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APTA Position Papers

These position papers are a resource for legislative staff to learn more about our issues and for APTA advocates to give to their legislative contact.

How APTA Members Are Supporting the Special Olympics USA Games

May 12, 2026/Podcast

Listening Time — 24:39 Listen on Apple Listen on Castbox Listen on Spotify Kelly Roberts Lane, PT, DPT, APTA Minnesota's lead representative for the Special Olympics USA Games, and Drew Contreras, PT, DPT, APTA vice president of strategic affairs, dive into APTA’s partnership with the 2026 Special Olympics

Awards for APTA

See recent awards won by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Berg Balance Scale (BBS) for Stroke

Jun 5, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures balance.

APTA State Medicaid Payment Rate Guide

To improve health equity, APTA supports national, state, and local efforts to expand access and increase payment for physical therapist services for Medicaid beneficiaries.

Final '22 Hospital Outpatient and ASC Rule Ups the Ante on Price Transparency

Nov 9, 2021/Review

CMS establishes penalties for noncompliance in the rule, which also includes a 2.0% pay increase.

Action Research Arm Test (ARAT)

Oct 6, 2014/Test & Measure

Action Research Arm Test (ARAT)

Help Shape the Future of the Profession, Exciting Volunteer Opportunities Open Through Aug. 31

Aug 4, 2025/Article

APTA is powered by members who step up, speak out, and drive the profession forward. Volunteering is not only a chance to influence the future of physical therapy but a prime opportunity to foster connections, hone critical skills, and advance your career through service.

APTA’s National Volunteer Month Toolkit Helps Members Highlight Their Volunteer Impact

Apr 3, 2026/Article

This National Volunteer Month, APTA is shining a spotlight on the integral role volunteers play in shaping our association and the profession of physical therapy. APTA is fueled by thousands of volunteers — guiding policy, mentoring rising leaders, and driving innovation in clinical practice.

Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment (VISA-A)

Jan 10, 2013/Test & Measure

Used to evaluate symptoms of Achilles tendinopathy and their effect on physical activity; can be used to determine clinical severity and provide a guideline for treatment and for monitoring the effect of treatment.