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PTs and PTAs need to have a solid understanding of health IT privacy laws and regulations, as well as policies designed to improve patient access to their own records. This includes HIPAA as well as requirements related to information blocking and interoperability.
Feb 1, 2023/CPG
This guideline from the American Academy of Pediatrics provides pediatricians and other pediatric health care providers with key action statements and consensus recommendations for the evaluation and treatment of children and adolescents (aged 2-18) with obesity.
Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Describes APTA's role in supporting the continued use of evidence-based complementary and integrative interventions in physical therapist practice.
Aug 13, 2020/Policies & Bylaws
House guideline: Outlines the process to recruit and hire internationally-educated physical therapists.
Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Outlines expectations for members when addressing problems demonstrated by impaired colleagues and providers.
Sep 23, 2024/Policies & Bylaws
Ammended to: The Association supports interprofessional education and practice.
Dec 16, 2020/CPG
This guideline provides recommendations related to diagnosis and management of patients with dementia.
Oct 27, 2018/CPG
Recommendations for assessment and treatment of adults with cervical (neck) and thoracic (middle back) spine problems.
Aug 29, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: APTA supports and encourages physical therapist ownership and operation of physical therapy services.
Nov 29, 2022/Policies & Bylaws
Board policy: Describes establishment of financial accounts and the use of funds by designated and authorized staff.
