Highlights From the State Payment Advocacy Forum 2024
It’s no secret that one of the largest concerns to the profession is workforce sustainability and payment/reimbursement which are addressed in both APTA WA and APTA National’s strategic plans. Across the country, states are advocating for fair copays, direct access, increasing Medicaid payments, and prior authorization, to address issues of administrative burden, utilization management, and stagnant reimbursement rates.
A potential revenue stream presented by Confluent Health founder, Jeff Hathaway, President of Movement for Life PT, Kelly Sanders, and CEO of Rehab Associate, Josh Bailey, is to form partnerships with employers to provide musculoskeletal and wellness services including but not limited to workplace injuries, implementing a walking program, and diabetes management. The APTA Private Section has released a course for Direct-to-Employer Services for those interested in pursuing this path. Read more on the national payment and CMS updates!
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