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Consultation & Home Exercise Plan
To any family looking at their options, consultation services provide families with an insight of what physical therapy can offer their family. Families are educated on the basics including: what physical therapy is; difference between typical PTs versus pediatric PTs; significance of in-home vs clinic appointments; insurance and payment options. The therapist also discusses the family's concerns and performs a general observation of the child. The family is provided with options to consider if physical therapy will be beneficial for the child or if the child may need to see another specialist. The family should feel confident leaving a consultation with all questions addressed and answered. If physical therapy is warranted, an evaluation will be scheduled. If you and the therapist are confident that you are able to care for your child's needs with an exercise plan, one will be developed at that time. Any needed referrals will be made after the consultation and/or evaluation.
Early Intervention Therapy
Early Iintervention (EI) Therapy is provided by the state of SC for children from birth up until the 3rd birthday who are referred for services through South Carolina's Early Intervention program, BabyNet. These children are at risk for developmental delay and are given a jump start to development. Families are incorporated fully into the evaluation process and treatment. Families are educated on how to best help their child learn and grow independently inside their home and in their community. Therapy is performed in the home, optimally, and daycare and playgrounds can be used if theat is werhe the child spends a significant amount of time. Families are provided with weekly activities to perform with the child. There is no cost to the family for these services. Families may contact SC BabyNet directly or ask their child's doctor for a referral to SC BabyNet.
Pediatric Physical Therapy
At First Hand PT, we provide one-on-one physical therapy services to children ages 3-16 who present with any level of functional impairment or participation restriction. Common ailments range from ongoing developmental delay, neurological disorders (CP, Down Syndrome, or other brain injuries affecting physical abilities), muscle disorders (joint sprains, muscle spasm), foot deformities, poor posture, and symptoms stemming from previous medical conditions. If your child has pain or movement issues that limit his or her ability to perform daily tasks, physical therapy may be able to help. Your child will receive a full evaluation to determine their abilities and limitations. Together, a plan is developed that best suits your child including therapy options regarding frequency and duration of treatment. Different techniques will be used throughout their treatment based on their individual needs.
Adaptive Equipment Evaluations
Physical therapists are the best resource for assessing your child for adaptive equipment. Most insurers require an evaluation and letter from a medical professional in order to fund equipment (orthotics, specialty bed, walker/gait trainer, standing frame, wheelchair, stroller, etc.). A therapist will meet with you and your child to discuss your concerns/needs and to complete a formal evaluation. After 1-2 PT sessions to get to know the chld and how they move, the PT will have enough information on your child to begin the equipment order. The therapist will contact a DME (Durable Medical Equipment) provider who is able to complete the order with your insurer. They will verify all information before submitting all documents to your child's pediatrician for signatures then send the order to your insurer. The entire process takes several months (including possible denials and appeals) before the equipment is actually delivered to your door.
Pricing & Insurance
Typical Therapy Costs
Evaluations - $300
60-minute Treatment Session - $200 30-minute Treatment Session - $100
Consultation prices vary depending on severity of case
Insurance
We are happy to file a claim with your insurance company on your child's behalf for payment of services. If applicable, all co-pays are due prior to starting sessions. Please inquire if your specific insurance company/companies are accepted.
We are currently contracted with the following insurances:
SC Medicaid (including MCOs Molina Healthcare of SC, Absolute Total Care, Humana Healthy Horizons, Select Health of SC, & Healthy Blue of SC)
TriCare East
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of SC (including Preferred Blue [Federal, PPO], State, Blue Essentials)
BlueChoice Health Plan of SC (including Blue Option, Commercial [HMO, PPO])
Please contact us regarding other commercial payers (CIGNA, Aetna, United Healthcare, etc.)
BabyNet
South Carolina's Early Intervention Services will pay for all therapy services for children from birth up until the 3rd birthday, if the child qualifies. If your child does not have Babynet, click here to reach out to your local BabyNet office for more information.
Self-Pay Options
If you would like to pay out of pocket for services due to lack of insurance or your insurance does not cover physical therapy, we offer self-pay options on a case-by-case basis. Options are determined after a thorough consultation is performed with the physical therapist.
*Medicaid plans do not allow any self-pay options for covered services. These options are offered to those with private insurance, out-of-network insurance, under-insured, or no insurance.
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