Physical Therapy: A Cost-Effective Solution for Your Pain
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Anders & Associates is excited to announce the opening of our brand-new clinic in Las Vegas! We’re now open and accepting patients!
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Navigating healthcare is no easy feat. Insurance complicates matters, meaning you have to research provider networks and other requirements. It’s often unclear what insurance covers and what it doesn’t, so you may wind up with an unexpected bill three months after your appointment. And that’s not even getting into the issue of medication access!
We get it. In fact, we’re just as frustrated as you are by the complexities of insurance companies. That’s why we want to make sure you know just how effective physical therapy can be at helping you reduce costs, particularly when it comes to pain management.
Consider the typical journey many people experience when trying to address pain:
- You injure yourself and make an appointment with your primary care physician, as your insurance requires referrals to see a specialist.
- They refer you to a specialist — who can’t see you for a month. In the meantime, you’re still suffering.
- The specialist prescribes expensive medication and suggests you may need surgery to repair the problem if it isn’t resolved.
- You’re still in pain!
At Anders and Associates Physical Therapy, we want to help you cut through the mess so you can feel better fast. If you’re struggling with musculoskeletal pain, you can skip most, if not all, of these steps by scheduling an appointment at our clinic first.
Furthermore, physical therapy is a cost-effective treatment option, so we can also help you save money in the long term.
Want more information? Our friendly staff will be happy to walk you through it!
Five Reasons Why Physical Therapy Can Save You Money
- We take the time to evaluate. Most physicians only spend a few moments on your examination. We’ll spend between 30 and 60 minutes assessing your strength, mobility, balance, and more, ensuring we have a complete picture of your condition to provide optimal treatment.
- We aim to treat the cause of your pain. Those in-depth assessments we love have another benefit: they help us know how to treat the cause of your pain rather than merely masking symptoms. We’ll pinpoint why you’re hurting so you can resolve the problem entirely — saving money in the long run.
- We offer preventative techniques. Many musculoskeletal injuries develop over time due to repetitive motions, awkward postures, or a sedentary lifestyle. If you don’t address those background causes, you’ll likely injure yourself again. In addition to resolving a current injury, we’ll provide personalized techniques for preventing new ones.
- We can help you avoid drug medications. Even setting aside potential side effects, pharmaceuticals are expensive! We offer drug-free pain management techniques such as manual therapy and therapeutic exercise that can provide both immediate and long-term relief.
- We can help you avoid surgery. Orthopedic surgery is expensive and scary. And while there are situations where it’s unavoidable, many others are not. In fact, physical therapy is a frontline treatment for conditions like arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and mild to moderate soft tissue injuries.
Physical Therapy and Health Insurance
There’s no denying physical therapy offers a wealth of benefits for those looking to save money. Unfortunately, health insurance adds another layer of complication. Insurance is generally complicated, and it doesn’t help that everyone’s plan is different.
Here are some common questions people have about physical therapy and health insurance. If yours isn’t answered, give us a call!
Do I need a doctor’s referral to access physical therapy?
It depends on your provider. You’ll need to check your documentation to know for sure. You can also skip the process by utilizing our cash-based services.
What are cash-based services?
Physical therapy services in which you pay cash without using health insurance. For many patients, cash-based physical therapy saves money in the long term, as we can provide more in-depth care and are not bound by insurance restrictions.
But you do take insurance if I need it, right?
Of course! You can see a complete list of providers on our website. Our staff is also happy to guide you on maximizing your health insurance based on your visit limits and a yearly deductible.
Don’t Let Healthcare Costs Get You Down
The team at Anders and Associates Physical Therapy wants to help you live a healthy, active lifestyle — no matter your budget. Call us today to learn more about what we can do for you.
Your Progress Matters To Us!
Return to Anders and Associates Physical Therapy and Let’s Continue Your Journey to Wellness Together. Schedule Your Appointment Now!
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Spring Asparagus Risotto
- 4 cups (1-inch) sliced asparagus (about 1 1/2 pounds), divided
- 3 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cups chopped onion (about 1 large)
- 2 cups uncooked Arborio or other medium-grain rice
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup (4 ounces) grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Place 1 cup asparagus and 1 cup broth in a blender; puree until smooth. Combine puree, remaining 2 cups broth, and 1 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan; bring to a simmer (do not boil). Keep warm over low heat. Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add onion to pan; cook 8 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in rice; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in wine; cook 2 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly. Add 1/2 cup broth mixture; cook 2 minutes or until the liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly. Add remaining puree mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 30 minutes total). Stir in remaining 3 cups asparagus; cook 2 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup cheese, cream, salt, and pepper. Transfer risotto to a bowl. Serve with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
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“Highly recommend Anders & Associates for all of your physical therapy needs! Owner, Joe, is beyond helpful.”
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Exercise of the Month
Plank Forearms & Feet
Lie on your stomach with your elbows bent. Your legs should be straight out behind you with your feet together. Raise your body with your forearms and toes. Create a nice straight line with your body from your head to your heels. Concentrate on tucking your pelvis to engage your abs, squeezing your glutes and quads to keep your legs straight, and squeezing your legs together as you hold. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat 3 times.
Insurance Terms Explained: A Quick Primer
One thing we do at Anders and Associates Physical Therapy is help you make the most of your health insurance plan. We know how confusing they can be and want to ensure you get the care you need (for as little money as possible).
We’ve found that many people struggle with common insurance terminology, so here’s a quick primer:
- Copay: Also known as a copayment, this refers to the amount of money you may have to pay before receiving a medical service (such as seeing a physician).
- Deductible: A deductible is a fixed amount of money you’ll need to pay out of pocket before insurance will cover your medical expenses. It generally resets each year.
- Coinsurance: Coinsurance refers to the cost you split between your insurance provider, often after you’ve met your deductible.
What These Terms Mean in Practice
Mary’s insurance plan has a deductible of $1500, 80/20 coinsurance, and a doctor’s copay of $10.
- Any time Mary visits her doctor, regardless of whether or not her deductible has been met, she pays $10.
- However, she has to pay for other services 100% out-of-pocket until the costs accrue to $1500.
- At that point, any additional services are split between Mary and her insurance: she pays 20% of costs, and they pay 80%.
- When the new year rolls over, Mary’s deductible resets.
We know it can be confusing. If you have any questions about how your insurance impacts your access to physical therapy, we’re here to help!
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