Category Archives: info

“The expanded definition of group therapy is very much in line with APTA’s ongoing effort to advocate for the value of the PT’s clinical judgment.” Source: APTA Feed Proposed SNF Rule Relaxes Group Therapy Requirements, Increases Payment by 2.5%

CMS wants to gather more information on social determinants of health.   Source: APTA Feed IRFs Could See 2.5% Increase From CMS in FY 2020; Additional Reporting Requirements in FY 2022

Seven of the 12 new codes are related to power mobility devices, with the additional 5 related to pressure-reducing support surfaces. Source: APTA Feed CMS Adds to DMEPOS Prior Authorization List

Traumatophobia, “citizen science,” and improving health in Vietnam, among other notable mentions of members in the media. Source: APTA Feed The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in the Media, April 2019

  Attendance in PE classes hasn’t changed much. But that’s not necessarily a good thing. Source: APTA Feed New Phys Ed Studies Say There's More Work to Do

It’s a story of how how creating connections can pay off—not only in meeting current challenges, but in setting a course for the profession’s future. Source: APTA Feed APTA Annual Report: 2018's Achievements Are Shaping the Future of the Profession

Single-fall prevalence for this population is higher than for older individuals and community-dwelling stroke survivors. Source: APTA Feed PTJ: Falls Are 'Critical Health Hazard' for Individuals With Upper Limb Loss

The CDC clarification is consistent with APTA messaging in its #ChoosePT campaign and elsewhere. Source: APTA Feed CDC Reiterates Limits of Opioid Prescribing Guideline

A lifetime APTA member made a new major grant a reality. Source: APTA Feed Foundation Announces 2019 Grant Opportunities

As much as $25k per project is available for direct costs. Source: APTA Feed New Pilot Study Opportunities Available From CoHSTAR