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Direct Access in Practice

Direct access to PT services is a reality across America, but not without challenges.

Pharmacotherapeutics and Supplements in Physical Therapist Practice

Oct 1, 2025/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapist management may prevent the need for or reduce the use of medications. Physical therapist management includes counseling patients and clients on the need for, and the benefits and risks of, medication, and supplements.

APTA Retired Member Application

Jan 27, 2026/Form

Retired but still wanting to stay connected to your profession? Continue to enjoy APTA's many member benefits, stay connected, and support your profession—all at reduced dues rates.

Position Paper | Provider Reimbursement Stability Act

Sep 10, 2026/Position Paper

APTA strongly supports the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163/S. 5180), bipartisan legislation that would help stabilize and strengthen the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, ensuring fair payment rates for healthcare providers and continued access to critical healthcare professionals for

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering with APTA is a great way to learn, grow, and make a difference in your association.

APTA 2022 Slate of Candidates Posted

Mar 25, 2022/News

The slate to elect the next secretary, house vice speaker, three directors, and two Nominating Committee members is now available.

Ways to Support Ukraine

Mar 18, 2022/Open Access

If you’re looking to support Ukraine and the Ukrainian Association of Physical Therapy, please review the information and resources provided by World Physiotherapy.

2022 APTA Candidate Statements Posted

May 4, 2022/News

Elections will be held on July 30 during a virtual meeting of the APTA House of Delegates.

2021 APTA Candidate Information, Statements Posted

May 21, 2021/News

Elections will be held on August 28 during a virtual meeting of the APTA House of Delegates.

About the National Physical Therapy Examination

The NPTE is administered by FSBPT. You must pass the NPTE if you are seeking to become a licensed PT or PTA in the United States.