TELEHEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY

Is Covid-19 related social distancing and fear of infection stopping you from seeking the Physical Therapy care and exercises you need to be pain-free?

At Vital Physical Therapy, we are now equipped for Telehealth online consultations!

All you need is internet connection and a device with a camera- it’s that easy!

What is Telehealth Physical Therapy?

Telehealth is a way of seeking physical therapy via video/webcam using your laptop, desktop, smart tablet or phone

What are the benefits of Telehealth PT Session?

• Convenience (no travel time, PT session from the comfort of your home, flexibility in appointment time)
• Precaution (due to Covid-19) – maintain social distancing/decrease risk of exposure
• Quality and Continuity of care from home achieving the same goals as in the clinic
• Immediate access to healthcare
• Vital Physical therapy uses HIPPA compliant software to ensure privacy

Is Telehealth an option for me?

• We can treat all diagnosis ranging from aches and pains in the body, breathing difficulty/cough/excessive phlegm due to lung issues or reduced endurance following recovery from heart issues, poor balance causing fall risk, any problem with urinary incontinence or other pelvic floor dysfunction etc.
• Our expert licensed Physical Therapist will evaluate your condition via telehealth and discuss the appropriateness of telehealth PT sessions and the best plan for your recovery based on your current condition.
• In the state of California, you can seek direct access to physical therapy treatment for 45 days or 12 sessions, whichever comes first, without the need for a doctor’s prescription.
• In order to be treated via telehealth, you must be a resident of California or Michigan. At Vital Physical Therapy we are fortunate to have Physical Therapists within our team who have full practicing PT licenses in the state of California and in the state of Michigan.

Is Telehealth PT service covered by insurance?

• In light of COVID -19, most insurances including medicare are covering physical therapy services provided via telehealth.
• As a courtesy to our clients our billing manager will do a verification of your benefits and insurance coverage prior to your first session.
• Based on that information you will be informed of any financial responsibility.

What are my treatment options at Vital Physical Therapy?

• Telehealth PT session
• In clinic PT session using PPE
• Hybrid: For your convenience we can also offer a combination of both telehealth and in clinic visits to maximize treatments and reach your goal after mutual discussion.

How do I schedule a Telehealth PT session?

• You can call the office on 858 255 7976 to schedule an initial PT evaluation/treatment appointment.

What happens after I schedule a telehealth PT visit?

• Once scheduled for an initial PT evaluation or treatment session by calling the office on 858 255 7976…
• We will check your insurance coverage and let you know if you have any financial responsibility
• We will send you a link and confirm your telehealth appointment via email.
• On the day and time of your PT appointment, find the name of your therapist below and click “Enter The Waiting Room”
• On your scheduled appointment your therapist will be in the waiting room using HIPPA compliant software to begin treatment.

How do I prepare for the telehealth visit?

• Wear comfortable “work out” clothing so that we can examine the affected body region
• Try not to have too many people on the same network or streaming videos at the time of your telehealth session.
• Have any exercise equipment, like theraband,weights, ball, foam roller etc. that you may have at home in case the therapist choses to use those during your session.
• If you have a heart rate monitor (Fitbit etc), BP machine, oximeter to measure oxygen, or glucometer at home, then please keep it handy during your telehealth session.

If you have balance issues, make sure you are safe and close to a steady surface like a table or sink to hold on.