OT Solutions Inc.

11/11/2025

11/10/2025

NCOTA had the opportunity yesterday to meet with Governor Josh Stein and DHHS to share the information we’ve gathered from our members across the state.

During this small advocacy meeting, we discussed the serious impacts of the recent 3% Medicaid rate reductions on occupational therapy practitioners and the patients we serve. We shared clear, real-world examples showing how these cuts threaten access to medically necessary care—especially for children and families who rely on early intervention, school-based services, outpatient rehabilitation, and small community-based practices.

These reductions are hitting rural areas and Western North Carolina the hardest, where providers are already limited and families often travel long distances for care. Governor Stein and DHHS listened closely and expressed support for maintaining strong access to therapy services statewide.

📅 What’s next:
The Governor has called for the General Assembly to reconvene Monday, November 10, 2025.
To restore provider rates, both the Senate and House must agree to release Medicaid funds that have already been allocated. The House supports this; the Senate has not yet agreed.

💪 Action Needed Now – Your Voice Matters!
1️⃣ Email your State Senator once a day through Monday. Keep it short, respectful, and focused on releasing Medicaid funding to protect access to therapy. https://ncleg.gov/FindYourLegislators

2️⃣ Ask families, colleagues, and community members to join this effort—many voices amplify our message.
3️⃣ Act before Monday. Public engagement is essential to protect therapy access across North Carolina.

✉️ Sample email:
Subject: Support Access to Care – Release Medicaid Funds
Dear Senator [Last Name],
As your constituent, I urge you to support releasing Medicaid funds already allocated by the legislature to restore therapy provider rates. Occupational therapy is essential for children and individuals to meet developmental milestones, recover from illness or injury, and maintain independence.
The recent rate reductions are reducing access to medically necessary services and straining small practices that serve families in our community. Please ensure Medicaid funds reach the providers and patients who depend on them.
Thank you for your leadership and attention to this urgent matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your City or County]

Every email makes a difference. Thank you for standing with NCOTA and protecting access to care for North Carolinians.

10/20/2025

North Carolina's Division of Health Benefits (DHHS) announced NC Medicaid rate reductions effective October 1, 2025, including a 3% rate reduction for outpatient specialized therapies (OT, PT and SLP).The North Carolina legislature is reconvening on...

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