Why the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule Matters for Physical Therapists

What’s in the proposed 2026 Physician Fee Schedule and why should physical therapists care?

In this video, Bob Hall breaks down five key issues in the CMS proposed rule, including:

- Physician referrals as plan of care certification

- Site-of-service payment differences

- Permanent virtual direct supervision (telehealth)

- Conversion factor updates

- Revisions to practice expense methodology

These changes could significantly reduce administrative burden, improve access to care, especially in rural areas, and reshape how PT services are paid. Learn how these proposals affect you and how you can advocate for finalizing the policies that support our profession and patients.

Target Audience:

Physical therapists (especially in private practice or rural settings), PTAs and clinic managers, Healthcare administrators in outpatient and hospital settings, APTA members interested in advocacy and Medicare policy, Students preparing for a career in physical therapy