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APTA History

Since our founding in 1921, our association has moved us forward together, with a passion and commitment to transform lives and strengthen our profession.

Study: Falls Among US Adults 65 and Older Cost $50 Billion in 2015

Mar 9, 2018/Review

The US health care system spent an estimated $50 billion on falls in 2015 -- 6% of all Medicare payments and 8% of all Medicaid payments.

Serving Patients With Limited English Proficiency: Professional Responsibility

Jan 25, 2021/Resource

Clear communication is a prerequisite to providing responsible care, ensuring patient safety, and optimizing outcomes.

APTA Capitol Hill Day 2025

Jul 14, 2025/Event

Don't miss this exceptional chance to be an advocate for our profession and those we serve.

56th McMillan Lecture: What Is at the Heart of Movement?

May 1, 2025/Feature

Terry Nordstrom, PT, EdD, FAPTA, called on the profession to reduce the impact of health disparities.

CSM 2015 Highlights

Apr 1, 2015/Feature

CSM 2015 was one of APTA's largest ever, with approximately 9,000 attendees, speakers, and guests. If you were there, here's a recap. If you weren't there, here's a sampling of what you missed.

A Call to Reflective Action: Our Responsibility to Society and the Profession

Nov 1, 2022/Feature

The APTA Ethics and Judicial Committee offers strategies for strengthening the ethical foundations and resources that guide our profession.

Want to Become a Rehabilitation Agency Under Medicare?

Nov 1, 2020/Column

Here are some key things to know.

IRFs Could See 2.5% Increase From CMS in FY 2020; Additional Reporting Requirements in FY 2022

Apr 19, 2019/News

If a proposed rule from the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is adopted as planned, inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) will see a 2.5% payment increase in the 2020 fiscal year (FY), which begins October 1, 2019—an approximate boost of $195 million. But they'll also need to prepare for

2017 APTA Honors and Award Recipients Announced

Apr 5, 2017/News

APTA’s national awards program recognizes outstanding contributions to the physical therapy profession.