Direct Access
In August of 2013, the California Legislature passed a bill that will allow Direct Access for physical therapy services beginning January 1, 2014. What this means for the general public is that you no longer need to see a physician first to obtain a referral for PT services. Countless studies have shown that this law has several benefits:
(1) It allows
(2) It allows the consumer faster care.
(3) It speeds up the healing process.
Direct Access to Physical Therapy Services:
-Allows patients to directly access physical therapy treatments for 45 days or 12 visits
-Mandates that insurance must cover the physical therapy costs of direct access
Physical therapists are highly trained and educated medical professionals. If your problem is beyond the scope of physical therapy, your therapist will immediately advise you to see a physician.
Direct Access to Physical Therapy Services:
-Allows corporate employment of physical therapists which allows physicians to own the physical therapy practice. This is a conflict of interest. Thus, they have the potential for increased self-referral known as
-POPTS (Physician Owned Physical Therapy Services) have
POPTS is a profit generating mechanism for doctors. California is the only state in the union where POPTS are legal.
It is
-Offer the highest quality treatment plans
-See all clients in a timely manner
-Provide the best outcomes in the shortest period of time
-To return their patients to an active lifestyle
While you no longer need a physician referral to see a physical therapist, should you need a referral, we can recommend local, highly qualified physicians for you to contact.
To schedule an appointment
Call 909.399.3359