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One-Size-Fits-All Insurance Is Shortchanging Older Athletes

Jan 25, 2022/Perspective

Health insurance coverage for outpatient musculoskeletal rehabilitation disregards variability in prior level of function, rehabilitation progress, and personal recovery goals.

State Legislative Update, 2023: PT Compact, Improved Direct Access, and More

Mar 1, 2023/Roundup

It's looking like a busy year for state legislatures, with the potential for some good news for the profession. Now's your chance to help.

APTA-Backed Legislation Would Allow for Inflation-Adjusted Fee Schedule Payment

Apr 14, 2023/News

The bill could help reverse the Medicare system's downward payment spiral. Now's the time to voice your support.

Final Home Health Rule Cements PDGM, Allows PTAs to Perform Maintenance Therapy

Nov 1, 2019/News

What's in the final 2020 home health payment rule from CMS?

Rethinking Possibilities When It Comes to Research

Nov 26, 2018/Perspective

I'm here to assure you that there are plenty of research opportunities for those in private practice.

5 Reasons Why I Love Working in a Military Health System

Jan 9, 2020/Perspective

I'm a PT at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and I love my job.

APTA Physical Therapy Outcomes Registry Is Qualified by CMS to Submit Quality Data

May 14, 2017/News

CMS has approved the resource as a qualified clinical data registry (QCDR).

Researchers: Aquatic Exercise Offers Similar Results With Less Pain for Patients With Chronic LBP

Mar 8, 2019/Review

Aquatic exercise shouldn't be viewed as "less strenuous or less effective" than land-based exercise, according to authors of a study in PTJ.

CDC: Rates of Outpatient Rehab Poststroke Low in Several States

May 29, 2018/Review

Outpatient rehabilitation poststroke is still underutilized in many states, according to a study from the CDC.

Proposed Rule: New 'Rural Emergency Hospital' Designation Includes Rehab

Jul 20, 2022/Review

CMS has laid out some of the particulars of a new facility category aimed at helping rural hospitals survive.