What to Expect at Your First Appointment
At Teton Therapy, our goal is to make your first appointment as smooth and informative as possible. You’ll receive personalized care and a clear understanding of your treatment plan. Expect a thorough evaluation and a collaborative approach to your recovery.
Your initial visit in Riverton, WY, Lander, WY or Cheyenne, WY will feel similar to arriving at any medical office. Here’s what you can anticipate:
- Check-In: Upon arrival, register at the front desk and provide your insurance information and any other relevant paperwork, such as referrals or medical reports. Save time and fill out your paperwork online; it will be emailed to you once you have scheduled your first appointment.
- Initial Evaluation: You’ll have a comprehensive evaluation with one of our physical or occupational therapists, who will assess your medical history, current condition and your goals.
- Physical Examination: Our therapist will conduct a thorough examination to evaluate your range of motion, strength, and movement patterns.
- Treatment Plan: Based on your evaluation, we will develop a tailored therapy plan and discuss it with you. This will include education and instruction on your initial treatments that typically focus on alleviating pain and improving mobility.
- Ongoing Sessions: After your evaluation, we will schedule your subsequent sessions and discuss how we can optimize your therapy to help you achieve your goals..
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns!
Want to Save Time? To expedite your first visit, consider filling out your patient forms online.
Patient Forms/Info
Preparing for Your First Appointment
At Teton Therapy in Riverton, WY, Lander, WY and Cheyenne, WY, our dedicated physical and occupational therapy team is focused on identifying the root cause of your condition and creating a personalized treatment plan to help you regain an active, fulfilling lifestyle. To ensure a smooth first visit, please take note of the following:
- Arrive Early: Please arrive 15 minutes before your appointment to complete your paperwork.
- Prepare Questions: Make a list of any questions you’d like to ask during your first meeting.
- Bring Necessary Documents: Don’t forget your photo ID and insurance card. Call our Billing Office at 307-463-0462 ahead of time to verify your insurance benefits.
- Share Your Medical History: Be ready to discuss your medical history, previous treatments, current medications, and any relevant details.
- List Your Symptoms: Consider listing symptoms, limitations, and any activities or positions that exacerbate or alleviate your condition. Include how long you have been experiencing this issue and if you’ve had similar problems in the past.
The more information you can provide, the better equipped our therapists will be to assist you.
Direct Access
See a Physical or Occupational Therapist Without a Referral
Did you know you can visit a physical or occupational therapist directly without a referral? Regardless of whether your issue is new or longstanding, you can schedule a visit at Teton Therapy in Riverton, WY, Lander, WY and Cheyenne, WY today!
Direct Access allows you to see a therapist without needing approval from your physician. This means you can bypass unnecessary delays and start your recovery sooner.
Benefits of Direct Access
- Time-Saving: No need to wait for a doctor’s appointment or referral.
- Cost-Effective: You can avoid additional copays by seeing a therapist directly.
- Increased Satisfaction: Research shows that patients often report higher satisfaction when utilizing Direct Access for physical therapy.
Health insurance can be complex, but Direct Access is generally covered by many private health insurance plans. Always verify your specific coverage before your visit. For more information, feel free to contact us!
Payment Options
Insurance
Teton Therapy accepts a variety of health insurance policies. Below is a partial list of our in-network providers:
- Tricare
- PHCS
- Great-West
- VA
- Wyoming Medicaid
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Champ VA
- Workers Comp
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (EPO, HMO, POS, ACA exchange, and PPO plans)
- First Health
- Medicare
- US Department of Labor
Please call our in-house Billing Department to confirm your specific plan coverage at 307-463-0462.
Private Pay Options
For patients without insurance or those who have exhausted their benefits, we offer a private pay plan. Contact us today for more information on service rates and payment options!
Referring To Teton Therapy
When there is pain, it often leads to questions as to the true origins of the pain. Is it a disc, muscle strain, irritated nerve, or something else? Putting all symptoms together is important to determine whether the pain is musculoskeletal or from some other source so that the right path to full recovery is found.
Pain is the body’s way of signaling that there is a problem. Treatment of pain can be a multi-pronged approach, with Physical and Occupational Therapy used to treat the main cause of the problem and prevent reliance on medication for an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
Physical therapy in conjunction with medication will usually resolve most musculoskeletal pain. The sooner therapy is started at Teton Therapy , the quicker the recovery and the less long-term damage occurs to the affected body part. Often surgery can be avoided through the use of Physical Therapy. If surgery is a must, a course of Physical Therapy after the surgery can aid in getting back to normal function quicker.
Referring to Teton Therapy is as simple as faxing a prescription with the patient’s contact information to the desired clinic. Once we have the prescription, we will handle the rest with the patient.
Riverton Fax:
307-856-6459
Lander Fax:
307-332-0463
Cheyenne Fax:
307-514-6006
We also offer Free Consultations for patients who are unsure if therapy is the right option for them. After a brief meeting with one of our knowledgeable therapists, we will send off a request for a prescription to your doctor and set you up for a full evaluation.
Scheduling
How to Schedule Your Appointment
Ready to take the first step? Contact Teton Therapy today to schedule your appointment. Our friendly staff will assist you in finding a convenient time for your visit.
Next Steps
After Your Initial Visit
Once you’ve completed your first appointment, our team will guide you through the next steps in your treatment journey. We will schedule follow-up appointments and provide ongoing support to ensure you achieve your goals.
If you have any questions or need assistance at any point, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Refer a Friend
Spread the Word!
If you know someone in Riverton, WY, Lander, WY or Cheyenne, WY who could benefit from physical or occupational therapy, please share your experience with them. Fill out the form below to refer a friend, and we will reach out to provide more information on how we can assist them.