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Aug 29, 2017/Test & Measure
This test can be used to guide exercise prescription within the ICU as well as measure functional recovery.
Feb 4, 2025/Podcast
A brief introduction from the president of the academy.
Sep 10, 2018/Review
There's more work to be done to improve care in the wake of the 2013 Jimmo v Sebelius settlement.
Oct 23, 2019/News
Need a quick, big-picture take on how Medicare payment works in various settings? The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) offers an updated resource that can help. Now available for free download: MedPAC's latest version of "Payment Basics," a series of informational sheets that describe the
Aug 19, 2025/Position Paper
The American Physical Therapy Association strongly urges Congress to pass the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514 / S. 1816). This legislation would reduce health care providers’ administrative burden by addressing unnecessary preauthorization requirements, ultimately increasing efficiencies
Sep 1, 2019/Feature
PTs and PTAs are exploring the uses and potential of 3D printing in clinical practice.
Jan 11, 2022/Open Access
It's common advice to go for a walk when you need a break or you're having trouble focusing.
The “Risk Management Toolkit” is an APTA resource for educators developed in collaboration with the Healthcare Providers Service Organization. The toolkit includes four modules focused on risk management for students in physical therapy programs.
Jun 3, 2020/Author
Elise Latawiec, PT, MPH, is lead senior practice management specialist at APTA. Her primary responsibilities include the development of resources related to all areas of practice management as well as the impacts of health care reform. Before joining APTA she was the national director of quality assurance
Dec 1, 2018/Column
Do you want to provide physical therapist services in more than one state? The Physical Therapy Licensure Compact may help you achieve your goal.