Browse occupational therapists in Connecticut.
2,170
Occupational Therapists
100%
Accepting patients
36%
Most common: OTR
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Connecticut is home to 2,170 licensed occupational therapists, one of the larger occupational therapist workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is OTR (36%), which stands for Occupational Therapist Registered. OTR/L (Occupational Therapist Registered/Licensed) is the second most common at 30%.
Yale School of Medicine and University of Connecticut School of Medicine train occupational therapists in the state. Notable hospitals include Yale New Haven Hospital, Hartford Hospital, and Connecticut Children's Medical Center. Health systems such as Yale New Haven Health, Hartford HealthCare, and Trinity Health of New England employ many of the state's occupational therapists.
10% accept Medicare. Patients with HUSKY Health should verify coverage directly, as not all occupational therapists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include qhp-44228, medicare, unitedhealthcare, centene, and qhp-33602.
Connecticut has one of the highest rates of health insurance coverage in the United States.
Connecticut has 2,170 licensed occupational therapists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of occupational therapists in Connecticut are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among occupational therapists in Connecticut include qhp-44228, medicare, unitedhealthcare, centene, and qhp-33602. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
An evaluation costs $150 to $400. A session copay is $20 to $60 with insurance. A self-pay session costs $100 to $200. A hand therapy session costs $100 to $250. School-based OT is free through an IEP. Actual costs in Connecticut depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Ask your plan about visit limits (commonly 20-60 per year) and whether OT and PT visits share a combined limit or have separate limits. Adaptive equipment recommended by an OT may be covered under your DME benefit.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Connecticut has 2,170 occupational therapists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
OTR stands for Occupational Therapist Registered and OTR/L stands for Occupational Therapist Registered/Licensed. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Connecticut, 36% hold the OTR credential and 30% hold OTR/L. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
10% of occupational therapists in Connecticut accept Medicare. Medicare covers outpatient occupational therapy without a hard visit cap. A physician order is required. Standard Part B cost-sharing applies. OT in skilled nursing facilities is covered under Part A. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some occupational therapists in Connecticut accept HUSKY Health, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers OT for children under EPSDT. Adult coverage varies by state. School-based OT through an IEP is free to families. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm HUSKY Health participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Connecticut include qhp-44228, medicare, unitedhealthcare, centene, and qhp-33602.
Most insurance plans cover occupational therapy with a prescription. Visit limits of 20 to 60 sessions per year are common. Medicare covers outpatient OT without a hard visit cap. Medicaid covers OT for children under EPSDT. For hand therapy (a specialized OT certification), verify your plan covers the certified hand therapist (CHT) designation. Adaptive equipment recommended by an OT (shower chairs, dressing aids) may be covered under durable medical equipment benefits.