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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.
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
Nov 1, 2015/Column
The health insurance "Big 5" may become a "Big 3." Why is this happening? What are the implications for patients and physical therapy?
Nov 1, 2019/Column
Here's what PTs need to know about recent changes and how to sign up.
Aug 1, 2018/Column
The case for benching a problematic member.
May 24, 2020/Article
CMS posts a number of different sources of information on payment for home health services.
Feb 5, 2020/News
Congress wants answers related to CMS plans to cut payment in 2021.
Apr 1, 2019/Column
A student spreads a message of inclusion.
Mar 1, 2019/Column
Tapping into the power of perspective.
May 1, 2018/Magazine
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