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Jul 17, 2017/News
If the proposed Medicare OPPS rule for 2018 gets adopted as-is, payment for TKA will no longer be an inpatient-only arrangement, outpatient hospitals would see an overall 2% increase in payments, and ambulatory surgical centers could see a boost of nearly that much.
In advance of the event, APTA will send information through social media and email to educate you about PTPAC. We'll host a virtual Flash Action Strategy kickoff event the evening of Sept. 24. On Sept. 25 and 26, students and schools will provide an easy way for students to participate in PTPAC and support
Apr 14, 2023/Annual Report
In 2022 we approached our mission with renewed energy, driven by an engaged membership that not only sees the potential for our profession, but is committed to action. Explore highlights of our impact in APTA's 2022 Annual Report.
Apr 27, 2020/News
April 27, 2020: The programs curtailed by CMS require recipients to pay back the funds received.
May 1, 2015/Feature
Here's a look at some advances and proposals in the field of health care technology.
Feb 17, 2021/News
The payment win comes after APTA advocacy efforts with commercial insurers.
Apr 13, 2021/Review
As the U.S. health care system continues to struggle with a pandemic and its fallout, CMS keeps IRF payment changes relatively minimal.
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.
Oct 12, 2018/News
The Plan Against Pain (PAP) has issued a new report that focuses on the relationship between opioid prescriptions for surgical procedures and later opioid dependence and abuse.
Nov 1, 2016/Column
CMS launches a pre-claim review demonstration in 5 states. Here are the key points.