Guest Blog: Real Patient Story: Fall Prevention for Betty Lou
By Brady Whetten PT, DPTMulti-Site Clinical Director at Therapy Partners GroupBoard-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy Betty Lou’s Story: Why Fall Prevention Matters At 73 years old, Betty Lou was thriving in retirement. Her days were filled with joy—playing pickleball, going on daily walks, tending to her flower garden, and spending quality time with…
APTQI Supports Legislation Aimed at Fall Prevention Among Aging Veterans
APTQI supports recently introduced bipartisan legislation that would mandate various measures to help reduce falls among aging veterans by connecting them with physical therapy care. The SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act (H.R. 3183/S. 668) would establish an Office of Falls Prevention within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and create a pilot program for incorporating falls…
APTQI Applauds New Senate Bill to Address 2025 MPFS Cuts
On May 7, Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) introduced important legislation to address the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) cuts for 2025, which continue to seriously impact physical and occupational therapy practices. If passed, S. 1640 would provide a prorated reversal of the 2.83% MPFS cut that went into effect in January. It would also include…
Support Stronger, Safer Aging This Older Americans Month: Urge Congress to Support the SAFE Act
Across the nation, May is recognized as Older Americans Month – a time to celebrate the impact of aging adults on society, while acknowledging how to help this population remain healthy and independent. Established in 1963 by President John F. Kennedy, the month-long commemoration serves as an important reminder for all of us to build…
Guest Blog: Proud to Support APTQI’s Mission: How OneStep Is Revolutionizing Fall Prevention and Physical Therapy Outcomes
By Patrick Tarnowski, PT, MBA, Chief Commercial Officer, OneStep As a physical therapist and the Chief Commercial Officer of OneStep, I’m proud to be a member of the Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation (APTQI). The work APTQI does to advocate for sustainable, high-quality physical therapy aligns directly with our mission at OneStep: to…
APTQI Celebrates National Occupational Therapy Month with Victoria Silversmith M.S. OTR/L
April is National Occupational Therapy (OT) Month, a time to celebrate and honor the profound impact OTs have on the lives of countless patients and providers. This year’s theme is “Occupational Therapy: Inspiring Hope, Changing Lives.” And that’s exactly what OTs like Victoria Silversmith are doing nationwide. APTQI recently had the opportunity to sit down…