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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
Nov 12, 2025/News
The physical therapy profession has a new tool in the fight to reduce administrative burden. APTA's report, "The Impact of Administrative Burden on Physical Therapist Services," offers a comparison of all three of APTA's surveys on this topic, as well as an updated infographic that illustrates the challenges
Aug 15, 2018/Perspective
A patient who enters your clinic with knee pain is more than just their diagnosis, the same as an individual with Parkinson disease.
Jun 1, 2018/Column
When it comes to knowledge acquisition, it's important that you know.
Feb 7, 2019/Article
Participating in a bundled care model can be a wise move, but only if you've taken the time to weigh the risks and benefits—and have an honest look at your practice.
May 11, 2022/News
The findings from the HHS Inspector General's office echo APTA's longstanding concerns with the system.
Sep 6, 2022/Review
A systematic review and meta-analysis looked at studies relating to COVID-19 infection, hospitalization, severe illness, and death.
Dec 30, 2022/Roundup
APTA podcasts helped you stay healthy, inform your practice, and gain insight into payment and regulatory issues.
Jan 13, 2023/Review
A review of medical records from five data sources analyzed how many adults were diagnosed with Parkinson disease in 2012.
Oct 1, 2017/Column
Looking beyond the clinic for wellness-client options.