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Proposed FY '25 SNF and IRF Rules: Payment Increases, Tougher SNF Enforcement

Apr 5, 2024/Review

SNFs must wait for a separate final rule on staffing requirements; IRFs avoid — for now — a transfer change that could mean reductions.

Report: Prior Authorization Use Among Medicare Advantage Plans Raises Questions

Feb 14, 2023/News

In findings that support APTA's advocacy with CMS, an analysis of data from MA firms points to the need for greater transparency.

Response To Proposed Motion To The Student Assembly Board of Directors

Oct 26, 2017/Article

In August 2016, a group of APTA Student Assembly members presented three motions to the Student Assembly Board of Directors.

American College of Chest Physicians and Canadian Thoracic Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for Cannabis and Cannabinoid-Based Medicines in the Management of Chronic Pain and Co-Occurring Conditions

Apr 1, 2024/CPG

This guideline was created by the American College of Chest Physicians and Canadian Thoracic Society to help clinicians and patients gauge the appropriate use of cannabinoid-based medicines in the management of chronic pain and co-concurring conditions.

APTA Helps You Prepare for Medicare in 2020, Fight Proposed 2021 Cuts

Dec 26, 2019/News

Get ready, because Medicare is about to roll out some major changes in 2020. But that's not all: the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is considering a potential estimated 8% payment cut for 2021. APTA wants to give you the tools you need to thrive and speak out for the profession.

CMS Clears Up Inconsistent Information on New Caregiver Training Codes

Mar 29, 2024/News

A new FAQ resource from CMS confirms that information in an APTA Practice Advisory is correct.

Building a PT Practice With a Human Performance Focus

Dec 10, 2021/Video

After years of helping professional athletes return from injury, enhance their performance, and excel at their sport, Mike Reinold, PT, DPT, ATC, and Lenny Macrina, PT, MSPT, create a similar environment for the general public.

CMS Coding Reversal Update: Providers Can Start Checking in With MACs

Feb 6, 2020/News

MACS have been notified of CMS' decision to reverse coding methodology provisions that prevented PTs from using some common billing combinations.

Proposed FY '24 SNF and IRF Rules: Payment Increases and Few Surprises

Apr 12, 2023/Review

Each facility type could see a 3.7% payment increase, with CMS holding off on implementing several potentially problematic ideas.

2024 APTA Leadership Scholars Program Welcomes New Class

Feb 2, 2024/News

The 25 selected PTs, PTAs, and students bring diverse experiences and perspectives to the program.