Skip the referral process and get the care you need faster—exploring the benefits of direct access to physical therapy.
Natala Balla, PT, DPT
You had a productive day cleaning your house. There is only one task left to complete, the worst task at that. Folding laundry...
You stack all the clean clothes in your arms but you drop a sock. You bend over to pick it up, trying not to drop anything else when suddenly...
*Pop*
You drop the clothes and now you’re reaching for your back! You hobble over to the couch and try to get comfortable.
It’s 4:15 pm. Your doctor’s office closed at 4 and it’s Friday...
But you know who to call!
Your physical therapist!
They were able to schedule you first thing on Monday morning. Even without you having to see your doctor!
Thanks to a magical thing called direct access.
This allows you to be evaluated and treated by a physical therapist, without a physician’s referral. Saving you time and money.
If your treatment goes beyond 30 days, then you will need to get a referral to continue, per PA law.
If you have a muscular, neurological or skeletal concern, you can get treatment right away. That is the power of a physical therapist with a direct access license.
On average, it takes about 24 days to see your doctor in person.
Gone are the days of playing phone tag with your doctor’s office to get an appointment weeks later.
Most third-party insurance companies will cover your Direct Access physical therapy visits. Our team will check your benefits and explain your coverage during your evaluation visit.
Why wait to feel better when your physical therapist has a direct access license?
The power is in your hands! Your time is important. Don't wait to start feeling like yourself again.
Read more about Direct Access in PA here.
Here at Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers at Fairless Hills, we want to help you be your best self.
In need of physical therapy?
Call us at (267) 874-6000 to speak with our client care specialist.
Or click HERE to request an appointment online.
We look forward to helping you reach your goals.
Love your life!
https://blog.firststophealth.com/business-blog/how-much-time-does-doctor-visit-really-take
https://getpt.org/physical-therapy-direct-access-laws-state/#p