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Levels of Patient Access to Physical Therapists Services in the U.S.

Sep 4, 2024/Resource

Review each jurisdiction’s level of direct access to physical therapist services.

Beyond Opioids: Transforming Pain Management to Improve Health

Dec 6, 2018/Position Paper

We support and advocate for physical therapist to be part of the solution to the opiod epidemic.

Alternative Payment Models Under Medicare and Medicaid

CMS is moving toward payment based on quality rather than quantity. Alternative payment models are at the forefront.

Considerations Related to the PT's Role in Nutrition and Diet

Jun 2, 2020/Article

PTs should consider several factors before engaging in nutrition and diet services.

Physical Therapy in the Emergency Department

Hospitals are recognizing the benefits of physical therapy services in the emergency department.

Physical Therapist's Scope of Practice

Sep 13, 2017/Policies & Bylaws

House position: An individual physical therapist’s scope of practice is influenced by professional, jurisdictional, and personal scopes of practice.

Tips for Adopting Direct Access in Your Practice

May 3, 2020/Article

Achieving direct access has been a major initiative for APTA and its chapters. While it has been achieved in some form across the country, APTA continues to advocate for unrestricted direct access everywhere. Physical therapists should take advantage of the opportunities provided by direct access.

Physical Therapist Median Income

May 1, 2018/Resource

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

Physical Therapist Demographic Profile

Jan 1, 2018/Resource

APTA surveyed association members to compile a demographic profile for PTs. A new demographic survey is in development.

Enhanced Proficiency and Continuing Education for the PTA

Aug 31, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes how physical therapist assistants may participate in continuing education.