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Being a Doctor of PT

Just in time for National Physical Therapy month this October, The New York Times has written an article about the increase in nurses, pharmacists and physical therapists pursuing doctorate degrees, and whether it is right for such professionals to call themselves “doctors.”

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LEGISLATION WOULD ELIMINATE “CAP” ON PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES

Legislation introduced today would permanently repeal the $1,870 therapy "cap" imposed on Medicare physical therapy payments.

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Petition for Direct Access in Texas

Texas has become the latest state to push for direct access for physical therapy. Both PT’s and patients should petition their state representatives for the cause.

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Health Care Reform: Voice Your Concern

Please share your thoughts about the impending changes in the US health care system.

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2700 Pages of Healthcare reform boiled down

Here are key highlights of the Healthcare reform legislation...

Bikes in NYC office buildings

We are excited about NYC’s new law that mandates commercial landlords allow bicycles into office buildings.

Effects of New Health Care Bill in Outpatient Clinics

Many businesses like ours are in a 'wait-and-see' mode as to what effect a public plan will have on their businesses as a whole.