APTQI Commends the National Council on Aging for its National Falls Prevention Plan
With one in four Americans over the age of 65 falling each year, our country can, and must, do more to mitigate fall-related injuries and deaths. While falls take a major toll on the quality of life and independence of our nation’s seniors and increase healthcare costs across the board, the good news is that…
Congress Must Act to Protect Seniors’ Access to Telehealth
For Medicare beneficiaries nationwide, access to telehealth has offered flexibility and increased access to care. In recent years, the care landscape has evolved greatly with telehealth emerging as a vital tool for patients. Telehealth benefits many Americans by breaking down barriers to care, expanding access for rural and underserved communities, and helping seniors receive care…
Guest Blog: Why Every Falls Prevention Plan Should Include Physical Therapy
Kevin Takao, PT My goal as a physical therapist is to enhance the health and well-being of my patients by empowering them to build strength and mobility, all while helping them avoid injuries. It’s common for the older patients—especially those over 65 and on Medicare—to visit our clinic after a life-altering fall and subsequent injuries.…
Celebrate World Physical Therapy Day!
Today, APTQI is proud to recognize World Physical Therapy Day, a day marking the value of the care provided by physical therapists not just across the country but across the globe. Physical therapy is a non-pharmaceutical alternative treatment for injuries, chronic pain, or restricted mobility. In addition to rehabilitation benefits, physical therapy can be used…
Guest Blog: Showcasing PT’s Value Through a Lawmaker Visit
Rutgerus F. Jongbloets PT, COMT, CSCS As part of APTQI’s 2025 Facility Tour Program, I was proud to welcome staff from Senator Bill Cassidy’s (R-LA) office to Physiofit Physical Therapy—partner to Upstream Rehabilitation—to demonstrate firsthand how physical therapy is improving outcomes and lowering costs for patients and the healthcare system. These visits are an important…
Preventing Falls and Preserving Care: APTQI Members Urge Congressional Action
This week, APTQI members traveled to Washington to meet with lawmakers and their staff to advocate for policies that will help protect patient access to physical therapy and strengthen preventive care programs for older adults. During these discussions, APTQI members highlighted some key issues impacting the profession including: Protecting Medicare Stability Congress must address the…