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Aug 12, 2013/Test & Measure
People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) – stage 1 (mild), stage 2 (moderate), stage 3 (severe), stage 4 (very severe)(1)
Sep 25, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures lower extremity musculoskeletal function.
Feb 1, 2014/CPG
This guideline recommends physical therapy as part of supportive or palliative care for adults with breathlessness and cough due to lung cancer.
Mar 30, 2014/CPG
Although the primary purpose of this document is advisory and educational, these guidelines are enforceable under the Workers’ Compensation Rules of Procedure, 7 CCR 1101-3.
Dec 20, 2021/CPG
Although the primary purposes of this document are advisory and educational, these guidelines are enforceable under the Workers’ Compensation Rules of Procedure, 7 CCR 1101-3.
Jul 1, 2015/CPG
This updated guideline provides recommendations on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of frailty in older adults.
Apr 1, 2018/CPG
This guideline provides recommendations related to the diagnosis and management of patients with stable angina.
Jul 21, 2022/Issue Brief
This issue brief summarizes how the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule works and provides APTA's analysis of the impact on outpatient physical therapy for 2023.
Apr 1, 2022/CPG
Related Resources The Clinician's Guide to Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis (April 2022) CPG+ Appraisal Rating 4.5 out of 7 How was this rating made? Highlights All recommendations are adapted from the Scottish Intercollegiate Guideline Network (SIGN) titled Management of Osteoporosis and
PTs are qualified to serve in primary care roles, but there are policy barriers.
