FAQs
How is your clinic different than others?
Our keys to success are: listening intently, validating concerns, treating the entire person - not just a part of the body, excelling at a differential diagnosis, referring to and working with the best healthcare professionals when appropriate, and providing a comprehensive, evidence-based, individualized, hands-on approach to treatment.
What is physical therapy?
Physical therapy is
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Do I need a physician’s referral for physical therapy?
Physical therapist’s practice as direct-access providers and therefore a physician’s referral is not required. However, some insurance plans require a physician referral for payment such as Medicare. Contact your insurance company or our office to determine if a referral is required.
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Can I choose to go to any physical therapist?
Yes, as a patient you have the right to receive physical therapy at any physical therapy clinic. Physical Therapy Doctors provides excellence in physical therapy services and takes pride in providing a positive work, and workout environment with knowledgeable and friendly staff.
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What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept United Healthcare, Humana, Medicare and Medicare Replacement plans, Tri-Care, Workers Compensation, Liberty Health, and other private plans. Insurance plans vary between carriers. As a courtesy, our staff will verify coverage prior to any treatment, however, we recommend you verify your physical therapy benefits as well.
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Are you able to order my imaging (x-ray, ct scan, MRI)?
Yes, Doctors of Physical Therapy in Colorado have been able to order diagnostic imaging such as x-rays, CT scans, and MRIs since 2014. “Physical therapists have been found to be as diagnostically accurate as orthopedic surgeons and more diagnostically accurate than non-orthopedic providers.”https://www.jospt.org/doi/pdf/10.2519/jospt.2011.3556
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What do I wear?
Wear comfortable clothes - loose fitting clothes and sneakers - that will allow your therapist to evaluate and examine your problem areas.
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Is the gym membership free while attending PT?
Yes, a Berthoud Athletic Club membership is provided free of charge to you while you’re working with one of our physical therapists!
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Is cash accepted if I don’t have insurance or you’re if my insurance is out of network?
Yes, we offer a very competitive cash rate, accept payment through health savings plans, and will bill your insurance as an out-of-network provider.
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Will you accept payment from my Health Savings Account?
Yes, we are able to accept payments from your Health Savings Account (HSA)!
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How long are physical therapy appointments?
Plan on spending up to 30-60 minutes for each treatment session and an additional 10 minutes for a first-time appointment to fill out paperwork.
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Will physical therapy hurt?
Physical Therapy is meant to relieve pain, not cause pain! Physical Therapy Doctors staff is known for their light touch and gentle approach to pain-relieving techniques. Temporary soreness may be experienced after recovering from surgery or when using muscles that are weak and de-conditioned. Our goal is to alleviate your pain and we look forward to doing so!
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