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Local Coverage Determinations

Local Coverage Determinations, known as LCDs, are crucial to payment under Medicare. That's why it's important to understand what they are, how they impact your practice, and how to find a particular LCD.

Counter Movement Jump (CMJ) – Achilles Tendinitis

Feb 1, 2014/Test & Measure

Counter Movement Jump (CMJ) – Achilles Tendinitis

Wheelchair Skills Test 4.1 (WST) – Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)

Feb 2, 2014/Test & Measure

Measures manual wheelchair skills.

Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Advocacy

Support APTA's payment advocacy related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.

Strategies To Increase Enrollment of Underrepresented Minorities in Physical Therapy Programs

Nov 24, 2021/Perspective

Zoher Kapasi, PT, PhD, MBA, FAPTA, reminds us that a diverse workforce begins with diverse student populations in PT and PTA education programs.

Physical Inactivity Linked to Higher Risk for Severe COVID-19 Outcomes

Apr 26, 2021/Review

A study of 48,440 patients finds that patients who were sedentary were more likely to experience hospitalization or death.

More Rehab in Acute Care Leads to Reduced Readmission Rates Post-Hip Fracture

Apr 25, 2023/Review

Authors of a study published in PTJ also found significant variation in therapy time among acute care facilities.

New CPG on Hip Fracture Focuses on PTs

Feb 3, 2021/Review

Two APTA academies, in collaboration with APTA national, have created a targeted set of recommendations.

Our Experiences Matter When It Comes to Advocacy

Jun 21, 2021/Perspective

Sharing our professional experiences makes a difference when it comes to advocacy efforts.

Researcher Spotlight | The Impact of Mentorship in Physical Therapy: Reflections on a Career of Teaching, Research, and Leadership

Dec 1, 2025/Column

In the final part of the “Pathways to Research” series, Rick Segal, PT, PhD, FAPTA, shares his thoughts on mentorship in physical therapy.