Who we are
The Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation (APTQI) is an aligned group of physical therapists and physical therapy practices who share a common vision for the future of our profession. Our goal is to establish physical therapy as a clinically appropriate treatment of choice with the best value for patients and payers.
Older Americans Recognize the Value of PT & OT in Preventing Falls
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Podcast: Proactive Solutions for Fall Prevention
In this episode, Dr. Karen Litzy discusses the critical issue of falls among the elderly with Nikesh Patel, PT, a physical therapist and executive director of the Alliance for Physical…
APTQI Welcomes the Physical Rehabilitation Network and Rehab 2 Perform as New Members
Growing advocacy network demonstrates sector commitment to falls prevention and reimbursement stabilization for community-based physical therapy practices Washington – The Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation (APTQI) today announced…
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Falls Raise Risk of Nursing Facility Placement Among Older Adults, Study Finds
A new study published in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine found that falls increase the likelihood of nursing home placement among older adults. The researchers assessed fall prevalence and…