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Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws
House position: APTA supports the following health priorities for populations and individuals in the areas of prevention, wellness, fitness, health promotion, and management of disease and disability.
Aug 27, 2025/News
The Big Picture: Effective Oct. 1, 2025, skilled nursing facilities will see a payment increase of 3.2%, which is slightly higher than the 2.8% included in the proposed rule the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued earlier this year. Inpatient rehabilitation facilities will see a payment increase
Apr 9, 2025/News
Two APTA-supported bills from Congress' last session are back for consideration: making Medicare telehealth provisions permanent for PT services and streamlining the background check process for participation in the PT Compact.
Jun 13, 2013/Test & Measure
A 16-item self-report measure in which patients rate their balance confidence in performing several activities.
Jun 7, 2023/News
In light of telehealth’s effectiveness during the PHE, this longtime APTA advocacy goal could be within reach.
May 1, 2024/Article
In five separate rules, HHS and CMS move to improve access, consumer awareness, and plan accountability.
Jul 23, 2021/Review
CMS sets up penalties for noncompliance in the rule, which also includes a 2.3% pay increase and requests for input on a range of topics.
Mar 1, 2021/Open Access
This PowerPoint presentation provides both and overview and specific information about physical therapy education, application requirements, specialties and professional opportunities for students interested in applying to DPT and PTA education programs.
Aug 4, 2020/CPG
This CPG, maintained by Obesity Canada in collaboration with the Canadian Association for Bariatric Surgeons and Physicians, is presented in the form of a website and updated as new evidence arises.
Jan 20, 2026/News
The new APTA Learning Center course offers a comprehensive breakdown of how payment works and how to avoid common compliance pitfalls.
