Next class session begins February 6th, 2012

Physical Therapy FAQ

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Can I be seen without a physician's referral? (TOP)
No, the state of Michigan requires all patients have a referral from a doctor to be treated by a physical therapist.

 

How long is my prescription valid?(TOP)
Prescriptions are usually written for 4-6 weeks by your physician.  Please make sure your script dates coincide with your treatment.

 

How is my prescription renewed if I need additional PT appointments? (TOP)
We re-evaluate your progress every 25-30 days.  If you are making progress towards the set goals we send a note to your physician to request additional physical therapy.  If your Therapist and Doctor agree you need another 30 days, the physician will write a renewed script that covers that time period.

 

How long are physical therapy appointments? (TOP)
The evaluation and all appointments are 40 minutes. 

 

How long will I need to be in physical therapy? (TOP)
The length of treatment is highly individualized, and depends on the specific diagnosis of each patient.

 

What do I need to bring to my 1st appointment? (TOP)
Your insurance card(s), driver's license or identification card and referral.   If you are covered by workers' comp, bring your claim number and your case managers contact information.  If you are covered by auto insurance, bring this information. Make sure you come 10 minutes early to fill out paperwork!

 

What should I wear? (TOP)
Most patients are comfortable in clothing that allows for full range of movement, such as workout gear. 

 

Do you bill insurance for physical therapy? (TOP)
Mindful Movement participates with many insurance companies, including but not limited to, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare, Aetna,  McLaren, United Health, Cofinity, etc.  Each patient is responsible for his or her co-payment and/or deductible at the time of service, and we take care of the rest! Make sure to call your insurance company to fully understand your physical therapy benefits before scheduling.

 

How does the billing process work? (TOP)
When you are seen for treatment the physical therapist records Common Procedure Terminology (CPT) codes used during the appointment.  Those codes are given to our billing office where they transfer the codes to a billing form that is sent to the payer (insurance company, workers' comp, auto, etc).  The payer processes this information and makes payments according to an agreed upon fee schedule.  An Explanation of Benefits (EOB) is generated and sent to he patient and the physical therapy clinic with a check for payment and a balance due by the patient.  The patient is expected to make the payment on the balance, if any.

** Note that there are many small steps beyond the outline provided within the billing process.  At any time along the way, information may be missing, miscommunicated, or misunderstood.  This can delay the payment process.  While it is common for the payment process to be completed in 60 days or less, it is not uncommon for the physical therapy clinic to receive payment as long as six months after the treatment date.

 

 Once my insurance pays, how much do I owe? (TOP)

Your costs will depend on your insurance policy's deductible and co pays.  We encourage you to call and verify your insurance coverage to avoid any possible discrepancies.

 

What are my options after physical therapy? (TOP)

Mindful Movement views rehabilitation as a "dynamic service" that doesn't end with the end of physical therapy visits.  We offer cost comparable post-rehabilitation options that include private sessions and rehab classes. Private sessions take the knowledge you have gained during your physical therapy to begin integrating the rest of the body.  Classes continue on private sessions in a small group atmosphere so that patient can take more control over their recovery and develop good movement patterns.