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Jun 22, 2026/Open Access
The Ethics and Judicial Committee is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.
The APTA Scientific and Practice Committee is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.
The Awards Committee and Awards Subcommittees are appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.
Aug 20, 2020/Policies & Bylaws
House guideline: APTA supports students, PTs, and PTAs expressing their commitment to patients, clients, society, and the profession with an oath or pledge.
Jul 22, 2024/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Outlines expectations to provide clinical education that complies with legal and ethical standards for patient and client management, is consistent with the association's positions and promotes professional development.
Feb 10, 2021/Resource
APTA, AOTA, and ASHA developed a resource for public and private insurers, employers, and consumers to evaluate the appropriateness of rehabilitation and habilitation benefit design.
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.
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.
