American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

04/23/2026

This week, 250 physical therapy advocates traveled from across the country to amplify our collective voice for APTA Capitol Hill Day! 🏛️📣

PTs, PTAs, and students met directly with members of Congress to advocate on key issues impacting the physical therapy profession.

Thank you to the who joined us in advancing payment, strengthening our workforce, and moving the profession forward. 👏

04/23/2026

In this episode of the APTA Podcasts, leaders from APTA and the NSCA break down how collaboration supports better care, performance, and outcomes for patients and athletes alike.

Learn where physical therapy and strength and conditioning intersect — and what this new partnership means for the future of practice. 🎧✨

04/22/2026

CMS has released the proposed FY 2027 rules for IRFs and SNFs.

Highlights include proposed payment increases, changes to care timelines in IRFs, and new CMS proposals that could affect SNF quality data submission.

APTA is reviewing the rules ahead of the June 1 comment deadline. Read the full analysis from APTA News.

Together we are building a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society.

04/21/2026

Today, over 250 PTs, PTAs, and students are heading to Capitol Hill to advocate for policies that advance payment and strengthen our profession. 🏛️

🚨 If you missed the chance to join us in D.C. this year, you can still help support APTA Capitol Hill Day efforts from home!

Visit the APTA Patient Action Center now, where you can send a letter to your member of Congress to amplify our collective voice. 📣

🔗 Take action now: https://www.votervoice.net/mobile/APTA/Campaigns/136633/Respond

04/21/2026

This weekend, APTA brought together a group of leaders from APTA’s board-appointed committees, task forces, and the APTA Association Leadership Scholars to advance the critical work of their volunteer groups and strengthen alignment across the association. 🤝✨

Shoutout to our APTA Volunteer Leadership Summit attendees, and a big thank you to all of our volunteers — your work helps fuel the future of physical therapy. 👏

04/20/2026

The RECOVER Act has been introduced in the U.S. House to repeal MPPR — an outdated policy that undermines coordinated rehabilitation care and restricts patient access.

As hundreds of APTA members advocate on Capitol Hill this week, this legislation reflects years of work to modernize Medicare payment policies.

04/20/2026

From Capitol Hill to the clinic floor, APTA members delivered real wins for physical therapy in 2025. ✅

APTA’s unified strategy across federal, payer, and state arenas helped stabilize payment, expand access, and reduce administrative burden — with momentum building for 2026. 📈

04/19/2026

The APTA Master Class Series is bringing you live, practical learning experiences. 💡

Held at APTA Centennial Center, these sessions are designed for PTs, PTAs, managers, and practice owners tackling today’s clinical and business challenges.

Earn CEUs while building skills you can use right away. 📚✅

04/19/2026

This , we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the volunteers that fuel our association. 💙

APTA is powered by thousands of members who generously share their time, expertise, and passion to move our profession forward. 🤝🌟

🤳 Join us in celebrating National Volunteer Week by inviting a colleague to get involved, or by using our social media toolkit to help spotlight the impact of service.

04/18/2026

April is Financial Capability Month, and APTA is here to support your financial well-being. 💸💪

The APTA Financial Solutions Center offers tools and resources to help PTs, PTAs, and students navigate budgeting, student loans, retirement planning, and more. 💡

Build confidence in your financial decisions at every stage of your career. 📈

Explore the APTA Financial Solutions Center and take your next step toward financial resilience.

04/17/2026

The APTA Annual All-Member Meeting is now available in the APTA Learning Center! 💻⏯️

Didn't get a chance to join us live? You can now access the full recording of the meeting to catch up on what you missed.

Hear directly from APTA leadership, learn how we're advancing our strategic priorities, and get answers to pressing member-submitted questions. 💡

04/17/2026

Injured at work? A new Montana law allows physical therapists to serve as treating physicians for many work-related injuries. Now you can get the care you need faster and get on the road to recovery sooner. Learn more.