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Jun 30, 2017/News
APTA members and staff recently made a very direct impact on some of Boston’s children in need by donating more than 700 pairs of shoes and several thousands of pairs of socks as part of the national "Shoes4Kids" campaign.
Nov 23, 2021/News
The Education Leadership Partnership report outlines a vision that prepares PTs and PTAs to meet the needs of individuals and communities.
Jan 10, 2022/Podcast
The first wave of this study's findings provides insights into physical therapist education and identified differences between physical therapist and medical student perceptions.
Jan 24, 2023/Podcast
Spinal muscular atrophy resources need knowledge translation.
Dec 4, 2023/News
APTA's practice advisory helps PTs and PTAs understand how and when to use the codes, including documentation requirements.
Feb 4, 2025/Resource
Cultural competence isn't a destination; it's a journey that never stops.
Jul 2, 2018/News
The health care system needs to evolve from a medical to a biopsychosocial model, asserted Robert Palisano, PT, ScD, FAPTA, in the 23rd Maley Lecture, delivered during NEXT 2018.
Apr 7, 2020/News
Three insurance giants have each announced temporary benefit changes allowing PTs to bill for telehealth.
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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