Browse physical therapists in Wisconsin.
8,077
Physical Therapists
100%
Accepting patients
41%
Most common: PT
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Wisconsin is home to 8,077 licensed physical therapists, one of the larger physical therapist workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is PT (41%), which stands for Physical Therapist. DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy) is the second most common at 41%.
University of Wisconsin - Madison Doctor of Physical Therapy Program and Marquette University Department of Physical Therapy train physical therapists in the state. Notable hospitals include UW Hospital and Clinics, Froedtert Hospital, and Children's Wisconsin. Health systems such as UW Health, Advocate Aurora Health, and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin employ many of the state's physical therapists.
28% accept Medicare. Patients with BadgerCare Plus should verify coverage directly, as not all physical therapists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-54192, qhp-38166, and qhp-57845.
Wisconsin has a strong network of rural health clinics, with Marshfield Clinic being one of the largest private multispecialty group practices in the country.
Wisconsin has 8,077 licensed physical therapists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of physical therapists in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-54192, qhp-38166, and qhp-57845. 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 Wisconsin 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. Wisconsin has 8,077 physical therapists. FindClarity lets you filter by insurance, location, and telehealth availability.
PT stands for Physical Therapist and DPT stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Wisconsin, 41% hold the PT credential and 41% hold DPT. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
28% of physical therapists in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin accept BadgerCare Plus, 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 BadgerCare Plus participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Wisconsin include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-54192, qhp-38166, and qhp-57845.
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.