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APTA Results (426 Results)

Includes articles, courses, and CPGs. Unlimited access for APTA members.

Partners in the Profession's Future

Feb 1, 2015/Column

The importance of membership and participation in APTA.

Direction And Supervision Of The Physical Therapist Assistant

Oct 26, 2022/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapist practice and the practice of physical therapy are synonymous. Both phrases are inclusive of patient and client management, and direction and supervision. Direction and supervision apply to the physical therapist assistant, who is the only individual who assists a physical

Study: Use of PTAs, More Therapy Intensity, Associated With Better SNF Outcomes

Jul 28, 2021/Review

An analysis of SNFs across the country echoes some themes from recent research sponsored by APTA and AOTA.

TRICARE: What You Need to Know

Oct 1, 2020/Column

Important information for PTs and PTAs serving service members, veterans, and their families.

Eliminating the Direct Supervision Requirement of PTAs under Medicare Part B

Medicare permits general supervision of physical therapist assistants by physical therapists in all settings — except for outpatient private practice under Part B, which requires direct supervision.

Practice Models and Settings

Wherever you treat patients, we have content to support you.

Levels of Supervision

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: APTA supports the following levels of supervision within the context of physical therapist practice.

Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants in Safe Patient Handling and Mobility

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapist and physical therapist assistants in safe patient handling and mobility.

Physical Therapist Assistant Median Income

May 1, 2018/Resource

Salary data for PTAs by geographic region, employment setting, years of experience, highest earned academic degree, and sex.

Viewpoints

Sep 1, 2017/Magazine

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