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Setting a New Agenda

Mar 1, 2023/Feature

APTA's public policy priorities are ready for our advocacy efforts in the new congressional session.

Let's Go: Time to Write Legislators and Press for the Payment Cut Fix

Nov 29, 2021/News

Lawmakers are back. A bill has been introduced that could offset the cuts. It's time to make this happen.

President Dunn: Medicare Payment Cuts Will Harm Physical Therapy and Create Barriers to Care

Dec 21, 2020/Statement

The COVID-19 relief package falls short of ensuring patient access, and a 3.6% cut threatens the viability of providers who offer safe, cost-effective care.

Volunteers Make APTA Possible

Feb 1, 2021/Feature

With Valentine's Day being celebrated this month, APTA gives our members some love for all they do for the organization, profession, and society.

Win: CMS Will Lift Several Code Pairing Restrictions

Dec 4, 2020/News

The change, pushed for by APTA, will allow PTs to use many commonly paired codes for services delivered in the same day.

APTA and Patient, Provider Groups Continue PTA Differential Push

Feb 9, 2022/News

In a joint letter to congressional leaders, APTA and 11 other groups urge adoption of legislation to address the PTA payment cut.

Physical Therapist Median Income

May 1, 2018/Resource

Salary data for PTs by geographic region, employment setting, years of experience, highest earned academic degree, and sex.

Quality Standards and Excellence in Physical Therapy Education Programs

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Outlines expectations for all physical therapy education programs in meeting quality standards.

Study: Referral to Physical Therapy for LBP Reduces Odds of Later Opioid Prescription—Even When Patients Don't Follow Up on the Referral

Jan 2, 2018/Review

"Providing a physical therapy consult in place of an opioid prescription is a reasonable alternate strategy for pain management and improved function."

APTA 2022 State Legislation Roundup: Prior Authorization, Telehealth, and More

Aug 26, 2022/Roundup

State advocates for the profession racked up some important wins this year. Here are highlights.