Congress Moves to Add Physical Therapists to Loan Repayment Program and Expand Medicare Clinic Therapy Coverage
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
How this policy affects specific groups of people
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
APTA’s updated position paper backing H.R. 5621, focusing on adding PTs to NHSC loan repayment and expanding access to PT in community health centers.
Coverage of H.R. 5621’s introduction, including PT eligibility for NHSC loan repayment and expanded PT role in community health centers/rural care.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Physical Therapist Workforce and Patient Access Act of 2025
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