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ICD-10 Case Study: Outpatient PT-First Visit for Parkinson Disease

Feb 28, 2020/Resource

60-year-old male with recent history of falling

Anita Bemis-Dougherty, PT, DPT

Jun 3, 2020/Author

Anita Bemis-Dougherty, PT, DPT, is vice president of practice at APTA. She has been involved in APTA initiatives including clinical documentation and peer review; fall risk reduction and prevention; scope of practice; PT practice in acute care, the ICU, and the emergency department; revisions to the

When the Team Falls Apart

Aug 18, 2019/Perspective

People slip through the cracks, but we have a unique role within the system to help seal those cracks and keep people moving forward.

APTA's Commitment to Worker Health Earns It a Spot as Affiliate in CDC Program

Feb 3, 2023/News

The association will collaborate with agencies, universities, and health care organizations in the Total Worker Health® initiative.

COVID-19: Adapting Your Practice

Apr 8, 2020/Article

Physical therapists who have changed their care models to adapt to the COVID-19 health crisis discussed how they modified their practices in response to the pandemic, and will share innovative strategies to provide physical therapist services to patients in need.

Defining Moment: Through the Open Door

Aug 13, 2024/Podcast

A PT's journey with rock climbing and movement science.

Social Responsibility Finds a Home in the House

Feb 1, 2020/Feature

The APTA House of Delegates increasingly is taking stances on societal matters. But members of the policymaking body still are getting comfortable with when to do so.

President Dunn: Medicare Payment Cuts Will Harm Physical Therapy and Create Barriers to Care

Dec 21, 2020/Statement

The COVID-19 relief package falls short of ensuring patient access, and a 3.6% cut threatens the viability of providers who offer safe, cost-effective care.

Respiratory Management of Patients With Neuromuscular Weakness

Mar 13, 2023/CPG

This joint guideline by the American College of Chest Physicians and Canadian Thoracic Society covers the prevention of acute exacerbations experienced by patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder. See recommendations 4 and 5 for information on pulmonary rehabilitation.

Getting Around: Community Mobility

Nov 1, 2017/Feature

APTA's Strategic Plan envisions transforming society by reducing barriers to movement. Enhancing community mobility is a key element. Many PTs already are helping to achieve the vision.