Choosing a pizza place isn’t quite the same as choosing a physical therapist…
Choosing a doctor doesn’t exactly work the same way as choosing a pizza joint when the craving for a meat lovers hits you. Not only do you need to find someone that’s in-network, but you also want a doctor who’s trusted, reliable and can take the best care of you in the shortest amount of time. Physical therapy in the Northland can seem a bit like choosing a pizza place – there are offices all across North Kansas City that offer physical therapy services. But, not all of them offer the same treatments or run their clinics in similar ways. If you don’t know who to call – here’s a guide to help you find the best physical therapist for you.
1. Find an in-network physical therapist.
First things first – insurance is important. If you have a health plan, make sure to look for in-network physical therapists that accept your coverage so that you can expect to pay less and have more covered for your physical therapy visit. Bio-Dynamix Physical Therapy accepts all major commercial insurance plans (like Blue Cross Blue Shield of KC, Humana, United Healthcare, Aetna, Coventry, among others). Are you 65 or older? We also accept Medicare coverage.
2. Find a physical therapist committed to continuing education.
When looking for a PT, don’t feel bad about asking or inquiring about the training your therapist receives. Physical therapy is a dynamic field that continues to change as new treatments and methodologies are discovered. Make sure you find a therapist who’s committed to not only learning the most up-to-date treatment protocols, but implements them into patient therapies.
3. Determine the kind of therapist you need … and how much time you have.
Some physical therapy clinics in North Kansas City are busy. There are many patients in the clinic at one time, and therapists leave their patient to go work with another patient, not giving them their full attention. This type of therapy suits some, but it’s not for everyone. Other clinics, like Bio-Dynamix Physical Therapy in Liberty, MO, only treat one patient at a time. The schedule is set so that Dr. Mandacina only sees one patient in each appointment block. Determine if you want a busy clinic or individualized care when it comes to your physical therapy.
4. Make sure the physical therapist follows up with your doctors
Last, make sure your physical therapist has good follow-up with your doctors and ensures reports on your therapy will be sent promptly. There’s nothing worse than having a follow-up with your surgeon or referring physician only to find the PT didn’t update him or her on your progress.
Need a physical therapist in the Northland?
Of course, you’ll want to make sure the doctor is licensed and has an ethical practice before you trust him or her with your treatment – but our Northland medical community is very reputable and there are many great PTs out there. If you’d like to have your doctor refer you to Bio-Dynamix Physical Therapy, just have them fax your orders to (816) 256-2154. Questions? Contact us quickly through our Facebook or Twitter page!
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