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The Post-Therapy Cap System: 5 Basics You Need to Know

Feb 16, 2018/News

When Congress adopted a federal spending package that included the elimination of the hard cap on Medicare therapy services, lawmakers also adopted a new system of payment thresholds and triggers, and a differential payment rate for PTAs and OTAs.

Coronavirus Update: May 19

May 19, 2021/Roundup

New APTA COVID-19 report, updated CDC guidance, effects of mild coronavirus infection, and more.

Fighting Medicare Fraud and Abuse

Mar 1, 2015/Column

Expanded authority to deny enrollment and revoke billing privileges are among CMS's new tools. Here's what PTs need to know.

APTA Statement on Medicare Cuts

Dec 20, 2022/Statement

The following statement was released today by American Physical Therapy Association President Roger Herr, PT, MPA.

APTA Investigates Problematic UHC Plan of Care Shift

Jul 12, 2023/News

UnitedHealthcare has announced changes that could result in considerable additional administrative burden for PTs. APTA is seeking answers.

UnitedHealthcare Holds Firm on Prior Authorization Policy Despite APTA Advocacy

Oct 11, 2024/Article

Meetings with the insurer yielded disappointing outcomes.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Jan 1, 2021/Article

To be protected by the ADA, one must have a disability or have a relationship or association with an individual with a disability.

Virtual NEXT

Virtual NEXT provides more than 20 courses with related CEUs, plus several special sessions and live events, for $20 for members.

Achilles Pain, Stiffness, and Muscle Power Deficits: Midportion Achilles Tendinopathy Revision - 2024

Dec 1, 2024/CPG

This revised guideline from the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy of the American Physical Therapy Association provides updated recommendations to support evidence-based practice, including tailored clinical decision-making, about managing Achilles tendinopathy. This guideline does not include

Viewpoints: March 2025

Mar 1, 2025/Column

CEO Update; working with IEPTs; a student's challenge to complete 20 free Learning Center courses in 20 days.