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Medicare permits general supervision of physical therapist assistants by physical therapists in all settings — except for outpatient private practice under Part B, which requires direct supervision.
May 16, 2019/Test & Measure
Measures disability and quality of life in individuals with low back pain (LBP).
May 18, 2024/CPG
This clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons provides recommendations, based on current best evidence, for the diagnosis and medical treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).
Jul 1, 2019/Feature
There's a growing realization that helping patients achieve optimal health requires addressing both the body and the mind. As a practical matter, though, how does that happen? These PTs are showing the way.
May 7, 2020/Article
What's happening in Medicare in relation to telehealth and what APTA is doing to continue to advocate on behalf of the profession
Sep 10, 2021/Podcast
See the history of the physical therapy profession in a different light! Editor-in-Chief Alan Jette, PT, PhD, FAPTA, talks with David Nicholls, author of PTJ's latest history essay and of the controversial 2017 book titled "The End of Physiotherapy."
Aug 20, 2021/News
Physical therapy is once again facing payment cuts under Medicare. We must fight — and we need your voice.
Dec 13, 2022/News
APTA's political action committee is celebrating 50 years of working for the profession, and you're invited.
Jan 21, 2026/Article
Do you know an APTA member who would make an exceptional leader in the association? The APTA Nominating Committee is seeking recommendations for national office, including positions on the APTA Board of Directors and Nominating Committee.
Mar 4, 2026/Article
"Physical Therapy in the News" is a monthly series that highlights recent media coverage of the profession and APTA members.
