Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a referral?
In Pennsylvania, patients must have a referral to receive OT services.
Your referral can come from any of the following providers:Nurse Practitioners (NP)
Physician Assistants (PA-C)
Physicians (MD or DO)
Podiatrists (DPM)
Optometrists (OD)
Referrals should be faxed to 412-838-2400, or emailed to referrals@empoweredselfot.com
Unsure what to say to your doctor? Click HERE for a downloadable PDF of information for your provider.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. I accept Medicare and Medicaid as well as most commercial insurances.
Contact me to confirm your appointment coverage.
Medicare Patients
Empowered Self Occupational Therapy is an in-network provider for Medicare beneficiaries. If you are covered by Medicare, your therapy services will be billed directly to Medicare. You are responsible for any applicable co-payments, co-insurance, or deductibles as determined by your plan.
Non-Medicare Patients (Private Pay and Sliding Scale)
For patients who are not covered by Medicare or prefer not to use their insurance, we offer private pay options. After your visit, you will receive an itemized bill, which you may submit to your insurance company for reimbursement if applicable.
Payment is due at the time of service unless otherwise agreed upon. Additionally, if you need assistance with paying for services, we offer a sliding scale based on income to make therapy more accessible.
Here’s how our sliding scale works:
How to Qualify for the Sliding Scale:
Patients who wish to apply for the sliding scale rate will be asked to provide proof of income (e.g., recent pay stubs, tax returns, or other documentation) to determine eligibility. All financial information will be kept confidential and used only to determine the sliding scale rate.
We are committed to making therapy services affordable and accessible. If you have any questions about eligibility or how the sliding scale works, please feel free to reach out to us.