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APTA is asking digital health providers to make the following commitment: Digital "physical therapy" services are only performed or directed by licensed PTs.
Aug 31, 2017/Test & Measure
Measures the head thrust test is used to identify individuals with hypofunction of the vestibulo-ocular reflex unilaterally and bilaterally.
Oct 8, 2021/Review
Only 2% of Medicare beneficiaries receive early physical therapy for LSS, but when they do, it lowers risk of surgery, opioids, and more.
May 8, 2024/News
Medicare Advantage plans will be required to analyze prior authorization requirements' impact on health equity.
Jul 27, 2012/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Physical therapy practitioners have an obligation to provide nonjudgmental care to all people who need it.
Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws
House standard: The physical therapy profession is committed to transforming society by optimizing movement to improve the human experience.
May 1, 2018/Resource
Salary data for PTAs by geographic region, employment setting, years of experience, highest earned academic degree, and sex.
Jan 1, 2021/Article
As of Jan. 1, 2021, CMS permanently allows PTs in private practice and facility-based settings to render virtual check-ins (HCPCS code G2251) under Medicare.
Awards
This award is for clinical or academic educators who have been actively engaged for a minimum of 5 years in entry or advanced levels of formal education for upcoming physical therapy professionals.
Aug 1, 2025/Open Access
The Audit Committee is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.