A thorough evaluation will let us design a program specific to your needs.
The initial appointment will typically last about an hour, and at the conclusion of the evaluation the therapist will discuss her findings with you and design an individualized treatment program for you. This program will be based on both your history and your examination, and it typically includes in-office exercises as well as techniques for a home exercise program. We are in-network with many insurance plans and will bill out-of-network insurances for you as well. If you are paying out of pocket for services you will be given a good faith estimate for the cost of sessions.
Insurance
We are in-network with many insurance companies including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Florida Blue, Medicare, Tricare and United Healthcare as well as other smaller insurance companies. We do take auto insurance claims where the policy PIP benefits have not been exhausted, and we do not accept LOPs.
Direct Access and physician referrals
The state of Florida is a Direct Access state which means that a referral is not necessary to initiate physical therapy. However, Direct Access is governed by a state statute that states if your condition requires care for longer than a 30 calendar day period, a physician’s referral will be required to continue your physical therapy care.
To read the full statute please visit: Florida Statutes – Chapter 486.021 (11) (a)
What to expect during your first appointment
You should wear comfortable clothing that allows for a complete assessment.
Depending on your symptoms, you should bring shorts or a short-sleeved shirt.
You should wear shoes that allow the therapist to assess the specific activities that are causing you difficulty.
You will discuss your history and symptoms with the physical therapist.
The therapist will perform a thorough evaluation of the affected area, as well as the surrounding areas of your body.
Activities can include walking, running, or functional activities like lifting a box.
“Jill helped me in transition from back surgery to finishing the Boston Marathon less than four months later. She is skilled, caring, and most importantly demonstrates confidence in you as a patient, the she will get you through recovery.”
New patient Paperwork
After your evaluation is scheduled you will receive an email with an invitation to complete your new patient paperwork digitally.
Keet Activate
In order to make your home exercise program more accessible we utilize an app called Keet Activate. Your physical therapist will be able to assign exercises to be viewed directly from your phone or tablet.
Please follow the appropriate link below to download the app. You will receive an email on the day of your evaluation to set up your patient account.