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Direct Access and Medicare in Hospital-Based Outpatient Settings

May 3, 2020/Article

CMS has specific regulations that impact direct access services in hospital-based outpatient settings.

Stroke, Part I: Overview and Classification

May 1, 2024/Clinical Summary

This clinical summary provides information on the background, pathophysiology, and management of people who are at risk for and who have had a cerebrovascular accident.

The Five Things I've Learned as a Cash-Based Physical Therapy Practice Owner

Feb 6, 2020/Perspective

I started a cash-based practice because I really did not feel that I had any other options.

What Is the PROMISe of Global Outcome Measures? 3 Things You Need to Know

Sep 4, 2018/Perspective

Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are pivotal to assessing and achieving high-quality care.

Study: Pre- and Post-TKR Physical Therapy Lowers Odds of Long-Term Opioid Use

Nov 5, 2021/Review

A large-scale study found that the lowered odds are especially significant for "opioid-experienced" patients.

CMS Takes Aim at Prior Authorization in Medicaid, CHIP, and Federal Exchanges

Jan 19, 2021/Review

The final rule pushes payers toward more transparency and consistent deadlines for decisions.

From PTJ: Avoidance Assessment for Individuals With Shoulder Pain Shows Promise

Apr 9, 2024/Review

Researchers analyzing the Avoidance of Daily Activities Photo Scale for Patients With Shoulder Pain say it's valid and reliable.

Proposed Home Health Rule Moves Ahead With New Payment System, Allows Therapist Assistants to Furnish Maintenance Therapy

Jul 12, 2019/News

The US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) intends to go full steam ahead with its plans to shift to a new payment system for home health beginning in 2020. The plans are accompanied by other changes that include allowing maintenance therapy to be furnished by physical therapist assistants

Another COVID-19 Challenge: Deferred Care in a 'Digital Divide'

Feb 12, 2021/Review

Researchers say large pockets of patients are simply opting out from care — with care for MSK conditions high on the list.

What Do You Know About PT and PTA Student Debt? Take Our Quiz

Apr 5, 2021/Open Access

APTA is raising awareness about debt burden and providing support through the APTA Financial Solutions Center.