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APTA State Chapters Record 48 Wins in 2025, Work Continues in 2026

Feb 10, 2026/Article

The new APTA Strategic Framework for 2030 reinforces the association's commitment to advancing payment, and that dedication goes far beyond APTA's fight for meaningful reforms to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. In 2025, APTA state chapters were relentless in their efforts to advocate for increased

Skilled Maintenance Therapy Under Medicare

Medicare does indeed cover services to maintain or manage a beneficiary's current condition when no functional improvement is possible if the services are medically necessary and meet the skilled care requirements.

October Is National Physical Therapy Month: See How APTA Helps You Celebrate

Sep 2, 2025/News

APTA is recognizing National Physical Therapy Month in October by spotlighting the vital role physical therapy plays in improving movement for people of all ages and abilities. This year’s theme will highlight physical therapy’s valuable role in prevention, wellness, and promoting resilience across the

Discharge Discounted

Sep 1, 2015/Column

A patient claims lingering pain. His PT sees a malingering bully. Part 1 of 3 on various faces of bullying and their ethical ramifications.

Electrophysiologic Examination And Evaluation

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Provides an overview of electrophysiologic examinations and evaluations as practiced by physical therapists.

CMS Requests Accelerated Medicaid Provider Revalidations: What PTs Need to Know

Apr 27, 2026/Article

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has asked all state Medicaid agencies to conduct a "swift revalidation" of certain Medicaid providers identified as high‑risk for fraud, waste, and abuse, while also directing states to develop a broader provider revalidation strategy within 30 days. Although

APTA Capitol Hill Day 2026

Apr 19, 2026/Event

Walk the Halls of Congress. Advocate for Payment Reform. Join 250 physical therapists in Washington, D.C., April 19-21 for three days of direct advocacy. Meet face-to-face with members of Congress and their staff to advance payment policies that strengthen your practice. Registration and housing deadline:

PTJ Author Interview With Matthew Miller: The Prevalence of Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults

Nov 14, 2023/Podcast

Tailoring clinical practice for better health outcomes.

Joint Decision

Aug 1, 2017/Column

Ethics In Practice: Joint Decision

MIPS Value Pathways

Feb 27, 2024/Resource

MIPS Value Pathways, or MVPs, are a voluntary reporting option that clinicians can participate in as an alternative to traditional MIPS or an APM Performance Pathway.