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When billing most third parties for physical therapist services, CPT codes are needed to describe the services that were rendered.
Documentation of a visit, often called a daily note or treatment note, documents sequential implementation of the physical therapist plan of care.
Nov 30, 2017/Test & Measure
The six questions on the inpatient short forms were selected from questions in the original AM-PAC.
The House of Delegates is an APTA policymaking body that comprises voting delegates and nonvoting delegates. The House meets annually, making decisions on issues that may have far-reaching implications for the association and for the profession of physical therapy. Listed below are the motions for the
Sep 27, 2022/News
Based on a 2021 survey, the results show significant growth in the public's understanding of the profession's role and level of expertise.
Nov 7, 2023/Review
Market basket adjustments set the stage for a slight increase in 2024, and Medicare will cover compression treatment items.
Oct 19, 2021/Open Access
"By getting involved in local organizations and schools, we have a chance to promote our profession and establish meaningful connections."
Jan 26, 2021/Perspective
What I’ve found is that white people fail to acknowledge the tailwinds that carried us forward and the headwinds our colleagues fought through.
Jul 14, 2023/News
An APTA-backed law is prompting CMS to work out details on coverage of compression garments under Medicare. Here's where things stand.
Oct 1, 2017/Feature
Every state has much to offer physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. It may be quality of life. Employment opportunities. Regulatory and business friendliness. Or any of dozens of other features. Where you decide to practice depends on which factors mean the most to you. Here is PT in
