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Physical Therapy FAQ
At Rapid Rehab International we take pride in making your experience a positive and efficient one from start to finish. We know that you have lots of questions regarding your physical therapy, and we want to make sure that your questions are answered prior to your first visit. The following list should answer most of the basics, but please feel free to contact us with any additional questions or assistance you may need.
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- How do I get started?
- What should I expect on my first visit?
- Will my insurance cover my physical therapy?
- What insurances do you accept?
- Do I need a prescription?
- What types of treatment do you perform?
- How often will I need to do physical therapy?
- What do I wear?
- How long is each session?
- Why choose Rapid Rehab for your physical therapy?
1. How do I get started?
To get started contact our studio to schedule an appointment at 310-312-0022.
2. What should I expect on my first visit?
Your first session consists of an evaluation with a licensed physical therapist. After a thorough examination, the physical therapist will design a treatment plan according to your needs and personal goals. Throughout your recovery process, you will be closely supervised by the physical therapist. Further sessions typically include a combination of exercise, massage, modalities, and a home exercise program.
3. Will my insurance cover my physical therapy?
Physical therapy is typically covered by most insurance companies. Either by calling or coming into the facility, we will do an insurance intake. Usually within 24 hours our insurance specialist will contact you with all of the details of your coverage. This will include the number of visits, as well as what your co-pay amount and/or deductible will be. We do offer special cash rates for those who are uninsured or choose not to use their insurance.
4. What insurances do you accept?
We accept all Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) insurances, Blue Shield, Health Net, and many more. We do not accept HMO insurance plans. Liens may be covered on a case by case basis. However, if you have been injured in a car accident, you may be eligible for coverage under your PPO or car insurance policy. If you find that we are not listed in your provider handbook, please contact us anyway. We will be happy to verify your eligibility.
5. How often will I need to do physical therapy?
2-3 times a week is usually recommended by most physicians.
6. Do I need a prescription?
Yes. In order to do physical therapy, you must have a doctor's prescription for physical therapy.
7. What do I wear?
You should wear comfortable workout clothes that are loose-fitting. The physical therapist will need to examine, touch, and treat the injured area. It is also necessary to wear some type of athletic shoes with socks.
8. What types of treatment do you perform?
We use Pilates-based rehabilitation, but we also combine traditional physical therapy as well. Based on your injury, we will customize a specific treatment plan. Your treatment may include soft tissue massage, deep tissue massage, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, iontophoresis, phonophoresis, traction, joint mobilization, heat or ice therapy, stretching, and Pilates/Yoga therapeutic exercises.
9. How long is each session?
Each visit is approximately one hour.
10. Why choose Rapid Rehab International for physical therapy?
Rapid Rehab has been in existence for almost 11 years. We are one of the leading referral sources for the UCLA Spine Institute, as well as a key resource for some of the leading orthopedic surgeons in the Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and West Los Angeles areas. Our excellent care and patient relationships have been a trademark of our success. As such, along with doctor referrals, many of our patients come to us by word-of-mouth.