Getting to a clinic when you’re already dealing with pain, balance issues, or post-surgery limitations adds unnecessary risk. In-home physical therapy removes that barrier entirely.
You receive one-on-one attention from a licensed physical therapist who evaluates your actual living environment. That means gait training happens in the hallways you walk every day, not on a clinic floor that doesn’t match your home’s layout. Balance and proprioceptive training addresses the real obstacles you face—your bathroom threshold, your stairs, your kitchen setup.
Treatment plans adjust to your schedule and your pace. No rushing to make an appointment time or sitting in a waiting room. Your therapist focuses entirely on you, tracking progress through therapeutic exercise, strength training, and neuromuscular re-education designed around your specific goals. Whether you’re working through stroke rehabilitation, managing joint pain, or recovering from surgery, the care comes to you.
We’ve delivered in-home physical and occupational therapy across Suffolk and Nassau County for over a decade. Our physical therapists are licensed, Medicare-certified professionals who specialize in treating patients where they live.
North Haven residents face unique challenges when accessing healthcare—limited public transportation options and a community where many seniors prefer aging in place. We built our service model around that reality. Every therapist on our team understands how to work within your home, using your furniture and space to create effective treatment plans.
We accept Medicare and most commercial insurance plans. Our verification and credentialing processes meet strict standards, so you’re working with professionals who’ve cleared every regulatory requirement. No surprises, no runaround—just qualified care delivered consistently.
First, we verify your insurance coverage and schedule an initial evaluation at a time that works for you. A licensed physical therapist arrives at your home with everything needed to assess your condition, mobility, strength, and functional limitations.
During that first visit, your therapist conducts a thorough examination. They’ll ask about your medical history, current symptoms, and what activities you’re struggling with. Then they’ll observe how you move through your actual living space—standing from your chair, walking to the bathroom, navigating stairs if you have them. This real-world assessment shapes your entire treatment plan.
From there, you’ll receive a personalized schedule of therapy sessions. Most patients start with two to three visits per week, depending on their condition and insurance coverage. Each session lasts about 45 minutes to an hour. Your physical therapist guides you through therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and functional training specific to your needs—whether that’s fall prevention work, post-surgery rehabilitation, or neurological rehabilitation after a stroke.
Progress gets tracked at every visit. Your therapist adjusts resistance and strength training as you improve, adds complexity to balance exercises when you’re ready, and modifies the plan if something isn’t working. You’ll also receive a home exercise program to maintain gains between sessions.
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In-home physical therapy covers the full range of conditions and injuries you’d address at a traditional clinic. Injury rehabilitation, pre and post surgery rehabilitation, joint pain treatment, and occupational rehabilitation all happen in your living room or bedroom.
For North Haven’s aging population, fall prevention is critical. Our therapists conduct home safety assessments alongside balance training and gait training to reduce fall risk where it matters most—in the environment where most falls actually occur. We identify hazards like loose rugs, poor lighting, or furniture placement that creates obstacles, then build strength and coordination exercises that address your specific vulnerabilities.
Stroke rehabilitation and neurological rehabilitation require consistent, specialized attention. Our physical therapists work with patients recovering from strokes, managing Parkinson’s disease, or dealing with other neurological conditions that affect movement and coordination. Treatment includes neuromuscular re-education to retrain your nervous system, therapeutic exercise to rebuild strength, and functional training to restore independence in daily activities.
Medicare covers home-based physical therapy when you meet homebound criteria—meaning leaving home requires considerable effort due to illness or injury. Most commercial insurance plans also cover in-home services. We handle the paperwork and verification directly with your insurance provider so you’re not navigating that process alone.
Yes, Medicare Part B covers home physical therapy when your doctor orders it and you meet homebound status. Homebound doesn’t mean you’re completely unable to leave your house—it means leaving requires considerable effort because of illness, injury, or disability.
Medicare typically covers 80% of approved costs after you meet your Part B deductible. You’re responsible for the remaining 20%. There’s no limit on the number of physical therapy visits Medicare will cover as long as treatment remains medically necessary and you’re showing improvement.
Your physical therapist documents your progress and submits regular reports to Medicare justifying continued treatment. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan instead of Original Medicare, coverage works similarly but you’ll want to confirm your specific plan’s home health benefits. We verify your exact coverage before starting treatment so you know what to expect.
Any condition that limits your mobility and makes leaving home difficult can qualify you for in-home physical therapy. Common conditions include recovery from hip or knee replacement surgery, stroke rehabilitation, fractures, severe arthritis, balance disorders, and chronic pain conditions affecting your ability to walk or stand safely.
Neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, or neuropathy often qualify patients for home therapy. So do cardiac or pulmonary conditions that make physical exertion risky. If you’re managing multiple health issues that collectively make clinic visits unsafe or extremely difficult, you likely meet the criteria.
Your doctor makes the final determination by writing an order for home physical therapy. They’ll document why you need skilled therapy services and why receiving treatment at home is medically appropriate. Our therapists then conduct an evaluation to confirm you meet homebound status and develop a treatment plan based on your specific limitations and goals.
The biggest difference is context. In-home physical therapy happens in the environment where you actually need to function. Your therapist sees the stairs you struggle with, the bathroom layout that creates fall risks, and the furniture arrangement that affects how you move through your day.
Treatment gets tailored to your real-world challenges, not generic clinic equipment. If you’re working on gait training, you’re practicing on your actual floors and thresholds. Balance exercises account for the specific surfaces and spaces in your home. Your therapist can immediately identify safety hazards and recommend modifications while building the strength and coordination you need to navigate your space safely.
You also receive undivided attention. There’s no therapist juggling multiple patients or handing you off to an aide for exercises. Each session focuses entirely on you, with hands-on guidance and immediate feedback. For patients who find clinic environments stressful or overwhelming, home therapy eliminates that anxiety. You’re in control of your surroundings, which often leads to better engagement and faster progress.
Your first visit is an evaluation. The physical therapist arrives with assessment tools and paperwork, but most of the appointment involves watching how you move and asking detailed questions about your condition.
Expect the therapist to review your medical history, current medications, and the specific problems you’re experiencing. They’ll ask what activities are difficult—getting dressed, cooking, bathing, walking to the mailbox. Then comes the physical assessment: testing your strength, range of motion, balance, and how you perform functional tasks like standing from a chair or climbing stairs if you have them.
The therapist measures your current abilities to establish a baseline. This might include timed walking tests, balance assessments, or strength measurements. They’ll also evaluate your home environment for safety issues. At the end of the evaluation, you’ll discuss goals and the therapist will outline a proposed treatment plan—how many visits per week, what types of exercises and interventions, and what outcomes you’re working toward. Most initial evaluations take about an hour.
Treatment length depends entirely on your condition, goals, and progress. Post-surgery rehabilitation might run six to eight weeks. Stroke rehabilitation or neurological conditions often require several months of consistent therapy.
Medicare and insurance companies require ongoing documentation that you’re improving and that continued therapy is medically necessary. If you plateau or reach your maximum potential, coverage typically ends. But if you’re still making measurable progress toward functional goals, treatment continues.
Most patients start with two to three visits per week, then taper to once weekly as they improve and transition to a home exercise program. Your physical therapist reassesses your status regularly and adjusts the frequency based on your needs. Some patients complete therapy and discharge, while others with chronic conditions might have periodic check-ins to maintain function and prevent decline. The plan stays flexible and responsive to how you’re actually doing, not locked into an arbitrary timeline.
Yes, many patients benefit from both services, and we provide both physical and occupational therapy in your home. Physical therapy focuses on mobility, strength, balance, and movement—getting you walking safely, managing pain, and rebuilding physical function after injury or surgery.
Occupational therapy addresses daily living activities like dressing, bathing, cooking, and other tasks that require fine motor skills, coordination, and adaptive strategies. If you’re recovering from a stroke, you might need physical therapy for walking and balance while occupational therapy helps you relearn how to button shirts or prepare meals safely.
Your doctor can order both services simultaneously, and often the therapists coordinate care to address your needs comprehensively. Insurance typically covers both when medically necessary, though you may have separate copays or deductibles for each discipline. Having both therapists work with you at home means they’re seeing the same environment and can make consistent recommendations about safety modifications and adaptive equipment that supports all aspects of your recovery.
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