Physical Therapists in Colorado
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8,124
Physical Therapists
100%
Accepting patients
42%
Most common: DPT
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Specialty: physical-therapistState: CO
About physical therapists in Colorado
Colorado is home to 8,124 licensed physical therapists, one of the larger physical therapist workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is DPT (42%), which stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy. PT (Physical Therapist) is the second most common at 25%.
University of Colorado Physical Therapy Program and Regis University School of Physical Therapy train physical therapists in the state. Notable hospitals include UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, Children's Hospital Colorado, and Denver Health Medical Center. Health systems such as UCHealth, SCL Health (Intermountain Health), and Centura Health employ many of the state's physical therapists.
35% accept Medicare. Patients with Health First Colorado should verify coverage directly, as not all physical therapists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, qhp-68781, unitedhealthcare, qhp-93078, and qhp-38344.
Colorado consistently ranks among the healthiest states in the country, with one of the lowest obesity rates nationwide.
Frequently asked questions about physical therapists in Colorado
Colorado has 8,124 licensed physical therapists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of physical therapists in Colorado 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 physical therapists in Colorado include medicare, qhp-68781, unitedhealthcare, qhp-93078, and qhp-38344. 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.
Session copays range from $20 to $75. Out-of-pocket sessions cost $75 to $200 each. An initial evaluation runs $100 to $250. Actual costs in Colorado depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Many plans cap the number of covered sessions per year, commonly 20 to 60. Ask your PT's office to verify your specific benefit limits and any authorization requirements before starting.
Look for a licensed provider with experience in your specific condition. In most states, you can see a physical therapist directly without a doctor's referral (direct access). Some insurance plans still require a referral for coverage. Check with your insurer. Colorado has 8,124 physical therapists. FindClarity lets you filter by insurance, location, and telehealth availability.
DPT stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy and PT stands for Physical Therapist. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Colorado, 42% hold the DPT credential and 25% hold PT. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
35% of physical therapists in Colorado accept Medicare. Medicare covers physical therapy when medically necessary. There is no hard annual cap, but a threshold amount triggers additional documentation requirements. Your therapist will handle the paperwork. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some physical therapists in Colorado accept Health First Colorado, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers physical therapy in all states, though the number of covered sessions per year varies. Some states require prior authorization or a physician referral for coverage. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Health First Colorado participation before scheduling.
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Insurance & Physical Therapist coverage
Top accepted carriers in Colorado include medicare, qhp-68781, unitedhealthcare, qhp-93078, and qhp-38344.
Most health insurance plans cover physical therapy with a copay per session, typically $20 to $75. Many plans limit the number of covered sessions per year (commonly 20 to 60). Some require prior authorization or a doctor's referral for coverage. Ask your PT's office to verify your benefits before starting, including any visit caps or annual limits.
