Conquering Physical Therapy Workforce Struggles & Boosting Productivity
PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy - A podcast by Jimmy McKay, PT, DPT | Physical Therapy Podcast
Jimmy McKay welcomes back Larry Benz, PT, DPT, OCS, MBA, FAPTA, to discuss the pressing issues in the physical therapy profession today. From workforce development challenges to cultural shifts in clinical care, Larry offers deep insights into the productivity crisis and how therapists can regain control in 2024. Find Larry's Blog Posts that inspired this episode here: AllThingsPhysicalTherapy (https://physicaltherapy.substack.com/)00:00 - Introduction & Welcome Back Larry Benz02:00 - Why Larry Started Writing More08:30 - Productivity Comparisons: PTs vs. Physicians13:50 - Challenges in PT Workforce Development19:00 - Solutions for PT Productivity & Cultural Change24:20 - Regulatory Barriers & Payer Restrictions in PT31:00 - The Future of Physical Therapy: Culture & Technology36:45 - Final Thoughts & Encouragement for CliniciansDiscover the potential of AI, the role of middle management, and how cultural and systemic changes can shape the future of physical therapy. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that touches on everything from CPT code constraints to the economics of PT practice. Don't miss this essential discussion for any PT professional!Timestamps:
