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HR 1517119th CongressIntroduced
Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act of 2025
Introduced: Oct 28, 2025
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act of 2025 amends Medicare law to allow physical therapists to use locum tenens arrangements.
Key Points
- 1Amends Section 1842(b)(6) of the Social Security Act to include physical therapists
- 2Allows physical therapists to utilize locum tenens (temporary substitute) arrangements under Medicare
- 3Applies the same rules that currently apply to physicians' services
- 4Effective date applies to services furnished after enactment
- 5Aims to improve access to physical therapy services by allowing temporary coverage
Impact Areas
Physical therapy providersMedicare beneficiariesHealthcare staffing and coverageRehabilitation services
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