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APTA in 2020, Part 4: Fighting the Medicare Payment Cut

While a pandemic raged, together we advocated for the profession.

The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in the Media, July 2021

Jul 14, 2021/Roundup

APTA members and the profession in the media, July 2021 edition.

APTA CSM Delivering the Goods: Four Reasons You Should Register Now

Feb 10, 2021/News

APTA's virtual conference is bringing thousands together for professional growth. Here's a small taste of what's been offered so far.

The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in the Media, February 2021

Feb 17, 2021/Roundup

Recent media coverage of physical therapy and APTA members.

HHS Changes Course (Again), Allowing Providers to Keep More Relief Money

Oct 23, 2020/News

The return to earlier reporting rules was accompanied by an expansion of the provider types that can apply for relief funds.

Information Blocking Rule Compliance Date Shifted to April 2021

Oct 30, 2020/News

ONC says the delay is intended to allow providers to focus on the pandemic. It also gives you a chance to prepare for what's coming.

Home Health: Expanded Use of Telecommunications Could Be Here to Stay

Jun 29, 2020/Review

The CMS home health payment rule for 2021 adopts changes implemented during the pandemic.

Feds Recoup Relief Money From Providers Who Didn't Follow Reporting Rules

Mar 15, 2022/News

Some providers who received phase 1 CARES Act funds are being told to return the money. Phase 2 recipients can still set things right.

PT Student Loan Repayment Bill Returns

Jul 26, 2023/News

The legislation would add PTs to the National Health Services Corps and expand the role of PTs in community health centers.

Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)

Sep 21, 2021/Test & Measure

The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) contains 3 components: Balance test, Gait Speed test, and Chair Stand test. These components are useful for a physical therapist (PT) to evaluate the functional mobility of an older adult’s lower extremities.