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Malpractice/Professional Liability in Provision of Fitness Services

Oct 8, 2019/Open Access

You should be aware of the scope of the practice act in the state(s) in which you are licensed, and consider carefully whether or not your scope of personal competence is compatible with the type of services you wish to provide.

Defining Moment: Unlimited Adventure

Mar 1, 2017/Podcast

Carol-Ann Nelson, PT, DPT, describes a program for people with neurologic conditions that’s literally “out there.”

Be Humble, Curious, and Ready to Learn: Care for the Native American Population

Oct 8, 2022/News

APTA Magazine connects with experienced providers to explore keys to providing culturally competent physical therapy.

Proposed Rule: New 'Rural Emergency Hospital' Designation Includes Rehab

Jul 20, 2022/Review

CMS has laid out some of the particulars of a new facility category aimed at helping rural hospitals survive.

APTA 2022 State Legislation Roundup: Prior Authorization, Telehealth, and More

Aug 26, 2022/Roundup

State advocates for the profession racked up some important wins this year. Here are highlights.

Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score for Joint Replacement (HOOS, JR)

May 16, 2019/Test & Measure

This is a patient-reported survey measuring overall hip health for individuals post total hip replacement (THR) by evaluating pain, function, and activities of daily living.

Update to CMS Payment Calculations Further Eases Impact of Cut

Jan 6, 2021/News

The new conversion factor released by CMS helps to offset the impact of fee schedule reductions for PT providers.

Subgroups for Targeted Treatment (STarT) Back Tool

Aug 31, 2017/Test & Measure

This is a 9-item measure used to identify subgroups of patients with low back pain in primary care settings based on various functional, psychosocial, and comorbid factors for subgrouping.

Pain Resources for Physical Therapy Professionals

Sep 13, 2023/Article

A curation of important research, expert insights, and member voices for Pain Awareness Month in September.

New Fed Report Points to a Pattern of Improper Denials in Medicare Advantage

May 11, 2022/News

The findings from the HHS Inspector General's office echo APTA's longstanding concerns with the system.