Physical therapy Information

Your first therapy visit will be about an hour. You will meet with your therapist and a treatment plan will be established so that you may meet your physical or occupational therapy goals. Each of your following appointments will be between 30--45 minutes. Your doctor and therapist will determine how many times a week you will need to attend therapy. You should arrive 20 minutes early so that the front office staff can organize your paperwork and make the necessary copies of your insurance cards.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING:

· Insurance card/s

· Driver’s License

· Prescription from your physician for therapy services

· Paperwork packet (download and print the forms from our site)

Download your forms here

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO WEAR:

· Loose, comfortable clothing

· Bring or wear appropriate shoes for exercising (if applicable)

PAYMENT:

· Payment is due at the time of each service

· The front office staff will advise you of your financial responsibility on your first visit, if not before

· We accept cash, checks, debit cards, VISA, MASTERCARD, and DISCOVER

DO WE ACCEPT MEDICARE

Yes, we are a Medicare provider. Medicare covers 80% of physical and occupational therapy services. The remaining 20% is the patient's responsibility unless you have a supplemental insurance. As a courtesy we bill all secondary insurances. Currently there is a Medicare cap in place for outpatient therapy services.

DO WE ACCEPT PRIVATE INSURANCE?

We will accept any insurance and bill as a courtesy to our patients. We participate with most health insurance plans; however it is very important to call for benefits prior to attending therapy to ensure that services will be covered. We will call to verify your benefits for you.

HOW DO I KNOW WHAT MY INSURANCE WILL COVER?

As a courtesy to our patients we will call to verify your benefits for therapy services. Please remember that a verification of benefits IS NOT a guarantee of payment. We are often quoted incorrect information and can only relay what we are told by your insurance company. It is always a good idea for you to call to verify this information.

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION OR REFERRAL FROM MY DOCTOR?

All Medicare patients require a prescription for therapy services. Prescriptions are valid for 30 days following the date of the script. Private insurance companies may or may not require that you obtain a prescription. Some require a direct referral from your primary care physician (PCP). In all cases, it is important to call to verify this information with your insurance prior to starting treatment.

IS IT MANDATORY THAT I OBTAIN A PRESCRIPTION FOR THERAPY SERVICES?

Florida is a DIRECT ACCESS state and a patient can obtain services without a prescription from a physician. DIRECT ACCESS allows us to treat you for 30 consecutive days without a referral or prescription from a physician. After 30 days you will be required to obtain a prescription from a licensed Florida physician in order to continue treatment. This is a Florida State Law and surpasses all insurance requirements.

CAN I USE A PRESCRIPTION FROM A NON-FLORIDA PHYSICIAN?

Yes, you may use a prescription from a MD who is not licensed in the state of Florida. However, the State of Florida requires you obtain a prescription from a licensed Florida physician after the 30th consecutive day of treatment. This is a state law and surpasses all insurance requirements.

WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A FLORIDA PHYSICIAN?

It is always a good idea to establish yourself with a Florida Physician if you are a part-time resident. However, if you do not have a physician in Florida we will be happy to provide you with some referrals.