Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act of 2025

The Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act of 2025 would modify how Medicare reimburses physical therapy services. Currently, when one physical therapist arranges for another physical therapist to temporarily provide services to their patients, Medicare only covers these arrangements in medically underserved, rural, or health professional shortage areas. This bill would expand that coverage to apply nationwide, regardless of geographic location or population served.

If enacted, this change could make it easier for physical therapy practices to maintain continuity of care for their patients during staffing transitions or absences. Patients in urban and well-served areas would have the same access to temporary coverage arrangements as those in underserved regions. The bill is currently in the committee stage and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate.