Nov 22 2024 46 mins
Join Chad Madden, host of the Grow Your Practice Podcast, as he talks with special guest Scott Gardner, a physical therapist, practice owner, and founding member of the United Physical Therapy Association (UPTA). Scott shares his journey in physical therapy, insights into the healthcare industry's current state, and his motives for creating the United Physical Therapy Association. The discussion covers changes in healthcare reimbursements, the impact of large healthcare systems on independent practices, and the need for greater advocacy within the physical therapy profession. Scott emphasizes the importance of legislative efforts, the role of technology in practice management, and the future outlook of the profession. He also highlights the association's mission of uniting physical therapists to bring about meaningful change and ensure the sustainable growth of the profession.
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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:23 Meet Scott Gardner: Physical Therapy Journey
02:06 Challenges in Healthcare: National Perspective
05:09 Advocacy and the United Physical Therapy Association
11:41 Legislative Wins and Future Directions
22:40 Profitability Under Pressure Program
24:50 Understanding Legislative Processes
25:19 Challenges in Physical Therapy Advocacy
27:02 The Role of Lobbyists in Advocacy
30:05 Political Perspectives on Healthcare
33:05 Addressing the Cost of Physical Therapy Education
40:36 The Importance of Functional Outcomes
43:46 Final Thoughts and Recommendations