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Includes articles, courses, and CPGs. Unlimited access for APTA members.

Canadian Guideline for Parkinson Disease

Sep 9, 2019/CPG

Patients in the early stages of Parkinson’s disease should be referred to a physical therapist who has experience with the disease for assessment, education, and advice for physical activity. Also, physical therapy specific to Parkinson’s disease should be given to patients who experience balance and

Joint Replacement (Primary): Hip, Knee and Shoulder [NG157]

Jun 4, 2020/CPG

This guideline covers care before, during, and after a planned knee, hip or shoulder replacement. It offers guidance on providing support and rehabilitation before and after surgery for both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Pediatric Reach Test (PRT)

Sep 8, 2020/Test & Measure

About Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) Appraisal Ratings

Appraisal ratings for clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) posted on PTNow are generated by 3 or more physical therapists trained in using the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation II (AGREE II).

Establishment and Review of an APTA National Award

Feb 20, 2026/Policies & Bylaws

House Policy: Describes the process for establishing an APTA National Award.

Coding for Interventions (Current Procedural Terminology Codes)

Jul 1, 2021/Article

When billing most third parties for physical therapist services, CPT codes are needed to describe the services that were rendered.

APTA Comments: ONC 21st Century Cures Information Blocking and Interoperability Proposed Rule

May 20, 2019/Comment Letters

We recommend that greater attention be focused on the “end-game,” which is better performance by all health care providers and improved health outcomes.

Position Paper: The Prevent Interruptions In Physical Therapy Act

Mar 22, 2024/Position Paper

Using these arrangements, providers are able to ensure that their patient care does not lapse and that appointments are not missed at the same clinic.

Value-Based Care Podcasts

APTA's comprehensive podcast series explains the move toward value-based care and how physical therapists can participate in the Quality Payment Program

Physical Therapist Assistant Median Income

May 1, 2018/Resource

Salary data for PTAs by geographic region, employment setting, years of experience, highest earned academic degree, and sex.