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The laws pertaining to the practice of dry needling by physical therapists differ from state to state.
To provide clarity on this matter, APTA created this infographic to highlight which states allow, prohibit, or have no specific provisions (silent) regarding dry needling. Please note that the data below is current as of June 2023.
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Regulatory Update, Feb. 2, 2022: CMS on Beneficiary Payment for Dry NeedlingFeb 2, 2022
CMS still isn't paying for dry needling, but it has provided some guidance on how to successfully bill a beneficiary for the service.
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Busting Payment Myths (and Regulating Your Expectations) Part 4Nov 15, 2021
Topics covered in this article: dry needling payment and telehealth audits.
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For Consumers: Dry Needling: What You Should KnowAug 1, 2018
This webpage from APTA's consumer-focused ChoosePT.com website provides an overview of the intervention, related equipment used, and the PT's role.
