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Preventing falls can keep aging West Virginia SAFE

Falling, or more likely avoiding falls, is on the mind of a lot of aging adults. Maybe you have a neighbor that slipped on ice in their driveway or know…

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NOLA News | The New Orleans Advocate

Help keep older Louisianans on their feet with access to physical therapy

We don’t often think of slips and trips being public health concerns, but falls and falls-related injuries are some of the most pressing health risks facing older Louisianans. These accidents…

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Physical Therapy Leaders Submit Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Comment Letter Urging Equipment Price Updates

Warning direct practice expense inputs are outdated, APTQI encourages CMS to take steps to ensure physical therapy services and equipment are appropriately valued Washington, D.C. – The Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality…

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Austin American Statesman

SAFE Act needs support

As a physical therapist, I see firsthand how one fall can change a senior’s life forever. In Texas, 29% of seniors fall annually, leading to life-threatening injuries, loss of independence…

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APTQI Welcomes Second Door Health as New Affiliate Member

Growing advocacy network champions support for policies to improve falls prevention measures and stabilize reimbursement for physical and occupational therapy practices Washington, D.C. – The Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality…

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Arlington Now

Senator Warner: Co-Sponsor the SAFE Act to Improve Access to Preventive Care for Older Virginians

There is no denying that treatment without prevention neglects a core element of healthcare. And for older adults, prevention is crucial to reducing the risk of injury and hospitalization. As…

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Idaho Statesman

Falls threaten Idaho seniors. Changes to Medicare could help

It may not make headlines, but falls are one of the biggest threats to the health and safety of Idaho’s older adults. As a physical therapist, I’ve helped my patients…

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Go To Health Media

Podcast: SAFER Seniors Start with the SAFE Bill

Protecting Our Aging Population The SAFE Act represents a critical step forward in addressing the healthcare needs of America’s growing senior population Growing Need for Senior Care As our aging…

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McKnight's Long-Term Care News

‘Game-changer’ bill would provide Medicare no-cost falls risk assessments 

Proposed federal legislation that would allow Medicare beneficiaries to receive a no-cost falls risk assessment from a physical or occupational therapist as part of their annual wellness visit is a…

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The Cap Times

Help protect older Wisconsinites from falls

Dear Editor: As the leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 and older, fall prevention practices are a top priority for physical and occupational therapists across the country. These…

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