Frequently Asked Questions
Typically, a medical doctor will prescribe occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech-language pathology services. Exceptions include:
- Early intervention or school therapy services, which may be referred by a teacher, therapist, or parent.
- In states that allow direct access physical therapy, no prescription is required. Find out if your state requires a prescription for physical therapy services here.
A medical doctor will determine the necessary therapy service(s) and provide a prescription.
A medical doctor and/or medical team will determine what setting is most appropriate for the patient’s personal needs. This may also include a rehabilitation team if transitioning from an acute/inpatient care setting.
A medical doctor may recommend the specific treatment approaches and modalities appropriate for the patient’s physical and/or cognitive needs.
- Early intervention or school therapy services, which may be referred by a teacher, therapist, or parent.
- In states that allow direct access physical therapy, no prescription is required. Find out if your state requires a prescription for physical therapy services here.
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A medical doctor will determine the necessary therapy service(s) and provide a prescription.
A medical doctor may recommend the specific treatment approaches and modalities appropriate for the patient’s physical and/or cognitive needs.
- Early intervention or school therapy services, which may be referred by a teacher, therapist, or parent.
- In states that allow direct access physical therapy, no prescription is required. Find out if your state requires a prescription for physical therapy services here.
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rehabilitation team if transitioning from an acute/inpatient care setting.
A medical doctor may recommend the specific treatment approaches and modalities appropriate for the patient’s physical and/or cognitive needs.