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Jun 22, 2026/Open Access
The Bylaws and House Documents Committee is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors and House Officers. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.
Best available evidence, the clinician's knowledge and skills, and the patient's wants and needs constitute the three elements of evidence-based practice.
Aug 30, 2018/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.
Aug 28, 2019/CPG
Covers identifying and treating primary hypertension in people aged 18 and over, including people with type 2 diabetes.
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.
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.
Apr 5, 2023/CPG
This guideline provides recommendations related to the diagnosis and management of early and locally advanced breast cancer.
Jul 25, 2024/Resource
APTA's practice advisory helps practice owners and organization administrators, staff PTs and PTAs, and health IT developers understand the opportunities and implications of the information blocking rule.
Oct 27, 2018/CPG
Recommendations for assessment and treatment of adults with cervical (neck) and thoracic (middle back) spine problems.
