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APTA-endorsed Legislation Allowing Physical Therapists to Opt Out Under Medicare Introduced in Congress

Jul 1, 2025/News

Legislation was introduced in Congress this week to allow physical therapists to “opt out” of the Medicare program, making it easier for seniors to see the physical therapist of their choice. The Medicare Patient Choice Act (H.R. 4204), sponsored by Reps. Lloyd Smucker, R-Pa., and Don Davis, D-N.C.,

APTA, ASHA, AOTA to Congress: Let's Take on the Fee Schedule — Here's How

Jun 28, 2023/News

Along with APTA Private Practice, the associations have a plan for reform that could dramatically alter the Medicare payment landscape.

9 Conversations to Have With Your Legislators While They're Back Home in August

Jul 29, 2019/News

Members of the US Senate and House of Representatives are headed to their home states and districts during the August congressional recess, which means more opportunities to meet in-person and advocate for policies important to the physical therapy profession and its patients. And the timing couldn't

Health Care Technology Today

May 1, 2016/Feature

Could 'Bioresorbable' Sensors Help Individuals Recover From Brain Injury, Surgery?

Bill Extending Temporary 2% Payment Increase Passes House; Senate Bill Ready

Mar 23, 2021/News

In 2020, Congress temporarily boosted Medicare payment as part of pandemic relief. Legislators need to act now to extend the help.

APTA Centennial Scholars Spotlight: March 2022

Mar 1, 2022/Feature

This month, APTA Magazine spotlights the following APTA Centennial Scholars: Nicole Needles, Zach Sutton, Emelia D. McCuen, Amyko J. Wells, Amy Schubert, Patrick Barber, and Brooke Sullivan.

2021 Annual Report

Jun 1, 2022/Annual Report

Our progress is made possible through the support and engagement of our members. Explore highlights of our impact during our centennial year in the 2021 annual report. 

Improving Access to Physical Therapy in Rural Areas

Jul 1, 2024/Feature

A look at the challenges — and unique opportunities — that come with providing care in rural America.

Top APTA News Articles of 2024

Jan 2, 2025/News

Here are five of the most popular articles viewed by your peers in 2024.

Physical Therapist Assistant Median Income

May 1, 2018/Resource

Salary data for PTAs by geographic region, employment setting, years of experience, highest earned academic degree, and sex.