Enabling More of the Physical and Occupational Workforce to Engage in Rehabilitation Act
12/8/2023, 5:15 AMSummary of Bill S 2459
Bill 118 s 2459, also known as the Enabling More of the Physical and Occupational Workforce to Engage in Rehabilitation Act, aims to address the shortage of physical and occupational therapists in the United States. The bill seeks to increase access to rehabilitation services by expanding the pool of qualified professionals who can provide these services.Specifically, the bill proposes to allow physical therapist assistants and occupational therapy assistants to provide certain rehabilitation services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist or occupational therapist. This would help alleviate the burden on licensed therapists and increase the availability of rehabilitation services for patients in need.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for training and education programs to ensure that physical therapist assistants and occupational therapy assistants are properly trained and qualified to provide these services. This would help maintain high standards of care and ensure the safety and well-being of patients receiving rehabilitation services. Overall, the Enabling More of the Physical and Occupational Workforce to Engage in Rehabilitation Act aims to improve access to rehabilitation services and address the shortage of qualified professionals in the field. By expanding the pool of providers who can deliver these services, the bill seeks to enhance the quality of care for patients in need of rehabilitation.
Congressional Summary of S 2459
Enabling More of the Physical and Occupational Workforce to Engage in Rehabilitation Act or the EMPOWER Act
This bill prohibits the supervision requirements for physical therapy assistants and occupational therapy assistants for covered outpatient services under Medicare from being different from supervision requirements under state law. The Government Accountability Office must report on the impact of Medicare payment differentials for such services in rural areas.
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Current Status of Bill S 2459
Bill S 2459 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 25, 2023. Bill S 2459 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 25, 2023. Bill S 2459's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of July 25, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2459
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2459
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HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2459
Enabling More of the Physical and Occupational Workforce to Engage in Rehabilitation ActEnabling More of the Physical and Occupational Workforce to Engage in Rehabilitation ActA bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure appropriate supervision requirements for outpatient physical therapy and outpatient occupational therapy, and for other purposes.Comments
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