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Home health physical therapy encompasses a wide range of services that PTs and PTAs provide in the home.
Applications need to be sent directly to the PTA programs.
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?
Becoming a PTA is not a "steppingstone" to becoming a PT. But approximately 10% of PTAs explore careers as PTs.
Patients shouldn't have to have their care interrupted, and PTs shouldn't be forced to suspend services during temporary absences.
Support APTA's payment advocacy related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.
Aug 1, 2019/Article
The compact creates a way for PTs and PTAs to practice or work in multiple states.
Jan 7, 2020/Article
There are compliance elements related to multiple laws and payment systems. Here are some of the areas that could have a particular impact on your practice.
Mar 1, 2020/Article
Suspect that something may be wrong? Follow your available internal channels first. If that doesn't resolve the issue, consider these additional steps.
