Client Referral Agreement For Physical Therapy In Virginia
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Physical therapists don't need a diagnosis to treat you.
Medicare patients may have their first physical therapy session without a physician's referral. However, once the physical therapist determines during the evaluation that the treatment is medically necessary, then the patient must get a referral from their physician.
You DO NOT need a referral from your doctor to see a physical therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Virginia Allows Modified Direct Access to Physical Therapy.
You DO NOT need a referral from your doctor to see a physical therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Referrals and Medical Provider Each medical provider has different policies on whether you need a referral from them. Blue Cross-Blue Shield and Aetna typically allow for direct access, however, each plan varies, so before booking an appointment with a clinic check to see if your plan requires a referral.
How do I write a script for physical therapy? Your referral only needs to include the patient's main complaint, e.g. “low back pain” and your name and credentials. The physical therapist will evaluate the patient and determine the classification, cause and appropriate treatment plan for the patient.
Each medical provider has different policies on whether you need a referral from them. Blue Cross-Blue Shield and Aetna typically allow for direct access, however, each plan varies, so before booking an appointment with a clinic check to see if your plan requires a referral.
Virginia fully implemented the requirements of the PT Compact and is currently issuing and accepting compact privileges.
