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Feb 1, 2026/Article
The APTA Clinical Practice Guidelines Library makes it easier for members to find, use, and trust the latest evidence in one organized, searchable place. Beyond its convenience, the library is designed to support day-to-day clinical decision-making and help PTs and PTAs stay ahead in emerging areas of
Apr 1, 2026/Column
Every profession has a defining challenge — the one issue that shapes its future more than any other. For us, that challenge is payment.
CJR is a payment model being tested for episodes of care related to total knee and total hip replacements (MS-DRG 469 and 470) under Medicare. One track of the CJR model qualifies as an Advanced APM under QPP.
APTA produced a podcast series on CPT evaluation codes that provides a general overview of the physical therapy initial evaluation code changes and addresses common challenges to accurate reporting. With five episodes ranging from five to eight minutes each, the individual podcasts are convenient for
Jul 22, 2026/Article
The physical therapy profession continues to evolve in response to new technologies, changing payment models, emerging practice opportunities, and shifting patient needs. At the same time, many clinicians are looking for continuing education that goes beyond passive learning and provides practical skills
Jul 22, 2026/News
New initiatives are empowering members to drive meaningful payment reform and strengthen the future of the profession.
Jul 24, 2026/Article
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services estimates that physical therapy codes could see an overall payment increase of 1-3% under the Calendar Year 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule. Although CMS proposes a 1.68% decrease to the conversion factor for most clinicians, including
Jul 26, 2023/News
APTA-supported IDEA legislation has arrived on Capitol Hill; meanwhile, APTA is taking its message directly to congressional leaders.
The legislation would achieve APTA's goal of ending the Medicare direct supervision mandate for private practice.
Jul 28, 2023/Article
MIPS reporting, value pathways, promoting interoperability, and more.
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May 31, 2004/Research Reports
AbstractBackground and Purpose. As health care providers,
Background and Purpose. As health care providers,
AbstractBackground and Purpose. Individuals with cystic
Background and Purpose. Individuals with cystic
May 31, 2004/Letters to the Editor
Jul 31, 2004/Research Reports
Background and Purpose. Patients who experience pain, a symptom of
Jul 31, 2004/Updates
Jun 30, 2004/Research Reports
Background and Purpose. Our understanding of what different back performance
Background and Purpose. Today's health care environment encourages
Jan 31, 2005/Editor's Notes
Jan 31, 2005/Research Reports
AbstractBackground and Purpose. Although the Unified
Background and Purpose. Although the Unified
