Tired of Waiting On Referrals To See A Chiropractor or Physical Therapist?
Imagine waking up with back discomfort that worsens during the day. When you phone your doctor’s office, you are informed that the next available appointment is three days away! Oh no…that means you’ll be in pain for at least another three days.
If only there was a speedier method to get in touch with someone who could help!
There is, and you have come to the right place! Every state has passed legislation that allows physical therapists to assess and treat patients without the need for a physician’s recommendation.
Direct Access makes health care more efficient and effective, allowing you to focus on your chiropractic and physical therapy recovery! You will feel considerably better if you see our chiropractor or a physical therapist as soon as possible!
Direct Access also helps you save money and get back to your regular schedule faster. Direct Access is all about having the freedom to make your own decisions without being bound by rules. It allows you to be in charge of your medical treatment.
Direct access myths
Many people believe that Direct Access refers to outpatient chiropractic and physical therapy; however, it also relates to treatment in pediatric facilities, private home care, school districts, hospitals, and sports fields. Direct Access is much more common than the general public realizes.
Another popular misconception is that Direct Access is not available in all states. In some form, Direct Access is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. While the program continues to have some limitations, the foundation was laid, and regulations will be revised in the future to ensure that you receive the care you need when you want it.
All about direct access laws and health insurance
Although the health insurance sector is continually changing, Direct Access covers a wide range of private health insurance carriers.
If the chiropractor or a physical therapist creates a treatment plan for the patient, Medicare will cover the cost of the service. Keep in mind that the chiropractor or physical therapist must have the plan of care reviewed and signed off on by a registered doctor before starting treatment.
There are numerous advantages to having direct access to chiropractic and physical therapy. Examples include, but are not limited to:
- Patients reported a higher level of satisfaction when they received chiropractic and physical therapy through Direct Access versus physician referral.
- Patients receiving chiropractic and physical therapy through direct access versus referral had better outcomes at discharge.
Request an appointment at Active Spine & Sport Therapy today
Direct Access is changing access to healthcare. If you or someone you love would like to learn more about Direct Access to chiropractic and physical therapy or how chiropractic and physical therapy can combat chronic pain of any sort, schedule an appointment with a Chandler, AZ physical therapist.