Here are the answers to some of the questions you may have:
Q: How do I know if my child needs physical therapy?
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-If you have concerns about your child's developmental milestones, functional abilities or social skills, ask your child's pediatrician. Your pediatrician can order a "PHYSICAL THERAPY EVALUATION" … It is better to get it checked out as early as possible.
Q: How do I know if my child needs an evaluation?
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-An written Physical Therapy Evaluation is required, typically by insurance companies to determine coverage, or physicians who are requesting the assessment. Privately funded assessments, do not require pre-authorization.
Q: How do I initiate a visit?
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- Contact Beth via phone or email to schedule an evaluation
- Complete forms
- Get a prescription from your pediatrician if needed, and provide a copy for your chart
- Get insurance authorization if needed
Q: How do I know if my medical insurance will cover physical therapy?
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By calling the phone number on your insurance card, they should be able to provide you with your physical therapy benefits. Good questions to ask are:
- Do I need a prescription?
- How many visits are covered per year?
- Is a physician's order required?
This is your information and since I do not bill insurance companies, please ask if you are unsure of your coverage.
I am typically considered an "out of network provider".
Q: Are there any funding sources available through the state of California?
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Yes you can contact the following agencies for more information:
- Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC)
- California Children's Services (CCS)
- School District
Q: How should I prepare for the first visit?
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If possible have a blanket and favorite toys available. Prepare an area that you would like the treatment session to take place, if there are distractions (ie: siblings, TV, phone conversations) your child might not get the full benefit of the session. If it siblings must be present, it typically helps to prepare an activity for them as well.
Q: What are the fees for In-Home Physical Therapy?
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The fee for a treatment session is between $150 and $180, for 60 minutes of Physical Therapy. Physical Therapy evaluations are more complex and can cost between$250 - $350.
Q: What form of payment is accepted?
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Check, cash and all major credit cards are accepted.
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