National Access to Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: A Secret Shopper Study

The authors aimed to assess the impact of insurance coverage on access to pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT) across the United States, particularly focusing on Medicaid acceptance. Their study found that while 70% of PFPT offices accepted commercial insurance, only 47% accepted Medicaid, with significant disparities in wait times and costs for Medicaid beneficiaries. The results highlight barriers to access for Medicaid patients and suggest potential areas for policy intervention to improve equity in PFPT availability.