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Study: Excessive Sitting Time Is a Global Problem

Jul 6, 2022/Review

Researchers say sedentary lifestyles are increasing death and CVD rates worldwide — and that lower-income countries may be at greater risk.

Final FY ’26 SNF and IRF Rules: Payment Increases and Removal of SDOH Measures

Aug 27, 2025/News

The Big Picture: Effective Oct. 1, 2025, skilled nursing facilities will see a payment increase of 3.2%, which is slightly higher than the 2.8% included in the proposed rule the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued earlier this year. Inpatient rehabilitation facilities will see a payment increase

And the Beat Goes On: APTA's Commercial Payer Advocacy

Apr 21, 2021/Roundup

Lots of payers with multiple plans mean the conversation never stops. Here are a few advocacy efforts that APTA is pursuing.

Viewpoints

Feb 1, 2019/Magazine

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New Apps Approved — Just in Time for Women's Health Month

May 10, 2024/News

Apps dedicated to women's health are now offered in APTA's online digital health tools resource.

APTA Advocacy Impact: Novitas Updates FAQ With Plan of Care Signature Exception

Jul 1, 2025/News

APTA and AOTA are working to ensure the new plan of care exception is accurately reflected in Medicare guidance and educational resources.

APTA Practice Advisory on AI-Enabled Ambient Scribe Technology Now Available

Sep 19, 2025/News

The advisory outlines documentation responsibilities and legal and regulatory considerations for this emerging technology.

ICD-10 Case Study: Outpatient PT-First Visit for Acute Low Back Pain Via Referral From Orthopedist

45-year-old male 3 days after onset of acute low back pain (LBP) with (L) LE pain into posterior thigh to knee.

Finding Your Niche: Danny Matta on How to Build a Career Centered on Ownership, Autonomy, and Meaning

Jul 7, 2026/Podcast

Listening Time — 27:26 Podcast Platforms Icons Physical therapists often enter the profession to help patients — but many also aspire to have greater autonomy, flexibility, and ownership over their careers. In this episode of the APTA Podcast, entrepreneur, business coach, author, and physical therapist

Seven Hot Issues Getting Attention in State Legislatures

Feb 23, 2021/Roundup

The fight to improve direct access continues, use of the licensure compact grows, and telehealth is being discussed just about everywhere.