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  • On May 25, 2017, CMS announced coverage for supervised exercise therapy (SET) for Medicare patients with intermittent claudication caused by peripheral artery disease (PAD).
  • The editorial discusses how increased access to SET could improve population health by promoting regular physical activity.
  • The authors advocate for a stronger role of physical therapists in the SET program, emphasizing the need for collaborative practices in healthcare.

Article Abstract

On May 25, 2017, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a decision memo establishing coverage for supervised exercise therapy (SET) for Medicare beneficiaries experiencing intermittent claudication due to peripheral artery disease (PAD). A meaningful impact on population health is possible with greater freedom to participate in regular physical activity. The authors of this editorial explain the potential roles of physical therapists in the SET program and argue for further integration of physical therapists through collaborative practice. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2017;47(12):892-894. doi:10.2519/jospt.2017.0111.

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