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The Post-Therapy Cap System: 5 Basics You Need to Know

Feb 16, 2018/News

When Congress adopted a federal spending package that included the elimination of the hard cap on Medicare therapy services, lawmakers also adopted a new system of payment thresholds and triggers, and a differential payment rate for PTAs and OTAs.

APTA Issues a 'Call to Action' for Patient Videos on Therapy Cap

Jan 26, 2018/News

APTA launched a new call for grassroots advocacy—this time through videos of patients affected by the hard cap. Following is the email sent to all members that contains instructions for participating in the effort. Deadline for videos is February 2, 5:00 pm ET.

CDC: Most Middle and High School Students Don't Get Enough Sleep

Jan 29, 2018/News

More than 2 out of 3 high school-aged adolescents aren't getting enough sleep, and the situation seems to be getting worse, according to the CDC. The agency warns that insufficient sleep can increase the risk for a host of health problems including obesity, diabetes, and injury.

APTA Learning Center Offerings Will be Included in aPTitude CE Resource

Feb 5, 2018/News

In the coming months, APTA will add its complete catalog of Learning Center courses to aPTitude, FSBPT's online system that allows PTs and PTAs to search for CE courses and track attendance.

PT, PTA Education Leadership Institute Accepting Applications for a Program That Inspires, Empowers, and Connects

Feb 7, 2018/News

The yearlong ELI Fellowship program uses a blended learning approach to help PT and PTA educators in academic, residency, and fellowship settings to hone their skills in facilitating change, thinking strategically, and engaging in public discourse to advance the physical therapy profession.

Why Choosing a Career in Physical Therapy Isn't Settling

Nov 6, 2019/Perspective

I am completely satisfied about the decision I made and am excited to be part of this profession.

The Patient as a Whole

Dec 4, 2019/Perspective

Learning the best techniques and latest research is important, but it is not the only way to impact patient treatment.

NSC: A First Year's Perspective

Nov 18, 2019/Perspective

Lessons learned from a first-year student attending a national conference.

A Balancing Act: Choose You

Jan 29, 2020/Perspective

I concluded that if I wasn’t able to take care of myself, how could I care for someone sicker than me?

Tips to Help You Ace Your Clinicals

Sep 8, 2019/Perspective

Clinical rotations allow students to practice the skills and experience new practice settings.