Browse physical therapists in Mississippi.
2,023
Physical Therapists
100%
Accepting patients
47%
Most common: DPT
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Mississippi is home to 2,023 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 (47%), which stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy. PT (Physical Therapist) is the second most common at 34%.
University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Health Related Professions trains practitioners 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 physical therapists.
40% accept Medicare. Patients with Mississippi Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all physical therapists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, qhp-46944, centene, qhp-17091, and molina.
Mississippi has among the fewest physicians per capita of any state, with significant healthcare deserts in the Delta region.
Mississippi has 2,023 licensed physical therapists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of physical 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 physical therapists in Mississippi include medicare, qhp-46944, centene, qhp-17091, and molina. 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 Mississippi 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. Mississippi has 2,023 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 Mississippi, 47% hold the DPT credential and 34% hold PT. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
40% of physical therapists in Mississippi 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 Mississippi accept Mississippi 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 Mississippi Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Mississippi include medicare, qhp-46944, centene, qhp-17091, and molina.
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.