Author Archives: WideNet

Time to start thinking about National Physical Therapy Month coming in October. Here are 5 ideas for getting involved. Source: APTA Feed 5 Ways to Raise Awareness During National Physical Therapy Month in October

 The clarifications help to answer questions related to the company’s physical therapy policy, specifically around payment for evaluations and the ways direct access provisions can affect payment. Source: APTA Feed Aetna's Policy Clarifications Increase Access to PT Care

Authors of the study say that despite data supporting consultation by a PT in the ED for falls-related visits, the incidence of PT involvement is rare. Source: APTA Feed Study: PTs in Emergency Departments Reduce Likelihood of ED Revisits for ...

Despite its proven effectiveness, CR remains “significantly underused,” authors say. Source: APTA Feed Study: Listen to the CPGs—Cardiac Rehab Works

Ward brings a wealth of experience and expertise in governance, leadership, scholarship, and international service. Source: APTA Feed Past APTA President Ward Named Presiding Officer for Upcoming WCPT Meeting

Get ready for what could be next in payment. Source: APTA Feed QPP, MIPS, AAPMs: Learn What’s What With New Payment System Webinar Recordings

Widely-used fall-risk screenings and targeted interventions could make a huge difference, according to the study. Source: APTA Feed Study: Widespread Fall-Risk Screening Efforts, Followed by Appropriate Interventions, Could Produce 'Striking' Results

Want to get a taste of what NSC will be delivering? Check out these APTA Student Pulse blog posts. Source: APTA Feed An APTA National Student Conclave Sneak Peek, Courtesy of the Pulse Blog

“The importance of the contributions of PTs, PTAs,and students can’t be overstated.” Source: APTA Feed PT, PTA, Student Involvement in Special Olympics is Improving Health…and Changing Attitudes

“MedPAC’s proposal to reduce reimbursement for physical therapy services…is short-sighted and unfounded.” Source: APTA Feed MedPAC Recommendations for PT Payment Decreases Met With Strong Responses From APTA, Private Practice Section, Alliance