Physical Therapists in Florida
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17,443
Physical Therapists
100%
Accepting patients
43%
Most common: DPT
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Specialty: physical-therapistState: FL
About physical therapists in Florida
Florida is home to 17,443 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 (43%), which stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy. PT (Physical Therapist) is the second most common at 30%.
University of Miami Department of Physical Therapy and University of Florida Department of Physical Therapy train physical therapists in the state. Notable hospitals include Mayo Clinic - Jacksonville, Cleveland Clinic Florida - Weston, and Tampa General Hospital. Health systems such as AdventHealth, Baptist Health South Florida, and UF Health employ many of the state's physical therapists.
24% accept Medicare. Patients with Florida Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all physical therapists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, molina, qhp-17091, unitedhealthcare, and centene.
Florida has one of the largest populations of Medicare beneficiaries in the country due to its large senior population.
Frequently asked questions about physical therapists in Florida
Florida has 17,443 licensed physical therapists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of physical therapists in Florida 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 Florida include medicare, molina, qhp-17091, unitedhealthcare, and centene. 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 Florida 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. Florida has 17,443 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 Florida, 43% hold the DPT credential and 30% hold PT. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
24% of physical therapists in Florida 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 Florida accept Florida Medicaid, 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 Florida Medicaid participation before scheduling.
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Insurance & Physical Therapist coverage
Top accepted carriers in Florida include medicare, molina, qhp-17091, unitedhealthcare, and centene.
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.