Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take insurance?
No. And here’s why: personalized and timely care on your terms means that we get to partner together to develop a treatment plan that is right for you. Your care is not dictated by authorizations, visit limits, utilization reviewers, or corporations. Sessions are never rushed and I guarantee the attention that your injury deserves.
What form of payment do you accept?
I accept cash, check, credit card, or Venmo. As a qualified health care provider, I also accept Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA) payments. Superbills (which are provided upon request) can be submitted to insurance as out of network for reimbursement.
Do I need a referral?
No. In Colorado you can see a physical therapist without a referral from a physician.
What does on-demand access to care mean?
It means you have my phone number and you can reach out to me any time with questions or concerns. I will make myself available when you need to be seen (within reason, because you know, I have a family!) Some people need physical therapy for a short season, and others benefit from a lifetime of partnering with a physical therapist. I want to be part of your journey to become the healthiest and happiest version of yourself!
Do I have to be injured to need physical therapy?
No! You don’t even have to be in pain. Many people benefit from physical therapy, but there are often restrictions placed by insurance companies on wellness, injury prevention, movement education, and performance training. Physical therapy is for anyone who wants to move better, feel better, perform better, and live an active lifestyle.
What is the process to obtain imaging if I’m injured?
Physical therapists can order X-ray and MRI in Colorado. For example: during gymnastics practice, you fell on your dismount and twisted your ankle. You can schedule an appointment with me and I can evaluate your ankle to determine if you need an X-ray to rule out a fracture. Then, I can refer you to an orthopedic surgeon if necessary. You can quickly receive a diagnosis and be on your way to recovery faster than if you were to go another route of care!
What is Trigger Point Dry Needling?
Trigger point dry needling is a skilled physical therapy technique where a thin needle is inserted into a specific point within a muscle called a “trigger point” to stimulate the tissue and alleviate pain associated with muscle tension and dysfunction. Dry needling is not acupuncture. Acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese medicine and can only be performed by acupuncturists. Dry needling is modern Western medicine and is supported by evidence-based research. Physical therapists who perform dry needling obtain additional specific education and training. Source: American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
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