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APTA’s Report on Direct Access Is a Tool for Action

Jul 7, 2025/News

APTA’s latest advocacy resource helps members improve patient access, payment, and consumer awareness of direct access to PT services.

APTA Champions Return of Bill to Expand Access to Pelvic Health Physical Therapy

Jun 24, 2025/Article

This article describes the reintroduction of APTA's signature pelvic health bill, H.R. 4074 - the Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act, in the 119th Congress.

APTA Advocacy Impact: Novitas Updates FAQ With Plan of Care Signature Exception

Jul 1, 2025/News

APTA and AOTA are working to ensure the new plan of care exception is accurately reflected in Medicare guidance and educational resources.

Senate Introduces Companion Legislation To Help Patients Avoid Interruptions in Their Care

Jul 10, 2025/News

If enacted, PTs across the country would be allowed to secure substitute care for patients during an absence.

June Advocacy Roundup: Championing Change in Physical Therapy Policy

Jun 25, 2025/Podcast

Rachel Miller, MPH, APTA health policy and payment specialist, shares key updates on the organization's advocacy efforts over the past few months.

Get to Know APTA Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology & Wound Management: An Interview With Academy President Stephanie Woelfel

Jul 1, 2025/Podcast

University of Southern California Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, interviews Stephanie Woelfel, PT, DPT, president of APTA Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology & Wound Management. Learn more about these two clinical specialties that both reward curiosity and problem-solving.

APTA Medicaid Advocacy: State Wins and Updated Medicaid Payment Resource

May 21, 2025/Article

APTA chapters are fighting to change Medicaid policy to improve payment and access to PT services in their states.

APTA to CMS: It’s Time to Reduce Admin Burden and Simplify the Delivery of Care

Jun 16, 2025/Article

The association has taken the lead on advocating for regulatory reforms and deregulation to improve the delivery of physical therapy.

Congress Reintroduces APTA-Supported Legislation to Increase 2025 PFS Payment

Feb 5, 2025/Article

Echoing a bipartisan bill from October 2024, the legislation would eliminate the 2.8% cut to dozens of providers and enact a payment increase for 2025.

Congress Scrambles to Pass Year-End Legislation to Fund the Government

Dec 23, 2024/News

The deal includes a three-month Medicare extension on telehealth.