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Medicaid should put patients first.
Federal and state spending on Medicaid beneficiaries has become a target for legislators intent on controlling health care costs. As an optional benefit in states, physical therapy services are often in line to be cut or eliminated.
Why It Matters
Medicaid enrollees are often among the most vulnerable populations. They deserve access to PT services that can help them survive — and thrive.
Our position
APTA supports Medicaid policies that puts patient needs at the forefront.
Additional Medicaid Advocacy Content
Article
This article describes the reintroduction of APTA's signature pelvic health bill, H.R. 4074 - the Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act, in the 119th Congress.
Article
APTA chapters are fighting to change Medicaid policy to improve payment and access to PT services in their states.
Article
Skilled nursing facilities could see a 2.8% payment increase and inpatient rehabilitation facilities could see a 2.6% boost beginning in October 2025 if two proposed rules from CMS are adopted without change.
News
An expansive member benefit that helps PTs and PTAs understand and participate in Medicaid (and advocate for change) now includes 2024 data.
News
This year's PT and PTA student-led effort focused on postpartum care in Medicaid and CHIP — and helped students embrace advocacy.
News
APTA's State Medicaid Payment Rate Guide is an expansive resource that can help members understand and participate in the program.
Roundup
The year isn't even half over, and the association has already scored some major victories for the profession (and teed up a few more).
News
The bipartisan legislation would support education on pelvic health and physical therapy for postpartum individuals.