Exploring AI's Impact on Physical Therapist Practice and Payment

Listening Time — 40:44

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping healthcare, but what does that mean for physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and patient care?

Learn how AI is being used to reduce administrative burden, improve documentation and billing workflows, identify payment trends, and help clinicians spend more time focused on patient care.

Listen to the full conversation between APTA Vice President of Strategic Communications Alicia Hosmer and industry leaders Pedro Teixeira, MD, PhD, Jordan Hobley, PT, DPT, and Kevin Smith, MBA, as they discuss practical applications of AI, common misconceptions, and why clinicians and practice leaders don't need to become experts overnight to begin exploring the technology.

Learn more about the ways AI is impacting the profession:

Continue the conversation about AI and emerging technologies by joining the new APTA AI Network on the APTA Community. (Member login is required to access the APTA Community.)
Discover APTA Magazine's coverage on the topic, with "AI Scribes in Physical Therapy Practices", and "AI as an ‘Intelligent Assistant’."
Listen to a previous APTA Podcast episode about the role of AI in the profession with "AI in PT Practice: Finding Balance, Embracing Innovation Without Losing Trust, and What’s Next."

Our Speakers

Alicia Hosmer, CME, AAiP, is vice president of strategic communications at APTA and has over 20 years of experience leading brand and growth initiatives for associations.

Jordan Hobley, PT, DPT, is a regional manager at Athelas, where he helps practices adopt technology that reduces administrative work and improves revenue cycle operations. A physical therapist by training, he has worked in outpatient orthopedics, home health, and inpatient rehabilitation. His clinical background informs his work helping care teams spend more time with patients.

Kevin Smith, MBA, is general manager of Fusion at Ensora Health, where he leads the strategy and growth of a purpose-built EHR and practice management platform for physical, occupational, and speech therapists. With more than 25 years of experience in healthcare technology and an MBA from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, Smith is passionate about delivering practical AI-driven solutions that streamline workflows, enhance patient care, and drive practice success.