Do I need a prescription or referral from a physician before seeing a physical therapist?

The state of Oklahoma allows people to be seen by a physical therapist for 30 days before requiring a prescription from a physician. However, some insurances require a prescription before they will pay for physical therapy services. Most insurances allow you to be evaluated by a physical therapist without a prescription. Yes, we know this is confusing. Give us a call and we can answer questions about your specific insurance plan. If you come in for an evaluation and do need a prescription, we can help you request one.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

You should bring: your insurance card, a photo ID, the referral/prescription from your physician (if you have it), the authorization from your insurance company (if you have one), and your initial paperwork (if emailed). We also recommend wearing clothing that is easy to move in. If you have incisions, clothes that can reveal the incision are recommended.

What should I expect at my first visit?

Arrive about 30 minutes prior to your appointment for paperwork (10 minutes if you have your paperwork already filled out). Your physical therapist will review your paperwork before meeting you.

At the beginning of the visit, you will have the opportunity to tell your physical therapist about your condition. In return, you physical therapist may ask you questions about your pain, activities, work tasks, medical history, and your goals and expectations. This is a chance to get the big picture of how your condition is affecting your life.

After talking with you, your physical therapist will perform tests to get more information about you and your condition. These tests may include range of motion, strength, gait assessment, and assessments of functional movements to help personalize your treatments specifically to you. Your physical therapist will inform you of their findings and work with you to develop a plan for treatment.

After the examination, you will do a trial treatment with your physical therapist. Your physical therapist may teach you pain management techniques, exercises, or provide education on other things you can do to help your condition. Oftentimes, this will include a home exercise program.

Your treatment works best when it is a collaboration between you and your physical therapist. Let them know your thoughts!

How often will I come to physical therapy?

You and your physical therapist will discuss visit frequency at your evaluation. Most of our patients come 2-3 visits per week for 4-6 weeks.

What will my physical therapy treatments cost?

Each insurance plan has it’s own associated copay and coinsurance. A copay is a set amount of money that is due from you on each visit. A coinsurance payment is a percentage of covered services due from you on each visit. Your insurance policy determines which and how much will be due. Our office can run your insurance benefits and let you know up front how much your payments will be per visit.

Copays not currently in your budget? Don’t put off your treatments! We can create a payment plan that works for you so you can get the care that you need.