Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy (Foothills), Arizona’s largest and most respected provider of musculoskeletal and physical therapy services, is pleased to announce that after months of diligent negotiations, an agreement has been reached with UnitedHealthcare (UHC). Effective August 1, 2024, Foothills will once again be an in-network provider for UHC’s commercial insurance and Medicare Advantage plans, providing thousands of patients covered by these plans with access to high-quality physical therapy services.
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Foothills contracts with over 1,500 insurance plans. Below is a general list of United Healthcare plans included in the network.
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“We are pleased to have reached an agreement that will allow us to continue to provide the exceptional care our patients expect and deserve,” said Stephen Motte, COO of Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy. “This resolution underscores our commitment to the well-being of our patients and the importance of accessible, high-quality health care.”
Foothills has been recognized as the top-rated physical therapy provider in Arizona for years. However, UHC’s low reimbursement rates have forced Foothills to withdraw from the network as it seeks to maintain its high standards for providing high-quality, affordable patient care.
“We are committed to ensuring that our patients have access to the best possible care, regardless of their insurance provider,” Motte said. “We hope that United Healthcare will continue to expand its position and agree to fair reimbursement rates so that we can continue to provide patients with access to the care they need.”
This multi-year agreement ensures that UHC members enrolled in employer-sponsored, individual commercial plans, and Medicare Advantage will once again have access to Phoenix AZ’s largest provider of physical therapy services. Restoring in-network status will ease the financial burden on patients and ensure continuity of care.
“Throughout the negotiation process, we remained focused on securing terms that benefit both our patients and our practice,” Motte said. “We look forward to continuing our mission to provide exceptional care to those who need it, without compromise.”
Foothills believes in the power of patient choice and the right to access the care they need, when they need it. Patient access is a top priority.
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