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Role of Physical Therapy Education Programs in Promoting Membership in APTA

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the role of physical therapy education programs in promoting membership with the American Physical Therapy Association.

Board of Directors as a Delegation to the House of Delegates

Jun 3, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

Board policy: Outlines the duty of APTA's Board of Directors as a delegation to the House of Delegates.

APTA Board Member Participation in Elections for National Office

Jul 27, 2020/Policies & Bylaws

Board policy: Outlines the role of APTA's Board of Directors during the election process.

Board Responsibility for Association's Mission Statement

Sep 13, 2017/Policies & Bylaws

House policy: Describes the role APTA's Board of Directors in relation to the association's mission statement.

Exclusive Use Or Use Of Multiple Biophysical Agents

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: The use of biophysical agents as a standalone intervention, or the use of multiple biophysical agents with a similar physiologic effect, is not considered physical therapy nor is it considered medically necessary without documentation that justifies the use of the biophysical agents for

Proposed 2024 Home Health Rule: Cuts Continue at 2.2%; More to Come?

Jul 14, 2023/Review

After narrowly escaping reductions in 2023, home health could see a $375 million drop in 2024 as CMS adjusts to PDGM realities.

Cervical Flexion-Rotation Test (FRT)

May 31, 2017/Test & Measure

Measures amount of rotation in the upper cervical spine.

Sharp-Purser Test (SPT)

May 31, 2017/Test & Measure

Used in clinical practice to help diagnose atlantoaxial instability (AAI).

Your MIPS Status May Have Changed: Here's How to Find Out

Nov 30, 2022/News

CMS has updated eligibility determinations based on the most recent reporting periods. Make sure you know where you stand.

Your Voice Needed: CMS Proposes Expansion of Coverage for Power Seat Equipment

Feb 21, 2023/News

The change, supported by APTA, would cover power seat elevation equipment for Group 3 wheelchairs under Medicare. Public comment is open.