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Jun 17, 2025/Article
The Big Picture of Aetna’s Policy Change In response to ongoing advocacy efforts by APTA, Aetna has updated its physical therapy policy to provide unrestricted direct access to physical therapist services. Effective June 17, Aetna will no longer require a referral or signed plan of care for physical
Jul 16, 2021/Perspective
Blood flow restriction: it's not just about muscle anymore.
Aug 18, 2021/Perspective
Faculty can be more intentional in making small but necessary changes in academic physical therapy to overcome at least some of the bias they possess.
Mar 1, 2017/Magazine
Exploring the knowledge-to-practice gap.
Apr 23, 2019/Article
Alternative payment models can seem hard to understand at first. We break down the basics.
May 11, 2022/News
The findings from the HHS Inspector General's office echo APTA's longstanding concerns with the system.
Nov 23, 2021/Perspective
There is growing evidence that additional critical complexities surround physical activity engagement.
Mar 24, 2021/News
If signed into law, the APTA-backed bill would achieve a major association goal. Contact Congress now to voice your support.
Feb 8, 2023/News
The association's public policy priorities are aimed at unleashing physical therapy's potential to take on pressing health care challenges.
Dec 30, 2022/Roundup
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