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Jan 31, 2018/Article
Discharge documentation should include the reason for the episode conclusion, the date of the episode conclusion, and an relevant objective or subjective information related to the patient's status. Some federal and non-federal payers governmental bodies and payors may require a discharge note for the
Jun 29, 2023/CPG
The purpose of these clinical practice guidelines is to describe the peer-reviewed literature and make recommendations related to nonarthritic hip joint pain.
Aug 1, 2025/Advocacy Update
Here’s how APTA members can request PTPAC disbursements to attend campaign events and ensure physical therapists have a seat at the table.
Aug 30, 2022/Review
Researchers find higher hospital admission rates, lower PCP usage, and more visits to the ED among this 'often invisible' population.
Mar 4, 2022/Roundup
For National Brain Injury Awareness Month, five APTA resources and a roundup of recent research.
Jul 23, 2021/Review
CMS sets up penalties for noncompliance in the rule, which also includes a 2.3% pay increase and requests for input on a range of topics.
Jun 1, 2017/Column
Physical therapy and yoga, working together for patients.
Apr 17, 2024/Review
Researchers describe the lower odds of mobility improvement combined with higher odds of discharge to community as a "cause for concern."
Apr 23, 2025/Article
Skilled nursing facilities could see a 2.8% payment increase and inpatient rehabilitation facilities could see a 2.6% boost beginning in October 2025 if two proposed rules from CMS are adopted without change.
Learn how to stay in compliance with Medicare while providing supervision to students, PTAs, and physical therapy aides.