Do I need a doctor’s referral for physical therapy or massage therapy treatment?

Do I need a doctor’s referral for physical therapy or massage therapy treatment?

No, you don’t! 

Thanks to Direct Access regulations, you can visit a physical therapy clinic of your choice and receive the treatment you need without a prescription or referral from a doctor. All fifty states, the District of Columbia, and the US Virgin Islands now grant patients “direct access” to physical therapy services, including evaluations and treatments.

Anchor Physical Therapy in Tacoma and Lakewood, WA offers results-driven physical therapy. Our approach to treatment is backed by the latest research in our field. No matter your health, functionality, and fitness goals, we’ll help you achieve them.

Please note that in some cases, a referral may be required by your insurance company.