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Apr 22, 2019/News
In a proposed change strongly supported by APTA, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) could see more flexibility when it comes to the number of residents considered acceptable for "group therapy" under Medicare. The loosened definition is part of the proposed fiscal year (FY) 2020 payment rule for SNFs
Oct 22, 2019/Review
A review found that the estimated annual cost of health care waste ranges from a total of $760 billion to $935 billion.
Jul 1, 2018/Magazine
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Dec 18, 2017/Perspective
NSC 2017 was hands-down one of my favorite weekends throughout my time in physical therapy school.
Jan 10, 2025/Article
APTA is "encouraged but not satisfied" with the policy revision.
Mar 21, 2025/News
Process changes, such as more real-time information and a shortened form for fewer visits, are meant to allow PTs to treat patients quicker.
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
Aug 1, 2025/Column
Thailey Leak, SPT, interviews Chris Wilson, PT, DPT, DScPT, president of APTA Oncology, about what it takes to succeed in this rewarding specialty.
Jan 19, 2014/Clinical Summary
PTs help people with DBMD improve their quality of life.
Aug 31, 2017/Test & Measure
Measures the influence of visual, vestibular, and somatosensory input on standing balance.