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TRICARE to Begin Pilot That Waives Cost-Sharing for Physical Therapy for LBP

Jun 30, 2020/News

The 10-state plan waives cost-sharing for up to three visits to increase uptake of physical therapy.

Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI)

Jan 6, 2014/Test & Measure

Measures symptoms on three subscales.

30 Minutes of 'Acute' Exercise Temporarily Boosts Memory-Related Brain Activity, Strengthens Brain Over Time

May 13, 2019/Review

That name on the tip of your tongue might be easier to retrieve after 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise.

APTA-Supported VA Change Will Expand Use of Telehealth for PT Services

May 11, 2018/News

The VA is following through on a proposal to dramatically expand the use of telehealth services across state lines for VA beneficiaries.

More Provider Money Is Coming From HHS. Can PTs Qualify?

Apr 24, 2020/News

The latest round of COVID-19 relief funds is intended to help providers who don't bill large amounts to Medicare, but qualifications are built on data that PTs typically don't provide to HHS. There may be a workaround.

The Beat Goes On

Feb 1, 2023/Feature

The number of cardiovascular conditions is rising and expected to get even worse in minority groups. Here’s what PTs can do about it.

First-Ever Exercise Guidelines for RA Treatment Emphasize Physical Therapy

Jul 5, 2023/Review

Several APTA members helped create the new guidance on how best to integrate exercise, diet, and other elements into RA management.

2023 Presidential Address

Jul 23, 2023/Statement

APTA President Roger Herr, PT, MPA, provided his annual address on July 23 at the Omni Shoreham in Washington, DC.

APTA Physical Therapy Outcomes Registry Again Receives CMS Designation for MIPS Reporting

Jan 12, 2018/News

APTA's Registry has been approved again by CMS as a qualified clinical data registry (QCDR). The designation for 2018 means that PTs who participate in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) program can submit their data directly from the Registry.

(Re)defining Productivity

Jun 1, 2024/Feature

How productivity standards affect quality of care in physical therapy — and what can be done about it.