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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.
Apr 10, 2020/News
A $30 billion emergency relief package began rolling out on April 10, making direct deposits into provider and facility accounts based on 2019 Medicare billing.
Mar 16, 2020/News
The "blanket waiver" system now in effect eases a wide range of requirements, but CMS still won't reimburse for telehealth by PTs.
Feb 18, 2020/Review
Around the world, falls continue to pose a significant health care burden that varies from region to region in a variety of ways.
Jun 15, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures disorders of the upper limbs; change or function over time.
Jun 16, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures various functional abilities related to sitting balance.
Aug 30, 2017/Test & Measure
Measures amount of active lumbar flexion, extension, and lateral flexion motion measured using an inclinometer.
Jun 2, 2014/Test & Measure
Assesses an individual's ability to modify balance while walking in the presence of external demands
Aug 23, 2017/Test & Measure
It is completed by health care professionals and can be applied to any patient with a suspected DVT.