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Study: Only 10% of Physician Visits for LBP Resulted in Physical Therapy Referrals 1997–2010 While Opioid Prescriptions Climbed

Apr 30, 2017/Review

In brief: Study analyzed data from 170 million visits to a primary care physician 1997–2010 Referrals for physical therapy occurred in 10% of the visits, a rate that was fairly constant during the study period Prescriptions for opioids rose from about 15% to 45% by 2010; patients who didn't receive a

Busting Medicare Part B Myths (and Regulating Your Expectations), Part 2

Dec 26, 2019/Perspective

Debunking some of the most prevalent Medicare myths.

Prior Authorization Comment Letters From APTA Members, Part 1

Feb 22, 2023/Article

We're sharing real-world examples of what makes for a great comment letter. This installment: a pediatric PT's perspective.

Volunteering At The House

Jan 6, 2019/Perspective

If I can leave you with one message it would be to take the time and say yes to serving as an House usher.

APTA and APTA Section and Academy Journals

Here is a roundup of the journals that you can access through APTA and section membership.

Coronavirus Update: May 24

May 24, 2022/Roundup

One million deaths, long COVID in older adults, boosters for children, health care worker burnout, and more.

APTA Consumer Awareness Report Shows Deepening Knowledge of Physical Therapy

Sep 27, 2022/News

Based on a 2021 survey, the results show significant growth in the public's understanding of the profession's role and level of expertise.

The Proposed '24 Fee Schedule: Takeaways From APTA's Comments to CMS

Sep 8, 2023/News

APTA seized the opportunity to address the good, the bad, and the unclear.

Final CMS Rule for SNFs: a 2.2% Increase and Ongoing Monitoring of PDPM

Aug 3, 2020/Review

CMS will continue to collect information from APTA and others on how SNFs are reacting to the payment system.

CMS: Minimal Changes to MIPS, Advanced Alternative Payment Models for 2021

Aug 7, 2020/Review

The Quality Payment Program would see mostly minor changes and some shifts to respond to COVID-19-related challenges.