As a service to our members, MPTA is working to update members on legislative news and information. Please click on the link below to proceed to the member only section to see the latest information on legislation regarding business structures for physical therapy services in Michigan. Members may also submit a question or comment on legislative issues.
Visit MPTA Member Legislative News to see latest information or submit a question This is for MPTA Members only.
MPTA Legislative Issues - Direct Consumer Access to Physical Therapy
- PTA Licensure (SB 1167)
- Ownership of Physical Therapy Services
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING OWNERSHIP OF PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES
- MPTA Members read a detailed analysis of the current situation regarding the ownership of physical therapy services in Michigan (see link to MPTA Members Only page below).
- Visit MPTA Member Legislative News to see latest information or submit a question This is for MPTA Members only.
MPTA members can learn more about the PTA Licensure bill (SB1167) and how MPTA is working with our state legislatures on this bill. We recently had two opportunities to learn more and ask questions of the MPTA Legislative Committee.
- The first was a statewide conference call educational discussion on questions you or
your coworkers may have on PTA Licensure in Michigan. There were 70 people who particpated on
this call on Wednesday, March 26, 2008. There is now an updated FAQ document on the PTA licensue bill
on the member only legislative webpage. Please make sure that your email and address information
is updated and correct with APTA/ MPTA so you will receive legislative updates in the future.
- The second was the MPTA Membership Meeting on March 29, 2008 at the Holiday Inn South/ Convention Center.
The presentation has been posted from that meeting on the member only legislative webpage.
- Visit MPTA Member Legislative News to see latest information or submit a question This is for MPTA Members only.
The Legislative Chair conducts presentations to MPTA members on Direct Access and PTA Licensure
at the MPTA Spring Membership Meeting in March and the Annual Fall Conference in October.
To see the 2008 presentation go to the member only page for the most recent March 29, 2008 presentation. If you would like to to join APTA/ MPTA go to the membership page or contact the MPTA office.
Make sure that you are receiving the latest information on PTA Licensure and Title Protection. MPTA members will receive regular updates in Shorelines, email blasts, and member presentations via live meetings or conference calls.
Interested PTs and PTAs who are not yet members of APTA/MPTA who would like to receive updates on PTA licensure and pending legislation that impacts the physical therapy profession. The most effective method of keeping informed on Michigan issues is being a member of APTA/MPTA please see the membership section of the MPTA website for information on joining or contact the MPTA office and ask for membership information you may reach the office at mpta@mpta.com or 800-242-8131.
MPTA has created a mailing list for all interested parties such as office managers, business owners, PTs, PTAs, and students who are interested in following the PTA licensure bill. Please click this form to enter your name on this mailing list. Information will be sent out as updates on legislative issues as determined by the MPTA leadership.
APTA Federal Legislative Action Alert: Ensure that Qualified Physical Therapists Provide
Medicare Physical Therapy Services. Oppose HR 1846 Today!On Thursday, March 29, Congressman Ed Towns (D-NY) introduced Medicare Access to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services Improvement Act (HR 1846). This legislation would overturn the current Medicare "incident-to" rule and recognize athletic trainers and lymphedema therapists as covered providers under Medicare.
APTA strongly opposes this legislation (HR 1846) and supports Medicare’s ability to require qualification standards for therapy services provided incident to a physician’s professional services. It is the position of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) that physical therapists are the qualified professionals who provide physical therapy examinations, evaluations, diagnoses, prognoses, and interventions. Interventions should be represented and reimbursed as physical therapy only when performed by a physical therapist or by a physical therapist assistant under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist.
Please contact your House Representative to ensure that Qualified PTs Provide Medicare Physical Therapy Services - Oppose HR 1846. To see more information visit the APTA website Thank you for your help.
The MPTA has an Legislative Committee that works with the MPTA Lobbyist Terry Vanderveen
and the MPTA Board. This committee is a resource for MPTA members to get answers to
specific questions regarding legislation in Michigan. Advocacy and Legislation at a
National level is handled by APTA. Contact the MPTA office with your question at
mpta@mpta.comIf you have questions about any of the legislative issues please contact the MPTA office with your question at mpta@mpta.com
If you would like to become move involved in legislative issues please see Action Steps for PT.
The support and participation of all MPTA members is much appreciated as we continue this investment in our future. If you have any suggestions, questions, answers or want to get more involved in any other way, please contact the MPTA office.
