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Thanks to Direct Access, you do not need a doctor’s referral or prescription to receive treatment from a physical therapist. Direct Access is the legal right that enables patients in all fifty states and the District of Columbia to access physical therapy services and programs directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do keep in mind that Direct Access does not apply to insurance carriers, who may require a referral or prescription. 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