Tired of Waiting For Physical Therapy Referrals?
Imagine waking up with back pain that worsens throughout the day. When you call your doctor’s office, you’re told the next available appointment is in three days! Oh no…that means you’ll be in pain for at least three more days.
If only there were a faster way to contact someone who could assist!
There is, and you have arrived at the correct location! Every state has passed legislation allowing physical therapists to assess and treat patients without a physician’s referral.
Direct Access improves the efficiency and effectiveness of health care, allowing you to concentrate on your physical therapy recovery! If you see our physical therapist as soon as possible, you will feel much better!
Direct Access also allows you to save money and return to your regular schedule more quickly. Direct Access is all about being able to make your own decisions without being constrained by rules. It gives you control over your medical treatment.
Myths about direct access
Many people associate Direct Access with outpatient physical therapy; however, it also includes treatment in pediatric facilities, private home care, school districts, hospitals, and sports fields. Direct Access is far more common than most people realize.
Another widely held belief is that Direct Access is not available in all states. Direct Access is available in some form in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. While the program has some limitations, the groundwork has been laid, and regulations will be revised in the future to ensure that you receive the care you require when you need it.
Everything you need to know about direct access laws and health insurance
Despite the fact that the health insurance industry is constantly changing, Direct Access covers a wide range of private health insurance carriers.
Medicare will cover the cost of the service if the physical therapist develops a treatment plan for the patient. Remember that before beginning treatment, the physical therapist must have the plan of care reviewed and signed off on by a registered doctor.
Having direct access to physical therapy has numerous advantages. Among the many examples are, but are not limited to:
- Patients were more satisfied when they received physical therapy through Direct Access rather than through physician referral.
- Patients who received physical therapy through direct access rather than referral fared better at discharge.
Make an appointment with Rebound Fitness & Rehabilitation today
Direct Access is changing healthcare access. Schedule an appointment with a Northbrook, IL physical therapist if you or someone you care about wants to learn more about Direct Access to physical therapy or how physical therapy can help with chronic pain of any kind.
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!