Federal Issues
Become a Key Contact in North Carolina!
- North Carolina has 14 Congressional Districts and two senators
- We need individual constituents to meet with those legislators and educate them about PT issues
- This is a great non-partisan chance to get involved in big things!
- Our Federal Affairs Liaison will help you!
Federal Legislative Issues
These issues matter to all physical therapist services across the country. It's very easy to send your legislators a note!
- Reimbursement
- Medicare
- Telehealth
- Eliminating PTA supervision in Medicare Part B
- Student Debt Loan Repayment
- Link to learn more
Senator Tedd Budd visits HPU DPT program
Annual Capitol Hill Day
Every year, the APTA sets aside a day for PTs and PTAs to visit their Congressional leadership in their offices in Washington DC to explain PT issues. Legislators want to hear from constituents!
- Includes training
- Our FAL will facilitate you meeting your legislator in DC
- Represent NC
- Join us in DC in July, 2025!
Join the APTA Advocacy Network!
- Stay up to date with APTA legislative actions & wins
- APTA Advocacy Network is FREE to join!
- Click here now!
Meet our APTA NC Federal Affairs Liaison
Dr. Lance Maybry is a retired Air Force PT who teaches at High Point University. He's an expert in musculoskeletal PT, especially integrating imaging. His passion for the profession has found its perfect outlet in his extensive work as the FAL! If you're interested in Federal Advocacy, Lance will help you become a Key Contact and help you every step of the way. As a Key Contact, Lance will help you invite your Congressperson to visit your place of practice or set up an appointment to visit them ~ in state or consider attending APTA annual Hill Day in DC!
