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Fair Copays: What Opponents Are Saying

Nov 18, 2019/Article

Here are five common talking points used to fight fair copay legislation.

Eliminating the Direct Supervision Requirement of PTAs under Medicare Part B

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.

Eric Ries

Jun 3, 2020/Author

Eric Ries is the former associate editor of APTA Magazine at APTA. He retired from his position in 2020. Before joining the association in 2000, he was a writer/editor at the Association for Career and Technical Education. Earlier he held a similar position at Goodwill Industries International, and for

Defense Bill Headed for Final Votes Will Include PTAs in TRICARE

Nov 13, 2017/News

The Armed Services Committees for both the US House and Senate reached an agreement on a National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that includes language proposed by APTA to add PTAs and occupational therapy assistants to the TRICARE program.

From PTJ: Study of 1 Hospital Finds Nearly 16% of Scheduled Physical Therapy Sessions Don't Happen

Jan 18, 2017/Review

Authors of the study say that's too many.

A Secret to Overcoming Stress: Volunteer

May 14, 2018/Perspective

I found joy in volunteering by being part of something bigger than myself.

Why You Should Keep a Close Eye on Telehealth

Jan 7, 2020/Perspective

Telehealth could add another avenue that makes our services more accessible and valuable.

Lawmakers Want Answers From CMS on Planned 2021 Payment Cuts

Feb 5, 2020/News

Congress wants answers related to CMS plans to cut payment in 2021.

CMS Rule on Hospital Price Transparency Sets the Stage for Major Shift in Public Access to Charges for Services

Nov 20, 2019/Review

A final CMS rule makes it clear that it will move ahead in its efforts to make hospital cost data more accessible to consumers.

Dedicated to Diversification

Apr 1, 2019/Column

A student spreads a message of inclusion.