Browse occupational therapists in Mississippi.
1,103
Occupational Therapists
100%
Accepting patients
32%
Most common: OTR
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Mississippi is home to 1,103 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 (32%), which stands for Occupational Therapist Registered. OT is the second most common at 24%.
University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Medicine and William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine train occupational therapists in the state. Notable hospitals include University of Mississippi Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle, and Forrest General Hospital. Health systems such as University of Mississippi Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Health Care, and Singing River Health System employ many of the state's occupational therapists.
17% accept Medicare. Patients with Mississippi Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all occupational therapists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include centene, medicare, qhp-46944, molina, and qhp-17091.
Mississippi has among the fewest physicians per capita of any state, with significant healthcare deserts in the Delta region.
Mississippi has 1,103 licensed occupational therapists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of occupational therapists in Mississippi 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 Mississippi include centene, medicare, qhp-46944, molina, and qhp-17091. 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 Mississippi 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. Mississippi has 1,103 occupational therapists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
17% of occupational therapists in Mississippi 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 Mississippi accept Mississippi Medicaid, 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 Mississippi Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Typically one to three sessions per week, each 30 to 60 minutes. Post-stroke or post-surgical rehab may require two to three sessions per week for several months. Pediatric OT is often one to two sessions per week. School-based OT follows the IEP schedule. With 1,103 occupational therapists in Mississippi, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Top accepted carriers in Mississippi include centene, medicare, qhp-46944, molina, and qhp-17091.
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.