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2021 House of Delegates Recap

Sep 14, 2021/News

The association's representative body of the membership addressed racism, DEI, PTA involvement, COVID-19, productivity standards, and more.

Compliance Matters: Where the Improvement Myth Remains the Standard

Apr 1, 2020/Column

More nonfederal payers must consider changing their policies. Here's what APTA is doing and how you can help.

Fulfillment at the Finish Line

Dec 1, 2017/Column

A patient's inspiring determination.

Pointed Pleasures

Sep 1, 2019/Column

Helping children with disabilities experience the power of dance.

Tapping the Upper Limits of Our Potential

Feb 1, 2018/Article

The key is to strive for it.

Documentation: Conclusion of the Episode of Care Summary

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

Guillain-Barré Syndrome

Apr 16, 2026/Clinical Summary

Patients receive medical and pharmacological treatment as the primary intervention, and physical rehabilitation to address musculoskeletal weakness and neurologic dysfunction.

APTA-Backed Bipartisan House Bill Takes Aim at PTA Differential

Oct 13, 2021/News

The SMART Act would delay implementation, spare rural and underserved areas, and relieve PTA supervision burdens.

Would You Recognize the Symptoms of ALS?

Jun 21, 2023/Article

When it comes to ALS, early diagnosis is important. Be aware of the indicators.

Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA)

Jun 15, 2022/Test & Measure

The MNA is a 6-item screening tool used to identify risk of malnutrition among older adults (aged 65+).