Direct Access


The ability to visit a physical, occupational and/or speech therapist without a prescription or referral is called Direct Access.


No prescription or referral is needed! Now, all fifty states, and the District of Columbia have made a ruling enabling patients “direct access” to physical, occupational and speech therapy services and programs. You have the freedom and flexibility of going to your preferred clinic to receive the resources and treatment you require from a physical, occupational and/or speech therapist.

Direct Access allows you to visit any physical therapy clinic you choose and it  will also save you time and money. Because you can eliminate an unnecessary visit to your primary care doctor for that referral or prescription, that’s money saved on a co-pay! In addition, your treatment will begin faster by going directly to your therapist first.

Direct access empowers you to take back control over your health and where you go for all of your therapy needs. Remember, with Direct Access, you can go directly to any physical, occupational and/or speech therapist you wish to see without a physician’s prescription or referral.