National disparities in access to physical therapy after rotator cuff repair between patients with Medicaid vs. private health insurance.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair is an effective treatment for patients with symptomatic rotator cuff tears. Ensuring timely and appropriate postoperative access to physical therapy (PT) is paramount to the achievement of optimal patient outcomes. Extended immobility due to a lack of formal rehabilitation can lead to decreased range of motion, continued pain, and potential reoperation for stiffness. The purpose of this study is to evaluate national disparities in access to PT services after rotator cuff repair between patients with private vs. Medicaid insurance. This study will further evaluate differences in access to PT services between states that have previously undergone Medicaid expansion as compared with those states which have not.

Methods

The American Ph

SUBMITTER: Curry EJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8178595 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature