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Family Violence

Apr 1, 2020/Open Access

PTs and PTAs have an ethical responsibility to act in cases of suspected abuse of a family member, obligations clearly spelled out in the Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist (4D) and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant (4D). NOTE: If you have an immediate question

Payment Under Workers' Compensation

Apr 27, 2020/Open Access

Workers' compensation is an important benefit that can be a lifeline for an injured employee. PTs and PTAs often have important roles to play in providing care under the program; but like any other payment system, it's important to understand how it works.

Membership Dues and Payment Plans

Our payment options and dues discounts make it easier to become and stay an APTA member.

Medicare Opt-Out Advocacy

APTA supports legislation that allows Medicare beneficiaries to select the health professional of their choice through private contracting.

APTA's National Elections

APTA elections are held each year during the House of Delegates to fill open positions on the Board of Directors and Nominating Committee.

Documentation Tips

May 18, 2018/Article

Our tips include the top 10 payer complaints about documentation (reasons for denials) and tips for improving documenation efficiency, plus terms to avoid and more.

Documentation Overview

May 18, 2018/Article

Many PTs find it difficult to document effectively while providing patient and client care.

Medicare Part B Documentation Requirements

Apr 30, 2019/Article

The following summarizes the documentation requirements required under Medicare Part B.

Clinical Summaries

Article

Clinical summaries synthesize evidence on managing specific conditions.

CAPTE Accreditation Handbook

Jan 1, 2021/Open Access

The CAPTE PT Standards and Required Elements and PTA Standards and Required Elements, along with accompanying position papers, provide information and guidance on curriculum requirements for DPT and PTA programs.