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Coding for Interventions (Current Procedural Terminology Codes)

Jul 1, 2021/Article

When billing most third parties for physical therapist services, CPT codes are needed to describe the services that were rendered.

VA Increases Pay Levels for PTAs

Feb 3, 2021/News

APTA pressed for updated descriptions of PTA qualifications and skills. The change led to a raise in pay ranges.

Your Voice Needed: CMS Proposes Expansion of Coverage for Power Seat Equipment

Feb 21, 2023/News

The change, supported by APTA, would cover power seat elevation equipment for Group 3 wheelchairs under Medicare. Public comment is open.

Soft Tissue Self-care for a Movement Specialist

Oct 14, 2021/Video

We know you know, but reminders can be helpful. Listen to Lenny Parracino, certified massage therapist, fellow of applied functional science, and soft tissue therapist for the LA Clippers, describe his most meaningful wellness tips for movement.

Defining Moment: Searching for Answers

May 14, 2024/Podcast

After seeking a diagnosis, a PT moves toward recovery.

Parkinson CPG Knowledge Translation

Mar 24, 2022/Podcast

A panel of PTs on the front lines of shaping clinical practice share their plans for creating knowledge translation tools for the Parkinson CPG and their goals for implementation into practice.

APTA Practice Advisory: Good Faith Estimate for Uninsured or Self-Pay Patients

Apr 5, 2023/Resource

Learn about the implications for new "surprise billing" rules that require a good faith estimate of the costs of services for uninsured or self-pay patients are in effect as of Jan. 1, 2022.

Safe and Effective Rehabilitation for Long COVID: An Interview With Rebecca Martin, PT, DPT, PhD

Jun 23, 2021/Podcast

World Physiotherapy, previously known as the World Confederation for Physical Therapy, recently released a briefing paper and toolkit on safe and effective rehabilitation for individuals with post-acute sequelae of COVID-19. APTA member Rebecca Martin, PT, DPT, PhD, who represented APTA in authoring

CMS Launches Voluntary Prior Authorization Model for Traditional Medicare

Jul 22, 2025/News

Following discussions with major health insurers on their commitments, including a pledge to reduce the number of services requiring prior authorization, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced its Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction, or WISeR, model. This model aims to selectively

Improving Physical Therapy Care for People With Intermittent Claudication

Mar 16, 2022/Podcast

This learning health system can serve as a blueprint for physical therapists to make optimal use of routinely collected clinical data for improving care for patients with a variety of conditions.