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Updated OA 'Agenda' Emphasizes Importance of Physical Activity

May 12, 2020/News

The resources describes OA as "still an under-recognized chronic condition."

Physician Fee Schedule and QPP: A New Payment World Awaits PTs in 2019

Nov 2, 2018/News

Many PTs will face a new payment landscape beginning in January, now that CMS has finalized a rule that ends FLR and moves certain PTs into the Quality Payment Program.

Student Spotlight: APTA Oncology, an academy of the American Physical Therapy Association

Aug 21, 2020/Open Access

The mission of APTA Oncology is to optimize movement and quality of life of individuals impacted by cancer and chronic illness.

US Receives Failing Grades on Walking and Walkability

Oct 25, 2017/News

The US received a C among 2 Ds, 5 Fs, and an "incomplete" when it comes to walking and walkable communities, according to a recently released report card from the National Physical Activity Plan Alliance (NPAPA). APTA is an alliance partner.

Study: More 'Collaboration and Consistency' Needed Between PTs and Surgeons in TKA, THA Measures

Mar 23, 2018/Review

As health care moves toward value-based approaches, it's going to become increasingly important for PTs and OSs to pursue more "collaboration and consistency" when it comes to outcome measures used in total knee and hip arthroplasty cases, say authors of a new study.

Improving Direct Access at the State Level

Feb 12, 2020/Article

PTs have all the training and skills necessary to provide diagnosis and treatment without a physician’s referral and without arbitrary restrictions.

Revised COVID-19 Guidelines for Physical Therapy Incorporate Lessons Learned

Feb 2, 2022/News

The Australia-based resource is aimed at the acute hospital setting, but now includes expanded guidance and a section on long COVID.

Compliance Matters: Habilitative Versus Rehabilitative Services: What's the Difference?

Nov 1, 2017/Column

Here's what PTs need to know, and why it's important.

Seven Hot Issues Getting Attention in State Legislatures

Feb 23, 2021/Roundup

The fight to improve direct access continues, use of the licensure compact grows, and telehealth is being discussed just about everywhere.