among the providers who could furnish and bill for custom orthotics and prosthetics, but the definition of "qualified" may have implications for PTs.

Communication and Patient Education

Jul 19, 2019/Podcast

Jaclyn Marie Arrow, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy, discusses her session “He Said, She Said: How Personality and Communication Can Improve Patient Education” at APTA’s NEXT 2019 in Chicago.

Alternative Payment Models Under Medicaid

Feb 17, 2020/Article

CMS also offers APMs focused on Medicaid beneficiaries. Here are the programs PTs need to know about.

PTs and PTAs Shine on Long COVID Care Teams

Mar 1, 2023/Feature

How providers mesh can mean the difference between successful outcomes and a patient’s continued loss of function.

APTA Recognized as HHS National Youth Sports Strategy Champion

May 19, 2023/News

The association joins national and local organizations as an advocate for youth access to sports, regardless of ability.

International PT Response to COVID-19

Mar 26, 2020/Article

how telehealth has changed or impacted the provision of PT in the countries; global initiatives in the response and recovery phases COVID-19.

PTs Are 'Abilitation Specialists'

Dec 12, 2018/Perspective

The extensive knowledge and skills that PTs possess translate easily to "abilitation" as well.

Emerging Leaders and APTA Fellows: A Dialogue

Dec 1, 2018/Feature

The career arc of a PT or PTA often spans many decades. And while the endpoints are separated by age and experience, the lessons learned along the way can be instructive at any point in the journey.

Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers/Injuries, 3rd Edition, Quick Reference Guide

Dec 1, 2019/CPG

This guideline provides recommendations for the prevention and management of pressure ulcers in patients of all ages.