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Frequently Asked QuestionsQ. What is Occupational Therapy (O.T.)?A. Occupational therapy is a science and evidenced based profession. O.T. helps promote healthy lifestyles and prevent – or live better with – illness, injury or disability. O.T. takes into account the complete person, including his or her physical, psychological, emotional and social makeup. Occupational therapy uses everyday activities as the means to help you improve your independence. Benefits include functioning at your highest possible level with dressing, bathing, cooking, gardening, balancing your checkbook, using a computer, driving, working, going to school, socializing and accessing your community. Partnering with your O.T. you will find practical solutions and design strategies that support everyday living skills. These may range from adaptations for how to do a task, to changes in your personal surroundings. No matter what your challenge, O.T. can help you improve your quality of life! Q. Is occupational therapy covered by my insurance?A. O.T. is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, most insurance plans and Worker's Compensation. Some insurance may require a co-pay or deductible to be paid at the time of service. We will gladly call to verify your benefits should you request. Q. How do I become a patient of Pacific Northwest Occupational Therapy?A. All you have to do is call or visit our office. We will schedule an initial appointment and will answer any other questions you may have about our service. Q. What should I bring to my first appointment?A. Physician prescription, insurance card(s), list of current medications and any medical records you may have that pertain to your condition. If you are covered by Worker's Compensation, please bring your claim number and case manager's contact information. Q. What should I expect at my first visit?A. The O.T. will evaluate the problems and work with you to develop a treatment program. At the end of this first visit you will most likely be instructed in a home program for your particular needs. The first appointment will take approximately 1 – 1 ½ hours. Q. Will my doctor be involved in my care?A. Your O.T. works hand-in-hand with your physician. We will send progress reports and confer with your physician as needed. Q. What can I do to improve the likelihood of successful therapy results?A. The therapists at Pacific Northwest Occupational Therapy are dedicated to giving you the best possible care. You can improve your rehabilitation results by following home program instructions to the best of your ability and developing a working partnership with your therapist. FormsPlease download, print and complete the following forms.
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