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Oct 29, 2025/News
On Sept. 18, Humana Military announced a change in TRICARE policy regarding the supervision requirements for physical therapist assistants in private practice. The change, which came into effect Jan. 1, indicates that general supervision is now acceptable for PTAs supervised by physical therapists instead
Oct 15, 2025/Article
A newly released research report, APTA’s Consumer Perceptions Report, sheds light on how Americans perceive physical therapy — and where opportunities lie to expand its role in everyday health and wellness.
Jan 22, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures pain, stiffness and physical fitness.
Aug 10, 2022/CPG
Provides recommendations for developing a comprehensive plan of care for a patient with diabetes, including managing comorbid conditions such as obesity, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
Apr 1, 2015/Column
Changes for the 2015 calendar year for private practice PTs.
Mar 1, 2018/Article
How do physical therapists in their 50s, 60s, and 70s continue to work in such a physically demanding profession? Some offer advice to their peers of all ages.
Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws
House position: APTA supports advocacy for prevention, wellness, fitness, health promotion, and management of disease and disability.
Dec 20, 2021/Open Access
When you care for others as a busy physical therapy professional, there are all kinds of stress-inducing concerns.
Getting a NPI should be a priority for any PT. Among other payers, it also is required for all providers enrolled in Medicare.
Feb 9, 2021/Podcast
Learn from PTAs who have taken the lead on navigating through their careers and finding rewarding pathways to professional success.
