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New CPT Codes Will Support the Critical Role of Caregivers

Dec 1, 2023/Feature

Beginning in 2024, PTs can bill for caregiver training.

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Aug 8, 2017/Clinical Summary

PTs and PTAs are frequently involved in the care of patients at risk for, or with, coronary artery disease.

Providing Onsite Physical Therapist Services

Jul 1, 2019/Feature

These PTs work everywhere their patients are, from industrial sites and touring shows to naval ships and universities.

Medicare Opt-Out Advocacy

APTA supports legislation that allows Medicare beneficiaries to select the health professional of their choice through private contracting.

BMJ: Guideline Strongly Recommends Against Arthroscopy for 'Nearly All' Patients With Knee OA or Meniscal Tears

May 12, 2017/News

A new guideline makes a strong recommendation against the use of arthroscopy in nearly all patients with degenerative knee disease. Instead, authors recommend conservative treatment for nearly all patients.

Members-Only Webinar Will Focus on Demonstrating Value in New Home Health Payment System

Jul 23, 2019/News

Physical therapists (PTs) and other providers who furnish services through home health agencies that bill Medicare will face an entirely new payment system beginning in January, 2020—one in which demonstrating the value of a particular intervention will be key. A new multidisciplinary webinar that includes

Special Olympics Looking for PT, PTA, Student Volunteers

May 8, 2018/News

Calling all PTs, PTAs, and physical therapy students: your service is needed at the upcoming Special Olympics US National Games in Seattle July 1-6, 2018.

Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA)

Oct 24, 2011/Clinical Summary

PTs also identify postoperative complications, both in the postoperative period and years later.

State Laws and Regulations Governing Dry Needling Performed by PTs

Jul 18, 2025/Resource

This map displays the states that specifically allow dry needling by PTs, states that prohibit the intervention by PTs, and states in which a clear opinion has not surfaced.

Save Up to 29% on HPSO Liability Insurance

APTA members can save up to 29% on their liability insurance, which provides broad coverage designed for physical therapists.