Q: Do You accept my Health Insurance? Richmond Physical Therapy Rehabilitation accepts most major health insurance plans. You can view our current list of accepted insurers here.
Q: Do I need a doctor’s referral to start PT? A: This depends on your insurance company. New York State is a Direct Access state. The law states you can be treated for PT for up to 10 visits in 30 days without a doctor’s prescription/referral. When the 10 visits or 30 days is up (whichever comes first) You will need a doctor’s prescription/referral. If you have Fidelis, Medicare, No Fault or Workers Compensation You will need a prescription/referral from day one.
Q: What do I have to wear? Loose, stretchy clothing. Shorts, leggings, athletic pants, T-shirt, tank top. Depending on what body part is being treated, attempt to make it easily accessible to the physical therapist. Wear clothes that won’t be too tight and allow your muscles to stretch and contract. Many people like to wear something that they bring home and throw in the wash. They change into something different after the session. Sneakers or athletic shoes are good to wear. If ladies are wearing skirts it is good to wear flexible shorts underneath.
Q: How do I find the best physical therapist for my specific condition At Richmond Physical Therapy Rehabilitation, You are treated by one of the two owners. This is a huge distinction from most practices. Each visit you are treated by a licensed physical therapist with over 30 years of experience! Current trends are to higher physical therapy assistants and young graduates that are inexperienced. When you see us, you will feel you are in good hands from the beginning.
Q: What does a typical session consist of? A: After the initial Evaluation, a typical session of physical therapy lasts approximately 40-60 minutes. Most patients are set up on modalities which usually consists of moist heat or ice with electric stimulation, ultrasound, Manual therapy: massage, stretching, joint mobilizations, postural corrections, therex instruction, postural education, gait training followed by exercise
Q: Will I have to pay anything when I come in? A: Richmond Physical Therapy Rehabilitation accepts most major health insurance plans. Whether your visit is paid in full by the insurance company depends on your specific plan. Your insurance company/plan sets the parameters of your copay, co-insurance, deductible and maximum out of pocket expense. If you call us at (718) 351-0030 we are happy to verify your coverage and walk you through the specifics of your plan.
Q: What is the difference between a copayment and a coinsurance A: A copayment is a fixed dollar amount you pay for each visit. A Coinsurance is a percentage of the total cost of your visit paid that you are responsible for. You are responsible for both copayment and coinsurance after our deductible is met.
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