Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act of 2025

This bill lets physical therapists use a qualified fill‑in therapist (a temporary “substitute”) and still get paid by Medicare, no matter where the clinic is located. Today, this kind of coverage is only allowed in rural or shortage areas; the bill removes that limit so care isn’t interrupted when a therapist is sick, on leave, or away briefly.

It takes effect for services provided after the law is enacted, so the change would apply going forward, not retroactively.

• Who is affected: Medicare patients who get physical therapy, and physical therapy clinics and therapists.
• What changes: Therapists can use temporary substitutes anywhere in the country and have Medicare pay for those visits, not just in rural or underserved areas.
• When: Applies to care provided after the law is enacted.