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APTA Results (4,234 Results)

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Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)

Sep 21, 2021/Test & Measure

The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) contains 3 components: Balance test, Gait Speed test, and Chair Stand test. These components are useful for a physical therapist (PT) to evaluate the functional mobility of an older adult’s lower extremities.

Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI)

Aug 30, 2017/Test & Measure

This is a self-report measure developed to assess the patient's perception of shoulder pain and disability during daily activities.

Responding to Targeted Medical Review

Jul 1, 2017/Column

CMS is reviewing some therapy claims that exceed the $3,700 Medicare Part B threshold. Here's what to know, and what to do, if you are contacted

Is Your Practice ADA Compliant?

Oct 1, 2023/Feature

Following the Americans with Disabilities Act means more than ramps and accessible parking spots. Is your practice fully covered when it comes to patient communications?

Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction and Balance (CTSIB)

Aug 31, 2017/Test & Measure

Measures the influence of visual, vestibular, and somatosensory input on standing balance.

Quality of Life in Alzheimer Disease: QOL-AD

Jun 29, 2017/Test & Measure

A 13-item questionnaire designed to provide both a patient and a caregiver report of the quality of life (QOL) for patients who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer Disease (AD).

Functional Gait Assessment (FGA)

Jun 10, 2019/Test & Measure

FGA is a modification of the Dynamic Gait Index and was created to help decrease the ceiling effect and improve reliability.

Win: CMS Says SNFs, Hospitals, HHAs, Rehab Agencies, Other Institutional Settings Can Bill Telehealth Outpatient Therapy Claims

May 29, 2020/News

The clarification from CMS applies to settings that use institutional claims such as UB-04.

The Keys to Effective Documentation

Aug 1, 2016/Column

Be thorough and try to think like a payer.

Final 2025 MA Rule Includes More Prior Authorization Scrutiny

May 8, 2024/News

Medicare Advantage plans will be required to analyze prior authorization requirements' impact on health equity.