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Survey of PTs Reveals 'Significantly Inadequate' Rates of BP and HR Measurement

Jul 8, 2019/Review

A survey of PTs revealed that only 14.8% of respondents reported measuring BP and HR on initial examination of new patients.

IRFs Could See 2.5% Increase From CMS in FY 2020; Additional Reporting Requirements in FY 2022

Apr 19, 2019/News

If a proposed rule from the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is adopted as planned, inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) will see a 2.5% payment increase in the 2020 fiscal year (FY), which begins October 1, 2019—an approximate boost of $195 million. But they'll also need to prepare for

Too Much Focus on Productivity Increases Risk of Unethical Behavior, Say Researchers

Mar 22, 2019/Review

A survey of PTs and PTAs in Texas found that while not widespread, instances of observed unethical behavior were associated with increases in expected productivity.

Study: Personal Approach Is Important to Patients With Chronic Pain, but Partial Telerehab Could Offer Acceptable Alternatives

Feb 9, 2017/Review

Researchers found that chronic pain patients were willing to forgo face-to-face time with physicians when “remote feedback and monitoring technology is offered.”

Patient-Driven Groupings Model: An Opportunity for Physical Therapists (part 2)

Nov 21, 2019/Perspective

It's important to understand two questions: Who assesses the functional impairments? Who collects the data for the functional score?

Federal and State Guidance on Providing Services to Patients With LEP

Jan 26, 2021/Resource

PTs and PTAs may have legal obligations related to serving individuals with limited English proficiency.

Just Taking a Walk Can Extend Your Life, Say Researchers

Oct 29, 2017/Review

Researchers found that even a small amount of walking had an impact on health.

IRFs Receive 2.5% Increase From CMS in FY 2020; Additional Reporting Requirements in FY 2022

Aug 2, 2019/News

The CMS IRF final rule established a 2.5% payment increase in the 2020 fiscal year,

Patient Protections

Mar 1, 2020/Article

What are the federal expectations for providers when it comes to non-discrimination, disability access, and the rights of patients with limited English proficiency?