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Documentation: Documentation of a Visit

Documentation of a visit, often called a daily note or treatment note, documents sequential implementation of the physical therapist plan of care.

Hard to Reconcile

Oct 1, 2018/Column

A case in which 'old school' won't do.

APTA Insurance Program, Powered by HPSO

Caring for your patients and clients is your passion. Don't let a disciplinary action or malpractice lawsuit jeopardize your career and financial future.

The Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Model

Mar 1, 2016/Column

A new Medicare payment initiative offers patients and PTs a bundle of opportunities.

A Closer Look at Falls and Falls Prevention

Sep 1, 2022/Feature

All older adults should be screened for risk of falling. With National Falls Prevention Awareness week happening in September, here's a recap of reasons why and resources to help PTs meet that standard.

APTA Outstanding Physical Therapist Assistant Educator Award

Awards

This award recognizes the importance of the role of physical therapist assistant educators in ensuring the continued provision of graduates who participate in the provision of high-quality physical therapist services.

APTA Consumer Awareness Report Shows Deepening Knowledge of Physical Therapy

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.

Fall and Balance

Feb 1, 2020/Column

When patient confidentiality and broader need are in conflict.

Choosing Wisely: The Right Care at the Right Time

APTA is among the medical specialty societies to join the Choosing Wisely® Campaign in creating transparencies between health care providers and patients.

The Realm-Individual Process-Situation Model of Ethical Decision-Making

Feb 1, 2006/Resource

The Realm-Individual Process-Situation model of ethical decision-making — often called the RIPS model — was developed to address the various influences on the clinician's decisions.