We accept most major health insurance plans including but not limited to:
If you are unsure whether your insurance is accepted, our team is happy to verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Many people with Medicare delay physical therapy because they aren’t sure what is covered or how to start. At Epic Physical Therapy, we make the process simple. Many of our Medicare patients from Highlands Ranch and Littleton come to us after noticing balance changes during daily walks or while navigating stairs at home. Our team helps patients use their Medicare benefits to recover from injury, improve balance, reduce pain, and stay independent.
Common Reasons Medicare Patients Come to Epic PT:
Physical therapy helps patients reduce pain, improve strength, restore mobility, and maintain independence.
Yes. Yes. Medicare patients will need a referral or prescription from their medical provider before beginning physical therapy. If you have seen your provider within the last 30 days, our team can often coordinate the referral directly with their office so you can begin care quickly. If you already have a referral from your doctor, you can schedule right away. Once the referral is received, same-week evaluations are often available.
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Common Questions About Medicare and Physical Therapy in Denver
Yes. Medicare Part B covers outpatient physical therapy when it is considered medically necessary. This means therapy is being used to treat an injury, surgery recovery, balance issue, or condition that affects your ability to move safely and perform daily activities.
Physical therapy is commonly covered for conditions like back pain, joint replacement recovery, balance problems, arthritis, shoulder injuries, and mobility limitations.
At Epic Physical Therapy, our team works with many Medicare patients and helps verify your benefits before your first visit so you know what to expect.
Yes. Medicare patients will need a referral or prescription from their medical provider before beginning physical therapy. If you have seen your provider within the last 30 days, our team can often coordinate the referral directly with their office so you can begin care quickly.
Most patients with Medicare Part B pay:
• The annual Medicare deductible (if it hasn’t been met yet)
• About 20% of the Medicare-approved cost for therapy visits
Many people also carry a Medicare supplemental or secondary insurance plan, which may cover part or all of that 20%.
Our front desk team verifies benefits before your first appointment so you understand your expected cost ahead of time.
Medicare does not set a strict visit limit for physical therapy. Instead, coverage is based on medical necessity.
Your physical therapist will evaluate your condition, create a plan of care, and document your progress to ensure treatment continues as long as it is helping improve your mobility, strength, or function.
Medicare often covers physical therapy for conditions that affect mobility, balance, or daily function.
Some of the most common reasons Medicare patients come to Epic PT include:
• Knee, hip, or shoulder replacement recovery
• Back and neck pain
• Balance problems and fall prevention
• Arthritis and joint stiffness
• Shoulder injuries like rotator cuff pain
• Foot and ankle injuries
• Strength and mobility after illness or hospitalization
If a condition makes it harder to walk, move comfortably, or stay active, physical therapy is often recommended.
Yes. Medicare frequently covers physical therapy designed to improve balance, strength, and walking stability.
Many patients seek therapy after noticing changes in balance, experiencing dizziness, or feeling less confident walking on uneven ground or stairs.
Balance therapy can help reduce fall risk and improve confidence with everyday movement.
Absolutely. Many Medicare patients use physical therapy to treat pain or mobility problems before considering surgery.
Physical therapy can often help improve strength, flexibility, and movement patterns, which may reduce pain and help patients stay active without more invasive treatment.
At Epic Physical Therapy, we understand that pain and injuries shouldn’t have to wait weeks for care.
We offer same-week evaluations at our South Denver locations whenever possible so patients can begin treatment quickly and start feeling better sooner.
Epic PT works with many major insurance providers, including but not limited to:
• Medicare
• Kaiser
• Medicaid
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• United Healthcare
• Cigna
If you’re unsure about your coverage, our team is happy to help check your benefits before your first visit.
Epic Physical Therapy focuses on helping people move better and return to the activities they enjoy. Our team has strong orthopedic expertise and works with patients experiencing joint pain, muscle injuries, and mobility limitations. We also provide specialized balance and fall prevention programs to help patients stay safe and independent. For those recovering from surgery, our post-surgical rehabilitation programs are designed to restore strength, improve mobility, and support a smooth recovery so you can get back to daily life with confidence.
We work with Medicaid providers throughout:
Our goal is to make the process as easy as possible so you can focus on getting back to moving and feeling better.
Yes. Patients covered by Medicaid will need a referral from their established healthcare provider before starting physical therapy. If you have seen your provider within the last 30 days, our team at Epic Physical Therapy can often help coordinate the referral with their office so you can start care quickly. Once the referral is received, same-week evaluations are often available.
Kaiser patients commonly choose Epic physical therapy for conditions such as:
In many cases, a referral is not required. Our team simply needs your Kaiser subscriber ID number to verify eligibility and schedule your physical therapy evaluation.
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