Regional Physical Therapy's Monthly Newsletter
HELP SAVE YOU MONEY How Physical Therapy Can
Feel Better
If you are in need of physical therapy treatments but you are hesitant about the cost/insurance coverage, we would like to put your mind at ease. In fact, physical therapy can actually help you save money in the long run. At Regional Physical Therapy, we want to make sure that you are paying as little as possible for the care you need. We are more than happy to discuss any insurance or payment questions you may have. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and discuss what payment will look like with your treatments. Don’t hesitate on finding relief simply because of cost uncertainty – we are here to help you every step along the way. HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP ME? Physical therapists are part health care professionals and part teachers. Highly trained in human anatomy and physiology, physical therapists use a variety of techniques to diagnose movement and function problems, prescribe therapy and teach a person how to continue improving and avoid injury long after they leave the office. Physical therapy is often prescribed after an injury or surgery, but it can also be an important part of the treatment plan for neurologic disorders, disabilities, cardiac conditions, pulmonary problems, and developmental disorders. One of the best ways that physical therapy can help you save money is by helping you avoid surgery. It is no secret that surgeries are expensive. By seeking out physical therapy treatments in the beginning, you’ll save an incredible amount of money. Surgeries are pricey and physical therapy is far cheaper! It has been proven that physical therapy can be just as effective, if not more so, than surgery. For some specific conditions, patients who received physical therapy alone were seen to have achieved the same results as those who received surgery in tandem with physical therapy.
THESE CONDITIONS WERE: • Meniscal tears • Rotator cuff tears • Osteoarthritis • Spinal stenosis • Degenerative disc disease
Physical therapists are adept at diagnosing the root problem of a person’s functional problem. Rather than looking at the symptoms (pain, discomfort, stiffness), these professionals look at what is causing the symptoms. As a result, physical therapists perform the right type, frequency, and duration of therapy, based on goals beyond the superficial symptom. For instance, someone who comes to a physical therapist with pain in their knee may begin therapy with goals to strengthen the muscles in their leg, reduce their weight, and improve their posture. In the long run, this is actually more effective than surgery, since it helps improve your overall health, rather than treating just one specific aspect of discomfort.
WE CAN HELP YOU UNDERSTAND EXACTLY HOW MUCH YOU WILL HAVE TO PAY!
Insurance terminology can be confusing. There have been several instances where our patients don’t understand their benefits because they simply don’t know what to ask their insurance providers. Below we’ve provided some definitions for some common terms that you can discuss with your insurance provider prior to scheduling an appointment: 1. WHAT IS A COPAY? A copayment, also referred to as a copay, is a fixed amount of money that a patient may have to pay prior to receiving a medical service. The amount of each patient’s copay is defined by their insurance company, and may vary depending on what plan you have. In some cases, copays may even be waived altogether by your insurance provider. To find out what your copay may be for physical therapy services, contact your insurance provider. We will also discuss copays with you before your first appointment. 2. WHAT IS A DEDUCTIBLE? A deductible is a fixed amount of money that an insured patient must pay out of pocket, before the insurance company will pay any medical expenses. Much like a copay, your deductible amount will be dependent upon your insurance company, as not all insurance providers follow the same guidelines. Your insurance company will be able to tell you exactly how much your deductible is. We will also discuss deductibles with you at your first appointment, to outline how much you may have to pay before your insurance provider picks up the cost. 3. WHAT IS COINSURANCE? Coinsurance refers to the amount of cost that you split between your insurance provider. For example, 80/20 is a common coinsurance, in which the insurance company will pay 80% of a medical cost and the patient will pay the remaining 20%. Again, each insurance company will have a different coinsurance policy, so it is important to discuss this with them beforehand to figure out what percentage of costs you will have to pay. We will also
discuss this with you at your first appointment to figure out how your percentage will play into the costs of our services. SAVE MONEY AND FIND RELIEF TODAY! At Regional Physical Therapy, we are more than happy to discuss any further monetary or insurance questions that you may have. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and discuss how we can help you save money on your treatments! Don’t hesitate on treatments simply because of money uncertainty – we are here to help you every step along the way.
If you would like to find relief, call us today! www.regionalpt.com
HEALTHY RECIPE: STUFFED MUSHROOMS • 15 mushrooms • 1 tbsp canola oil • 2 tbsp garlic, chopped • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped • 1 teaspoon kosher salt • 1 tsp black pepper • fresh parsley, chopped
• ¼ c italian breadcrumbs • ½ c shredded parmesan cheese
• ½ tbsp kosher salt • ½ tbsp black pepper
DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350° F (180°C). Cut the stems off of each of the mushrooms and finely chop them, setting the mushroom caps aside for later. Heat the oil in a pan over high heat. Cook the chopped stems with the garlic, salt, and pepper for about six to eight minutes, constantly stirring. Remove from heat. In a medium bowl, combine cooked stems, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, half of the parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper, mixing until evenly combined. Space out the mushroom caps evenly on a baking sheet, upside down. Spoon a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture on top of each mushroom. Top each mushroom with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Bake for 20 minutes. Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley, then serve! https://tasty.co/recipe/garlic-parmesan-stuffed-mushrooms
Patient Success Story
“When I started physical therapy my back hurt so much. It hurt to stand, it hurt to sit; walking and laying down was pretty painful. On my first day here, I got a massage and that hurt so badly and the exercises were pretty tough. After my second visit, I went back to work feeling really good. Today is my last visit and I feel 100% better. I have no pain at all. I will miss all back massages though. LOL.” — T.B. “ Today is my last visit and I feel 100% better. I have no pain at all .
CONTACT REGIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR AN APPOINTMENT BY CALLING TODAY!
We understand that you may be worried about your recovery period after surgery, and that’s why we’re here! Our therapists can support and guide you both before and after surgery to ensure that you have the smoothest return to your normal activities! Physical therapy is a safe, healthy, and effective way to prepare your body for surgery and help you recover after. If you have a surgical procedure on the books, contact our clinic today to set up an appointment with one of our skilled physical therapists!
WWW.REGIONALPT.COM
MIDWEST CITY 405.732.3353
OKLAHOMA CITY 405.692.5205
EDMOND 405.458.7727
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