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Viewpoints: October 2022

Oct 1, 2022/Column

View letters to the editor, online comments from readers, and opinion pieces from APTA's blog.

Precision Care and Big Data Are Key to Keeping Up, Maley Lecturer Says

Nov 1, 2022/Feature

Sue Whitney repeatedly challenged the profession to "think bigger" — including around the importance of collecting data.

Change Agents for the Profession: Spreading the Word

Mar 1, 2021/Feature

Advocacy for the physical therapy profession and the patients it serves takes many forms. These individuals represent that diversity.

Documentation: Documentation of a Visit

Jan 31, 2018/Article

Documentation of a visit, often called a daily note or treatment note, documents sequential implementation of the physical therapist plan of care.

Documentation: Conclusion of the Episode of Care Summary

Jan 31, 2018/Article

Discharge documentation should include the reason for the episode conclusion, the date of the episode conclusion, and an relevant objective or subjective information related to the patient's status. Some federal and non-federal payers governmental bodies and payors may require a discharge note for the

Busting Payment Myths, Part 8: Wherefore the Payment Cut?

Jan 29, 2021/Perspective

PTs are facing Medicare payment cuts. But what does that really mean?

Coronavirus Update: Jan. 26

Jan 26, 2021/Roundup

National vaccine strategy, telehealth coverage extension, long-term COVID-19 effects, and more.

Cultural Competence Resources: Gender Identity and Expression

Feb 8, 2021/Article

PTs and PTAs must be aware of the diversity and complexity of gender identity to provide patient-centered, patient-partnered care.

Student Spotlight: APTA Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy

Feb 9, 2021/Open Access

APTA Pediatrics has close to 6,000 physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, student, and partner members.

APTA, NATA Adopt Joint Policy Principles

Feb 4, 2021/Open Access

APTA and NATA jointly release policy principles to advance public health and better meet the needs of their patients. This document demonstrates shared language and understanding in support of optimal patient care.