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Report: Prior Authorization Use Among Medicare Advantage Plans Raises Questions

Feb 14, 2023/News

In findings that support APTA's advocacy with CMS, an analysis of data from MA firms points to the need for greater transparency.

2022 Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture: Addressing the Profession's DEI 'Disability'

Sep 1, 2022/Feature

Lecturer Lisa VanHoose, PT, PhD, MPH, FAPTA, provided a sobering view of the profession's 'DEI fatigue' — and a possible path to overcome it.

5 Things to Know About the Coronavirus Vaccine Distribution

Mar 5, 2021/Roundup

Three vaccines are now approved, and some states recognize PTs as eligible to administer them.

What Do You Know About PT and PTA Student Debt? Take Our Quiz

Apr 5, 2021/Open Access

APTA is raising awareness about debt burden and providing support through the APTA Financial Solutions Center.

Woodruff Lecture: The Profession's DEI 'Disability' Must Be Addressed

Jun 30, 2022/News

Lisa VanHoose provided a sobering view of the profession's 'DEI fatigue' — and a possible path to overcome it.

Vitals Are Still Vital, Now More Than Ever

Feb 22, 2022/Perspective

The importance of measuring and monitoring vitals has become even more relevant in the wake of the pandemic.

Surgeon General Calls for Urgent, Far-Ranging Action on Health Worker Burnout

May 26, 2022/News

A new advisory underscores the need for all stakeholders to do their part, and echoes elements of APTA's Fit for Practice initiative.

Functional Axial Rotation (FAR)

Jan 16, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures axial motion (neck, trunk, spine); assesses functional use of available spinal motion, combined with visual ability.

Balance Evaluation Systems Test (BESTest) for Parkinson Disease (PD)

Mar 14, 2013/Test & Measure

For patients with Parkinson disease (PD)

Functional Reach Test for Parkinson Disease (PD)

Mar 14, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures maximum distance an individual can reach forward while standing in a fixed position; used to assess stability.