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Feel Better, Pay Less

January 3, 2008 • Health Care News • Larry Benz

Over the years, I have collected dozens and dozens of quotes from physicians who I have talked to about physical therapy services.  I often use them in my presentations and some are funny but most show a complete disregard for our profession.

Perhaps my favorite is from several years ago from an orthopedic surgeon who told me that his favorite type of physical therapist is one “that does not have any hands”.

I was reminded of this when one of our blog subscribers sent me a link to WebPT. Perhaps this same orthopedic surgeon is funding this site.

For only $45 (ironically about what UHC pays in many markets), you can get a “personalized” evaluation and treatment plan.  No, I am not making this up and yes, this blog title is their tag line.

I wonder if the recert period is 30 or 90 days?

Thoughts?

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Larry Benz

Dr. Larry Benz, DPT, OCS, MBA, MAPP, is the Executive Chairman of Confluent Health. He is nationally recognized for his expertise in private practice physical therapy and occupational medicine. Dr. Benz’s current areas of interest include conducting research and integrating empathy, compassion, and positive psychology interventions within physical therapy. He released a book on September...

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