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2022 Annual Report

Apr 14, 2023/Annual Report

In 2022 we approached our mission with renewed energy, driven by an engaged membership that not only sees the potential for our profession, but is committed to action. Explore highlights of our impact in APTA's 2022 Annual Report.

APTA Statement on 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule

Jul 14, 2023/Statement

The American Physical Therapy Association is reviewing the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule and will have a detailed summary to share with our members in the coming days. 

PT Student Loan Repayment Bill Returns

Jul 26, 2023/News

The legislation would add PTs to the National Health Services Corps and expand the role of PTs in community health centers.

APTA-Supported Bill Aims to Eliminate a Medicare Plan of Care Burden

Feb 8, 2024/News

Bipartisan legislation introduced in the House would relieve PTs from having to pursue signed plans of care from referring physicians.

Change Healthcare Cyberattack: News and Resources

Mar 22, 2024/Roundup

The Feb. 21 hack of the data interchange company caused disruptions for providers and patients. Here's an information roundup.

HHS Expands Nondiscrimination Protections in ACA, Rehabilitation Act

May 6, 2024/News

Medicare B providers are now included in the provisions, some of which have been expanded to include protections based on sexual identity.

Aetna Updates Policy to Better Align With PT Practice and CPT Code Definitions

Nov 4, 2025/News

The win is a continuation of APTA’s efforts to promote the adoption of payer policies that are favorable to the profession and patients.   

APTA President’s Note | Meeting Patients Where They Are

Jul 1, 2025/Column

APTA President Kyle Covington says “meeting patients where they are” is a movement—PTs are making real impact, one connection at a time.

APTA President’s Note | The Road Ahead

May 1, 2025/Column

Learn how APTA President Kyle Covington is thinking boldly about the future and every member's role in evolving our profession.

Documentation: Initial Examination and Evaluation

Jun 28, 2024/Article

Documentation elements for the initial examination and evaluation include the following: examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcomes.