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APTA Results (4,032 Results)

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CMS Hopes to Reboot 'Pre-Claim Demonstration' Proposal for HHAs in 5 States

Jun 1, 2018/News

CMS plans to revive a home health agency (HHA) "pre-claim demonstration" project it shelved in 2017 in the face of criticism.

As APTA's Financial Solutions Center Marks 1 Year, Student Debt Looms Large in the News

Apr 10, 2018/News

The challenges associated with college costs, student debt, and postgraduation financial management continue to make headlines, with very little progress being made in identifying ways to curb what seems to be a growing—and worsening—issue.

Defense Bill Headed for Final Votes Will Include PTAs in TRICARE

Nov 13, 2017/News

The Armed Services Committees for both the US House and Senate reached an agreement on a National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that includes language proposed by APTA to add PTAs and occupational therapy assistants to the TRICARE program.

Reckoning With Reentry

Apr 1, 2020/Feature

Stepping out from full-time practice looks different from how it once did. The options during and after a hiatus vary for PTs and PTAs.

Model Position Description for the ACCE/DCE: PTA Program

Feb 27, 2018/Article

View model descriptions of faculty in PTA programs.

Lois Douthitt

Jun 3, 2020/Author

Lois Douthitt is senior director of member communications at APTA, where she contributes to the strategic development and implementation of the association’s overall communications and publications. Before joining APTA in 2000, she was director of publications at the American Gas Association. She is

Eric Ries

Jun 3, 2020/Author

Eric Ries is the former associate editor of APTA Magazine at APTA. He retired from his position in 2020. Before joining the association in 2000, he was a writer/editor at the Association for Career and Technical Education. Earlier he held a similar position at Goodwill Industries International, and for

PTA Advanced Proficiency Pathways

The premier program for PTAs to increase their knowledge and skill in a specific practice area and to recognize the PTA for their advanced proficiency in one or more areas of practice.

Bob Bartlett, Earliest Living APTA President, Pays Inspirational Visit to APTA HQ

Jun 16, 2023/Article

More than four decades since his presidency, Bartlett's influence continues to be felt throughout the profession.

Defining Moment: Lending a Helping Hand

Nov 7, 2023/Podcast

How an indoor climbing event confirmed one PT's career.