Did you know that through Direct Access, you are able to see a physical therapist without a prescription in the state of New Jersey?
Since 2003, under the Public Laws of New Jersey, in most cases, a referral will not be required to start your Physical Therapy care.
Direct Access, which is also known as self-referral, gives patients the ability to be evaluated and treated by a physical therapist of their choice without the need for a referral or prescription from a doctor.
Physical therapists within the state of New Jersey are now recognized as a top choice when it comes to choosing a healthcare professional to manage musculoskeletal and movement disorders in all patient populations.
Any person in New Jersey is eligible to be seen directly by a physical therapist and most commercial insurance companies will cover these charges.
In most cases, Medicare patients may receive physical therapy services without seeing a physician or obtaining a referral first. However, once a therapist determines that therapy is necessary, then at that point the patient must be under the care of a physician or non-physician practitioner (NPP).
Worker’s Comp / No fault and MVA’s are not covered.
Direct Access Physical Therapy offers many benefits to patient
Studies conclude that accessing physical therapy treatment without a physician’s referral is safe, cost-effective, and provides faster delivery of health services. Studies also support physical therapists’ ability to accurately diagnose musculoskeletal problems as well as systemic illness based on a patient’s clinical presentation and past medical history. Benefits of Direct Access Physical Therapy:
