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Indiana Residents Gain Direct Access to Physical Therapy on July 1, 2013

June 6, 2013 – 3:55 pm

Currently, Indiana patients wanting to seek physical therapy are required to obtain a prescription or referral from a physician. Beginning July 1, 2013 individuals in Indiana can seek direct access to a physical therapist without a referral. One of the individuals involved with making this change a reality, President of the Indiana chapter of the [...]

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By Jeff Worrell | Posted in Professional Experts | Also tagged American Physical Therapy Association, APTA, direct access, evidence based physical therapy, Healthcare reform, indiana physical therapy, Jeff Worrell, Physical Therapist, physical therapy, private practice, PT, reimbursement, third party reimbursement | Comments (0)

Making a Difference in the Lives of Individuals with Chronic Spinal Cord Injuries

April 24, 2013 – 8:54 pm

In the United States, 250,000 Americans have a spinal cord injury. Today’s expert shares the results of a study that found activity-based rehabilitative strategies can play an important role in promoting physical integrity and functional recovery, even when implemented years after an injury. John W. McDonald,M.D., Ph.D.is the Director of the International Center for Spinal [...]

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By Jeff Worrell | Posted in John W. McDonald MD PhD, Professional Experts | Also tagged American Physical Therapy Association, APTA, fes cycling, functional electrical stimulation, injury prevention, Jeff Worrell, patient outcomes, Physical Therapist, physical therapy, PT, rehabilitation, research, spinal cord injury | Comments (0)

Working to Defend the Profession of Physical Therapy

April 17, 2013 – 7:47 pm

Some physical therapists not only meet the needs of their patients but also work for the greater good of the profession. One of those physical therapists is today’s guest. Paul Gaspar, PT, DPT, CCS, Owner of Gaspar Doctors of Physical Therapy and President of Independent Physical Therapists of California recently discussed legislative issues with PT Talker. [...]

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By Jeff Worrell | Posted in Dr. Paul Gaspar, PT, DPT, Professional Experts | Also tagged Advantage Medical, American Physical Therapy Association, APTA, direct access, independent physical therapy, Jeff Worrell, patient outcomes, Paul Gaspar, Physical Therapist, physical therapy, physical therapy law, private practice, PT, rehabilitation | Comments (0)

Reforming the Payment System for Outpatient Physical Therapy Services

April 11, 2013 – 4:58 pm

The APTA has been working on a plan to reform payment for outpatient physical therapy services to enhance quality of care, recognize and promote clinical judgment and communicate the value of physical therapy services. To achieve these goals, the APTA has developed a proposed payment model for outpatient services. The alternative payment system (APS) is [...]

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By Jeff Worrell | Posted in Carmen Elliott, News | Also tagged ACO, alternative payment systems, American Physical Therapy Association, APTA, Jeff Worrell, patient outcomes, pay for performance, payment reform, Physical Therapist, physical therapy, physical therapy alternative payment system, private practice, PT, rehabilitation, reimbursement, third party reimbursement | Comments (3)