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History of the PTA

Celebrating 50 years of the physical therapist assistant.

Top Fun: APTA Celebration of Diversity Promises a One-of-a-Kind Event

Nov 15, 2022/News

Don't miss this chance to party with friends, help support diversity in the profession, and get your Maverick on.

Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Takes on PTA Differential, Offers Options

May 19, 2021/News

In a letter to HHS, 5 House members say a Medicare 15% payment differential for outpatient PTA and OTA services will harm rural areas.

Pain Assessment in Advanced Dementia (PAINAD)

May 24, 2017/Test & Measure

Objectively measures five common nonverbal pain expressions.

Study Looks at Social Determinants of Health and Access to Physical Therapy

Jun 22, 2021/Review

Authors say a better understanding of the factors associated with lower physical therapy use can help focus health care policy advocacy.

Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Resources for Educators

Use these resources to help your students expand their understanding of pelvic health and physical therapy.

The Power of Goals

Nov 1, 2018/Column

They're important in hockey. They're vital to empowerment in life.

Honorary Membership

Awards

The purpose of this honor is stipulated in the Bylaws of the American Physical Therapy Association.

Resources for Teaching Cultural Competence and Cultural Humility in Physical Therapy Education

Feb 4, 2025/Resource

Cultural competence isn't a destination; it's a journey that never stops.

Wanda K. Evans PT, DPT, MHS

Jun 3, 2020/Author

Wanda K. Evans, PT, DPT, MHS, is a senior payment specialist at APTA. Her responsibilities include communicating with members and insurers on inquiries regarding third-party, billing, CPT coding, and payment policies; providing resources in policy development; monitoring trends; and assisting in association