Your Voice Matters
As of April 1, 2025, Blue Cross Blue Shield wants to change how it pays for physical therapy. They plan to cut payments as much as 17-23%, officially called Multiple Therapy Services/Therapy Pay Percent reduction (MPPR). This could hurt many physical therapy clinics, and the care patients receive. Even if we don’t see the effects right away, the future could be very challenging if we don’t act now.
Only 8% of people use physical therapy right now. In the next 4-8 years, that number could grow to 16-20%. If the new payment policy is implemented, many clinics might struggle to stay open, making it harder for patients to get the help they need.
The physical therapy field is already facing problems from a shortage of workers and fewer people entering the profession. If we don’t speak up against this policy, it could further harm our industry and the health of millions who depend on physical therapy for recovery and a better life.
How to take action
It’s essential to take action now. Below are two simple ways to share your thoughts about these changes with Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Everything (to, subject, and body) should populate in an email for you and you push send.
You will print the letter, sign it and mail it to the address noted.
thank you!
We are incredibly grateful to our patients for their support and willingness to take action. Your appreciation for the physical therapy industry and your belief in the importance of our services mean the world to us. Together, we can advocate for a future where everyone can access the necessary care. Thank you for standing with us as we work to protect and strengthen our profession!
If you have any questions or need clarification, please feel free to call any of our locations. One of our clinical directors will be happy to assist you.