Vermont H0271 aims to improve access to physical therapy by removing referral and care plan requirements for insurance and Medicaid coverage.

Vermont H0271 seeks to enhance access to physical therapy services by eliminating the need for a clinician’s referral or a signed care plan for both health insurance and Medicaid coverage. Additionally, it prohibits health insurance plans from imposing higher co-payments or coinsurance for physical therapy services compared to primary care services for similar conditions. The bill also mandates a 10 percent increase in Medicaid reimbursement rates for physical therapy services over two years.

Vermont H0271 aims to improve access to physical therapy by removing referral and care plan requirements for insurance and Medicaid coverage.

Vermont H0271 seeks to enhance access to physical therapy services by eliminating the need for a clinician’s referral or a signed care plan for both health insurance and Medicaid coverage. Additionally, it prohibits health insurance plans from imposing higher co-payments or coinsurance for physical therapy services compared to primary care services for similar conditions. The bill also mandates a 10 percent increase in Medicaid reimbursement rates for physical therapy services over two years.