APTA Montana Primary Care Conference

Drawing on the clinical expertise and problem‑solving skills of physical therapists, this session outlines how recent policy changes in Montana create expanded opportunities for both cash‑based services and more efficient rehabilitation within the workers' compensation system. Attendees will learn how to leverage their full scope of practice to deliver timely, high‑value care, reduce administrative delays, and support faster recovery for injured workers. The session highlights practical strategies for integrating cash‑based offerings, optimizing care pathways under work comp, and strengthening PT‑led solutions that benefit workers, employers, and the broader healthcare system.

Learning Objectives: 
1. Define the value of primary care physical therapy in workplace health
2. Examine the 2025 Montana legislative update
3. Connect policy to practical impact
4. Demonstrate how to construct and use a functional job description, culminating in a practical exercise to solidify skills.
5. Equip attendees with practical strategies for integrating PT‑led primary care in the work setting.