Easier Medicare Rehabilitation Access in Rural and Underserved Areas
This act aims to improve access to physical and occupational therapy for Medicare beneficiaries, especially in rural and medically underserved areas. It postpones the application of certain payment rules and adjusts supervision requirements, potentially making these services more accessible to those in need.
Key points
Postponement until January 1, 2023, of the date when certain payment rules for physical and occupational therapy would apply in rural and medically underserved areas.
Introduction of changes ensuring new payment rules do not apply to services provided in rural and medically underserved areas.
Limitation of supervision requirements for therapists to the level specified by state law, potentially easing service provision.
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