At Next Step Physical Therapy, our approach is centered around one key principle: you are unique-and so is your care journey. We blend hands-on expertise, personalized plans, and patient education to empower you at every step of your recovery.
Treating You Like Family We believe in building genuine connections. Whether you're an athlete or a senior, we treat you with the same care and respect we'd offer to our own family members. Your goals, challenges, and comfort matter to us-that’s our foundation of trust.
Personalized Care From the beginning, every evaluation and treatment plan is tailor-made for you. We don’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions-instead, we consider your lifestyle, needs, and long-term wellness.
Empowering You Through Education We believe that knowledge is healing. That’s why we involve you in every step-from explaining your condition to clarifying your treatment options and goals. By helping you understand why we're doing what we do, we give you the tools to be your own advocate-even beyond our clinic doors.
Functional, Results-Oriented Philosophy Your therapy is rooted in real-world movement. We assess how you move, work, and live-then design plans that get you functioning better in the activities that matter to you. This practical, movement-based focus speeds recovery and enhances long-term results.
Evidence-Based & Collaborative We rely on clinical reasoning and the latest research to shape your care. Our therapists are committed to evidence-based practice and collaborating with your broader healthcare team-ensuring a cohesive, strategic, and effective path forward.
We accept most major insurance plans and also offer self-pay options. Since coverage varies by provider, we encourage you to contact our office so we can help verify your benefits. Our team is happy to assist with benefit verification, claim submissions, and cost estimates-ensuring you know exactly what to expect before starting care.
Your first physical therapy visit is all about getting to know you-your goals, your concerns, and the root cause of what’s bringing you in. Typical appointment lengths are 60-75 minutes for initial evaluations, 60 minutes for follow-ups.
Key Details:
1. A Warm Welcome & Check-In
2. One-on-One Evaluation with Your Therapist
3. Personalized Treatment Plan
4. Hands-On Care & Exercises on Day One
5. Education & Home Exercises
6. Clear Next Steps
For your first visit, please bring:
We also recommend wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy movement so your therapist can properly assess your mobility and begin treatment right away.
Your rehabilitation journey begins with a thorough assessment by our dedicated team to understand your goals and specific areas of concern. We then design a personalized treatment plan combining targeted exercises, hands-on care, and proven therapeutic methods to help you move and feel your best.
We accept most major insurance plans and also offer self-pay options. Since coverage varies by provider, we encourage you to contact our office so we can help verify your benefits. We are in-network with Medicare Part B. Even if we are considered out-of-network, our team is happy to assist with benefit verification, claim submissions, and cost estimates-ensuring you know exactly what to expect before starting care. Our billing process involves submitting claims to your insurance provider on your behalf.
Since 2003, New Jersey law allows you to seek physical therapy services without a physician’s referral for the first 10 visits or up to 30 days-whichever comes first. This means you can start your care sooner and begin the path to recovery without unnecessary delays.
Your Licensed Physical Therapist is highly trained to evaluate, treat, and identify if your condition requires intervention beyond our scope. If you are not making reasonable progress within 30 days, or if we determine you need advanced diagnostics or medical care, we’ll refer you to the appropriate provider and coordinate care accordingly
The New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy mandates that within 30 days of your initial treatment, we must:
| Benefit | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Faster access to care | Start physical therapy right away-no referral needed. |
| Personalized treatment | Your care is tailored to your movement needs and condition. |
| Cost-effective | Bypass additional physician visits-often saving time and money |
| Safe and accountable | Clear plans in place to involve a physician if needed. |
Studies show that patients accessing physical therapy directly tend to have fewer visits and lower overall healthcare costs, while maintaining quality outcomes.
While direct access is legally permitted, it's important to verify with your insurance provider-some plans (e.g., Medicare or auto-injury coverage like workers’ comp) may still require a referral for reimbursement.
In New Jersey, you have the right to see a physical therapist directly-without a referral-for up to 10 visits or 30 days. Our team will provide expert evaluation and therapy, while ensuring seamless communication with your physician if needed. You’ll receive fast, effective, and well-coordinated care.
Navigating insurance can feel overwhelming - but we’re here to make it simple. Before your first visit, our team will verify your insurance coverage, explain your physical therapy benefits, and review any expected out-of-pocket costs. We’ll help you understand what’s covered, what isn’t, and what payment options are available, so there are no surprises along the way.
Whether you’re using private insurance, Medicare, workers’ compensation, or paying out of pocket, we’ll guide you step-by-step to ensure you get the care you need with confidence and clarity.
609-496-9180
info@mynextsteppt.com 
129 Route 31 North, Hopewell, NJ 08525