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8-Minute Rule for Physical Therapy: How It Works in 2026

8-Minute Rule for Physical Therapy: How It Works in 2026

Physical Therapy Billing Team
Published on: 28/10/2026

How the Medicare 8-minute rule works in PT billing: unit chart, timed vs untimed codes, worked examples and common mistakes.