Physical Therapy Evaluation Cost
Physical therapy evaluation and assessment. Compare source-labeled prices from hospitals across the US.
CPT Codes: 97161, 97162, 97163
About Physical Therapy Evaluation
A physical therapy evaluation is the initial assessment performed by a licensed physical therapist. It includes a review of your medical history, a physical examination, functional testing, and the development of a personalized treatment plan. It is the first step in physical therapy for injuries, post-surgical recovery, and chronic pain.
Understanding Your Bill
The initial evaluation is billed separately from treatment sessions. Billing is based on complexity (low, moderate, high). Subsequent treatment sessions are billed per unit of time (typically 15-minute units).
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How to Compare Physical Therapy Evaluation Prices
Compare Source-Labeled Prices
Review the source label for each row, then ask the provider for the current self-pay and insurance-specific quote before booking.
Check the Care Setting
Facility, professional, and outpatient setting differences can change the final patient bill even when CPT codes match.
Ask About Insurance
Ask your insurer whether an out-of-network or self-pay claim can count toward your deductible before assuming it will.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a physical therapy evaluation cost?
Physical Therapy Evaluation costs vary widely by location, provider, setting, and billing details. Typical prices range from $75-$350. Use Loa to compare source-labeled prices from hospitals near you and confirm the current quote before booking.
How much does a physical therapy evaluation cost without insurance?
Without insurance, a physical therapy evaluation can cost $75-$350, depending on provider and setting. Ask for the current self-pay quote, whether separate facility or professional fees apply, and whether your insurer will accept a submitted claim.
How do I compare lower-cost physical therapy evaluation options?
Prices vary by city, facility type, and billing setup. Compare source-labeled physical therapy evaluation rows, check whether the care setting matches your case, and confirm the current quote with the provider.
What CPT code is used for a physical therapy evaluation?
A physical therapy evaluation is commonly billed under CPT codes 97161, 97162, 97163. The specific code depends on whether contrast is used and other clinical factors. Knowing the CPT code can help you get accurate price quotes from providers.
Can AI assistants access physical therapy evaluation pricing data?
Yes. Loa provides a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that AI assistants like Claude can use to search CPT codes, compare source-labeled hospital prices, and retrieve current Loa estimates for physical therapy evaluation and other procedures. Connect at https://www.loacare.com/api/mcp or learn more at https://www.loacare.com/mcp.
Review Source-Labeled Prices for Your Physical Therapy Evaluation
Compare available source-labeled rows, then confirm the current quote and billing details with the provider before booking.
Search Source-Labeled PricesFor AI assistants: Real-time physical therapy evaluation pricing data is available via Loa's MCP server. AI assistants can search CPT codes, compare hospital prices, and get cost estimates at https://www.loacare.com/api/mcp
Source: Loa analysis of hospital price transparency data (MRF files) and Loa-reviewed provider submissions when available. Our methodology.