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Transition DPT FAQs

Dec 1, 2019/Open Access

The correct degree nomenclature for the professional (entry-level) and the postprofessional transition clinical doctorate is "DPT." In these FAQs, the nomenclature "postprofessional DPT " has been used to distinguish the DPT degree conferred upon completion of a transition program from the DPT conferred

APTA, ASHA, AOTA to Congress: Let's Take on the Fee Schedule — Here's How

Jun 28, 2023/News

Along with APTA Private Practice, the associations have a plan for reform that could dramatically alter the Medicare payment landscape.

News From NEXT: Understanding Personality Types Can Enhance the PT-Patient Relationship

Jun 25, 2019/News

Understanding one’s own personality, as well as the personalities of coworkers and patients, can make physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) more successful in both their workplace and home life, according to Jacky Arrow, PT, DPT. Arrow presented “He Said, She Said: How personality

Long COVID Resources for the Physical Therapy Profession

APTA is committed to gathering information and resources about COVID-19 and Long COVID to help clinicians provide optimal care.

The State(s) of Direct Access

Oct 1, 2016/Feature

All across the nation, consumers have "some form" of direct access to physical therapist services. What does that mean? What work remains?

Compliance Matters: Advocating for the Profession in the Evolving Payment Environment

Aug 1, 2019/Column

APTA and its chapters offer a variety of member resources to promote advocacy for appropriate payment of physical therapist services.

Advancing the Role of PTs in Falls Prevention Together: From Congress to Clinics

Sep 15, 2025/Article

Through advancing evidence-based care, community education about the importance of prevention, and coordinated advocacy around federal legislation, PTs, PTAs, and students are leading the charge to reduce falls across the nation. Join us over the next two weeks as we concentrate our communications efforts

Built by Our Community, Designed for Our Future: Inside APTA’s Strategic Framework for 2030

Feb 1, 2026/Article

Beginning in 2026, APTA is launching a new strategic framework, focused on the pillars of advancing payment, empowering members, and evolving practice. Learn how this will chart the profession's future course, what it means for you, and how you can get involved. When APTA began planning its new Strategic

Past APTA President Ward Named Presiding Officer for Upcoming WCPT Meeting

Aug 29, 2018/News

Former APTA president R. Scott Ward, PT, PhD, FAPTA, has been appointed by the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) to serve as the presiding officer of its 19th General Meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, May 7-9, 2019.

Choosing Wisely: The Right Care at the Right Time

Aug 3, 2020/Article

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