Podcast | APTA State Legislative Update: Direct Access, Compact, Payment, and More

Listening Time — 18:45

Join APTA staff experts for a quick look at what's happening in statehouses this legislative season.

Topics covered include payment, direct access, fair copays, the physical therapy compact, and more. (Recorded on March 15)

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This episode features Daniel Markels, manager of state affairs for APTA, and Tajah Franklin, APTA state affairs specialist.

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