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AB 574

Prior authorization: physical therapy.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark González and 2 co-sponsors

AB 574 would have eliminated prior authorization requirements for physical therapy in California, enabling faster patient access to treatment without insurance pre-approval.

Consideration of Governor's veto pending.
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Bill Summary · AB 574

Legislative bill overview

AB 574 would have eliminated prior authorization requirements for physical therapy services in California, allowing patients to access treatment without advance insurance company approval. The bill passed both chambers with near-unanimous support but was vetoed by the Governor in October 2025.

Why is this important

Prior authorization can delay patient care and increase administrative burden on healthcare providers. Removing this requirement for physical therapy could accelerate patient access to treatment and reduce healthcare system delays, though it may affect insurers' cost-management tools.

Potential points of contention

  • Insurance company opposition: Eliminates a mechanism insurers use to control costs and prevent unnecessary treatments
  • Cost implications: Removing prior authorization barriers could increase physical therapy utilization and associated insurance claims
  • Governor's veto reasoning: The veto suggests concerns about implementation costs, healthcare system impacts, or budgetary considerations not fully addressed in the bill's language

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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