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Aug 30, 2022/Review
Analysis of recent data led to the payment boost, and concerns about provider burden helped delay a universal assessment requirement.
Jul 11, 2022/News
A cut to the conversion factor, no changes to telehealth limitations (but a few codes added), a tweak to RVUs, and more.
Jun 13, 2022/Perspective
Men’s pelvic health is too often overlooked both by patients and physical therapists.
Nov 10, 2023/Review
A review of 27 studies found an association between aerobic exercise and improvements that reduce mortality risk.
Aug 6, 2024/Article
CMS’ Quality Payment Program offers exceptions to MIPS reporting requirements for certain hardships and uncontrollable circumstances. To be eligible, you must apply by Dec. 31.
Oct 14, 2025/Article
Note: This article was updated in May 2026 to link to the FAQ that Cigna created for APTA. Effective Oct. 1, Cigna Healthcare implemented a new site-of-care review process for outpatient hospital physical therapy and occupational therapy services.
Oct 1, 2016/Column
Should a physical therapist tell a patient that she is terminally ill?
Nov 1, 2015/Column
The health insurance "Big 5" may become a "Big 3." Why is this happening? What are the implications for patients and physical therapy?
Sep 1, 2021/Feature
As APTA celebrates its centennial, there's no denying that physical therapy has come a long way in the association's first 100 years. But advancements and changes are expected to be even swifter in the next century as physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students of physical therapy
Jun 1, 2020/Feature
How can PTs apply change theory and change behavior to patients and clients to help improve outcomes?