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Jan 31, 2022/News
The notices being sent to PTs ask for records more in line with inpatient facilities. Here's what we know — and tips on how to respond.
Aug 17, 2022/News
In remarks that ranged from the fee schedule to long COVID, Xavier Becerra stressed the role PTs and PTAs can play in fostering change.
Jul 1, 2025/News
Legislation was introduced in Congress this week to allow physical therapists to “opt out” of the Medicare program, making it easier for seniors to see the physical therapist of their choice. The Medicare Patient Choice Act (H.R. 4204), sponsored by Reps. Lloyd Smucker, R-Pa., and Don Davis, D-N.C.,
Oct 5, 2023/Test & Measure
SCARED is a quick and easy screening tool that combines input from parents and children.
Aug 31, 2017/Test & Measure
This is a 9-item measure used to identify subgroups of patients with low back pain in primary care settings based on various functional, psychosocial, and comorbid factors for subgrouping.
Oct 6, 2014/Test & Measure
Action Research Arm Test (ARAT)
May 17, 2023/Roundup
The pandemic's effect on the physical therapy profession, the post-PHE provider landscape, exercise effects on lingering symptoms, and more.
May 22, 2023/News
APTA pressed for the changes, which now allow PTs in SNFs, home health, and rehab agencies to continue providing telehealth under Medicare.
Dec 2, 2022/News
Insurance giant UnitedHealthcare and contractor Kaia will stop using the term "physical therapy" in marketing Kaia's MSK pain app.
May 21, 2025/Article
APTA chapters are fighting to change Medicaid policy to improve payment and access to PT services in their states.
