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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.
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.
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.,
Nov 30, 2017/Test & Measure
The six questions on the inpatient short forms were selected from questions in the original AM-PAC.
Feb 1, 2014/Test & Measure
Single-limb hopping is part of a test battery comprised of tests for different aspects of muscle-tendon function of the gastrocnemius, soleus, and Achilles tendon complex.
Dec 9, 2025/Article
In this review: Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Calendar Year 2026 Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update, etc. Effective date: Jan. 1, 2026 CMS fact sheet The Big Picture In its final 2026 payment rule, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services delivers a cut to home health agency reimbursement
May 19, 2021/News
In a letter to HHS, 5 House members say a Medicare 15% payment differential for outpatient PTA and OTA services will harm rural areas.
Aug 10, 2022/Test & Measure
This test measures how many days in the past week physical activity was performed at a moderate or vigorous intensity. It also measures how many minutes of physical activity is performed at this level.
Jul 20, 2022/Roundup
Public health emergency renewal, physical activity drop, rise of BA.5, possible inflammatory link to long COVID, and more.
Apr 27, 2023/News
The APTA-supported provisions announced by CMS will help reduce administrative burden and ensure consistency across MA plans.
