Do I need a referral or a prescription for physical therapy?

Direct Access is your ability to seek physical therapy services from a licensed physical therapist as you feel necessary without a referral from your physician.

Arizona is a direct access state allowing you to choose your physical therapy provider, and initiate physical therapy services independently without being evaluated or referred directly from your physician.

The majority of insurance carriers and PPO’s will reimburse for physical therapy services under direct access. However, some insurance carriers and HMO’s may require a physician’s referral/prescription for reimbursement of physical therapy services.

At Harper Physical Therapy, our friendly office staff will be happy to verify your specific insurance benefits and assist you with obtaining physician referrals if necessary.

If you are concerned or have questions regarding your insurance benefits please do not hesitate to call our office at 623-742-7338 and let our friendly staff assist you.