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Advocacy in Action: Prior Authorization Comment Letters from Members, Part 3

Mar 6, 2023/Article

We're sharing real-world examples of what makes for a great comment letter. This installment: an APTA payment chair's perspective.

Neuropathic Ulcer

Aug 8, 2017/Clinical Summary

Peripheral neuropathy occurs when the sensory, motor, and autonomic functions of peripheral nerves are affected.

Patience and Clients

Dec 1, 2016/Column

The importance of getting real while staying positive.

Amputation and Ambulation

Jul 1, 2017/Column

A youth's fear becomes a PT's passion.

Community Service

May 1, 2019/Column

Creating a clinic that literally speaks its patients' language.

Sensory Impairment Linked to Function Deficits, Earlier Mortality in Adults 70+

Feb 21, 2024/Review

Authors of a study of 1,800 older adults say their findings point to the need for sensory screenings to lower risk of functional decline.

New Guidelines Support Physical Therapy's Role in Management of Osteoporosis

Apr 1, 2022/Review

The recommendations are focused on the ways PTs can help to affect the decline of bone mineral density.

Primary Care, Workforce, AI Among Issues Debated in 2024 APTA House of Delegates

Jul 31, 2024/News

The in-person session included deliberation on motions presented to the House as well as meaningful discussions on issues that will impact the profession now and in the future.

Proposed CMS Home Health Rule Includes Major Change to Payment System

Jul 3, 2018/News

CMS issued a proposed rule for home health payment that resurrects elements for an entirely new payment methodology by, among other changes, shifting care from 60-day to 30-day episodes and removing therapy service-use thresholds from case-mix parameters.

Compliance Matters: Identifying Dual Eligibles and Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries

Feb 1, 2018/Column

What to do when patients qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid benefits.