The Legislative Playbook Every PT Should Study

Most physical therapists assume healthcare policy is decided somewhere far away.

But Utah PTs just proved something different.

In this episode, Howard Quackenbush explains how competing physical therapy clinics united to pass legislation that recognizes PTs as primary care providers for co-pay purposes—reducing financial barriers and improving patient access.

Instead of waiting for national policy changes, this group of clinicians and clinic owners worked state-level relationships, coordinated fundraising, and built grassroots support that ultimately passed the bill.

For private practice owners and PT leaders, th...