BC Advantage - 2025 Issue 4

Medicare Rule Changes for Physical Therapists Effective January 1, 2025

As we step into 2025, Medicare has introduced updates that bring more flexibility and reduced administrative burdens for physical therapists (PTs), occupational therapists (OTs), and their assistants. These changes aim to improve patient access to therapy services while addressing long-standing concerns in rural and underserved areas. Here's a breakdown of the key updates and what they mean for your practice. General Supervision Policy for PTAs and OTAs in Private Practice What's changing: Starting January 1, 2025, physical therapist assistants (PTAs) and occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) in private practice settings will be allowed to work under general supervision instead of...

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