Direct access to occupational therapy means patients can be evaluated and treated by a licensed occupational therapist without needing a health care provider’s referral.

 

 

Direct access allows you to choose to see an occupational therapist when you feel you need to seek treatment without a referral from your medical provider.

 

Direct access gives you the power to decide if you need occupational therapy.

 

Direct Access is sometimes referred to as self-referral.  Insurance companies will not cover services through direct access.  Self Pay rates apply.

 

Benefits of Direct Access

There are several benefits to direct access including, but not limited to:

• No waiting for a referral from your medical provider.

• Quicker access to evaluation and treatment.

• Coordination of care with other health professionals.

• More control over your own treatment choices.

• Use of alternative pain approaches/decreased use of opioids.

• Improved outcomes/quicker results.

• Improved patient satisfaction.

• Health care is made more accessible to more people.