INo. Under California Direct Access law, patients can begin physical therapy evaluation and treatment without a physician referral. Direct Access allows treatment for up to 12 visits or 45 calendar days, whichever comes first. Continued care beyond that point may require a signed plan of care from an authorized medical provider.

Mammoth Physio currently accepts Blue Shield insurance and Workers’ Compensation claims for Mammoth Mountain employees.

Can I use out-of-network benefits?

Yes. Cash-pay services are available for patients seeking individualized care, wellness services, performance training, injury prevention, or services not covered by insurance.

At this time, new Medicare patients are not being accepted.

Services include orthopedic rehabilitation, running injuries, sports rehabilitation, scoliosis treatment, athletic development, movement dysfunction, strength training, and return-to-sport care.

Yes. Melissa has extensive experience working with runners, mountain athletes, youth athletes, and professional endurance athletes, including her role as Strength Coach and Physio for Mammoth Track Club.

Performance and wellness services may include:

• Running analysis with Runeasi

• Force plate strength testing

• Strength and conditioning programs

• Movement assessments

• Online coaching

• Home exercise programs

• Injury prevention and recovery programs

Most wellness, maintenance, and performance-enhancement services are not covered by insurance. Coverage depends on whether services are considered medically necessary skilled physical therapy.

Physical therapy focuses on evaluation and treatment of injury, pain, or movement dysfunction. Wellness and performance services are designed for fitness, injury prevention, recovery optimization, athletic performance, and ongoing maintenance.

Yes. Strength programs, running-related services, and home exercise programs may be offered both in-person and online depending on the service.