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Peer Review

Nov 5, 2019/Article

Peer review is a system by which peers with similar areas of expertise and licensure assess the care of a provider, using accepted practice standards and guidelines.

Outcomes Measurement

Outcomes are important in direct management of individual patient care and for the opportunity they provide the profession in collectively comparing care and determining effectiveness.

Wanda K. Evans PT, DPT, MHS

Jun 3, 2020/Author

Wanda K. Evans, PT, DPT, MHS, is a senior payment specialist at APTA. Her responsibilities include communicating with members and insurers on inquiries regarding third-party, billing, CPT coding, and payment policies; providing resources in policy development; monitoring trends; and assisting in association

APTA Guide to Successful Mentoring

Mar 27, 2025/Resource

The intent of the “APTA Guide to Successful Mentoring” is to describe mentoring applicable for all professional roles of a physical therapist and physical therapist assistant across the learner continuum, understanding that being a learner is a career-long role.

Your Career

APTA is here to support you throughout your career as a PT or PTA.

Defining Moment: Finding a Place to Call Home

Mar 12, 2024/Podcast

One PT takes a risk by opening a private practice with a mission to serve all.

An Ethical Exploration of Microaggressions in Physical Therapy: Insight From APTA's Ethics & Judicial Committee

May 21, 2024/Podcast

Intentional or not, small slights have a large impact.

Telehealth State and Federal Regulations and Legislation

Dec 22, 2020/Article

Before implementing telehealth into your practice, review and become familiar with state and federal regulations in which you practice.

Canadian Guideline for Parkinson Disease

Sep 9, 2019/CPG

Patients in the early stages of Parkinson’s disease should be referred to a physical therapist who has experience with the disease for assessment, education, and advice for physical activity. Also, physical therapy specific to Parkinson’s disease should be given to patients who experience balance and

Joint Replacement (Primary): Hip, Knee and Shoulder [NG157]

Jun 4, 2020/CPG

This guideline covers care before, during, and after a planned knee, hip or shoulder replacement. It offers guidance on providing support and rehabilitation before and after surgery for both inpatient and outpatient settings.