Q:
Why should I choose Capitol PT to be my physical therapy provider?
A: Capitol PT is a private practice. As a result, our services
must be superior to our competitors. We build our reputation through every
client and patient we serve. We staff experts in the field of physical therapy
who have the freedom to dictate the frequency and duration of care appropriate
to your individual needs. On most occasions, we are able to begin your physical therapy treatments
on the same day or within 24 hours from the time you call our office.
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Q: What is physical therapy,
and how can it help me?
A: Physical therapy is a field of science that assists
patients in recovering from injuries or movement impairments. At Capitol
PT, we work with patients who suffer from many conditions, including:
• Body injuries of the neck, shoulder, back, hip, knee, ankle, foot, and
more
• Post-surgical conditions
• Balance impairments
• Muscle weakness
Physical therapists use non-invasive treatments such as exercise and manual
therapy to reduce pain and restore mobility. These treatments are based on
evidence proven in medical literature.
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Q: How
are your physical therapists trained?
A: Physical therapists are required by law to graduate
from an accredited Physical Therapy program. Physical therapists
study at the graduate level, after completing undergraduate study
in the basic sciences. Today, a physical therapist is required to
have at least a Master’s
or Clinical Doctorate degree to enter the physical therapy workforce.
Capitol PT requires our physical therapists to complete graduate
level Physical Therapy programs and pass the Wisconsin State Licensing
Board Exam.
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Q: Do
I need a prescription for therapy, or can I just schedule an appointment?
A: In Wisconsin, you are not required to have a written
prescription to be evaluated by a Physical Therapist. Many insurance companies,
though, require a written prescription for reimbursement of services. Wisconsin is a Direct Access state for physical therapists and we can assist you in obtaining an order for PT from your primary care provider if necessary for insurance coverage. The
staff at Capitol PT is trained to answer your questions according to your
particular insurance.
Prescriptions may be from one of the following types of physicians:
- MD – Medical
Doctor of all specialties
- DO – Doctor
of Osteopathic Medicine
- DPM – Doctor of Podiatric
Medicine
- DDS - Dentist, including Oral Surgeons
- DC – Doctor
of Chiropractic Medicine
- NP – Nurse Practitioner
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Q: How quickly can I schedule an appointment?
A: Capitol PT usually
offers same day appointments, or at least within 24 hours of referral.
Our clinic offers early morning and early evening hours to accommodate
our patients.
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Q: Will
my insurance cover physical therapy?
A: Capitol PT is a participating provider for most insurance
plans in Wisconsin. After you schedule your first appointment, Capitol PT
verifies your physical therapy benefits. We work with you to answer your
questions regarding your benefit coverage.
For more information, please contact your insurance provider or Capitol PT.
Our office assistant will be happy to discuss your insurance plan and coverage
with you.
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Q:
What should I expect during my first visit?
A: We ask that all new patients arrive 15 minutes early
for their initial appointment to allow adequate time to complete the necessary
forms and Privacy Act paperwork (Online forms available). Your physical
therapist will review the information provided by your referring physician
and examine your medical history. Based on this information, your therapist
will perform the appropriate physical therapy examination, develop an individualized
treatment plan, and begin interventions.
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Q: How
long will my appointment take?
A: Your initial visit will take from 1 to 1.5
hours, because of the time spent completing paperwork. All other
scheduled appointments typically last 45 minutes to an hour, depending
on the involvement and severity of your impairment.
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Q: What should I wear to
my appointment?
A: We ask all of our patients to dress in comfortable, loose-fitting
clothing for all of their physical therapy appointments. We use gowns to provide
necessary coverage of shoulders, neck, and back during treatments that
expose these areas. We offer treatment rooms for privacy to change.
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Q: Will you communicate with my physician?
A: Capitol PT takes pride in its relationships with referring
physicians. Our therapists communicate with your physician about changes in treatment
plans and follow-up appointments with the physician, or when discovering unforeseen
issues related to treatment. Our referring physicians appreciate and often comment
on our excellent communication with regards to their patients.
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