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Mar 25, 2026/News
APTA has joined a broad coalition of national provider and patient organizations to release a new policy framework aimed at tackling one of the most persistent barriers to timely therapy: the misuse of prior authorization and utilization review. The new framework, titled "Care Delayed Is Care Denied:
Discharge documentation should include the reason for the episode conclusion, the date of the episode conclusion, and an relevant objective or subjective information related to the patient's status. Some federal and non-federal payers governmental bodies and payors may require a discharge note for the
Jun 10, 2026/Article
Advocacy continues for meaningful Medicare payment reform as APTA advances a coordinated strategy across Congress and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Recent developments signal growing recognition that the current payment system must evolve to support providers and protect patient
May 4, 2020/Article
This resource summarizes the provisions under Cures as they relate to Medicaid enrollment requirements.
Jan 26, 2021/Resource
PTs and PTAs may have legal obligations related to serving individuals with limited English proficiency.
Apr 1, 2025/Column
APTA President says 'Show Me the Data' PT Shares Lessons in Strength and Community
Aug 29, 2023/CPG
This updated guideline provides an evidenced-based and patient-centered approach to management of patients with chronic coronary disease.
Apr 1, 2024/CPG
This guideline was created by the American College of Chest Physicians and Canadian Thoracic Society to help clinicians and patients gauge the appropriate use of cannabinoid-based medicines in the management of chronic pain and co-concurring conditions.
May 1, 2018/Column
Supervision Requirements for PTAs and Physical Therapy Students
Mar 1, 2025/Column
CEO Update; working with IEPTs; a student's challenge to complete 20 free Learning Center courses in 20 days.
