Browse physical therapists in Montana.
1,648
Physical Therapists
100%
Accepting patients
45%
Most common: DPT
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Montana is home to 1,648 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 (45%), which stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy. PT (Physical Therapist) is the second most common at 31%.
University of Montana School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences trains practitioners in the state. Notable hospitals include Billings Clinic Hospital, St. Patrick Hospital - Missoula, and Benefis Health System - Great Falls. Health systems such as Billings Clinic, SCL Health Montana (Intermountain Health), and Providence Montana employ many of the state's physical therapists.
38% accept Medicare. Patients with Montana Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all physical therapists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include qhp-30751, qhp-23603, qhp-10091, medicare, and qhp-32225.
Montana faces significant rural healthcare access challenges due to its low population density, with some residents driving over 100 miles to reach a hospital.
Montana has 1,648 licensed physical therapists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of physical therapists in Montana 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 Montana include qhp-30751, qhp-23603, qhp-10091, medicare, and qhp-32225. 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 Montana 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. Montana has 1,648 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 Montana, 45% hold the DPT credential and 31% hold PT. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
38% of physical therapists in Montana 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 Montana accept Montana 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 Montana Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Montana include qhp-30751, qhp-23603, qhp-10091, medicare, and qhp-32225.
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.