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Apr 1, 2017/Column
Reporting requirements for physical therapists (PTs) in private practice are changing under the Quality Payment Program-specifically through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and alternative payment models (APMs). (APMs).
CJR is a payment model being tested for episodes of care related to total knee and total hip replacements (MS-DRG 469 and 470) under Medicare. One track of the CJR model qualifies as an Advanced APM under QPP.
Oct 16, 2024/News
A new report from APTA and APTA Private Practice can help you better understand the current hiring environment for PTs and PTAs.
Dec 8, 2021/News
The APTA-supported package readied for the Senate includes an offset to the payment cuts and delays in other reductions.
Mar 10, 2025/Statement
A Call to Action from APTA President Kyle Covington, PT, DPT, PhD
Feb 27, 2024/Resource
MIPS Value Pathways, or MVPs, are a voluntary reporting option that clinicians can participate in as an alternative to traditional MIPS or an APM Performance Pathway.
Aug 1, 2025/Advocacy Update
Here’s how APTA members can request PTPAC disbursements to attend campaign events and ensure physical therapists have a seat at the table.
Jan 31, 2019/Resource
Researchers focused on 10 PTs who had imaging privileges. The results make a strong case for PTs as appropriate, judicious referrers.
Mar 19, 2018/Podcast
At CSM 2018, Charles Hazle, PT, PhD, describes recent progress for physical therapists related to payment for sonography-related services.
Jun 6, 2019/Podcast
Professor Chris Petrosino, PT, PhD, talks about going into academics as a career option for physical therapists.
