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Back to Services pagePhysical Therapy DepartmentServices OfferedPhysical Therapy and Therapeutic Massage
Location: The Physical Therapy Department is located on the first floor of the University Health Center. Physical Therapy ServicesWhat do Physical Therapists do? Our philosophy is to return to an individual his/her highest level of function in the quickest and safest fashion. |
Our Physical Therapy Staff
Andy Smith, PT, DPT, MTC |
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• Evaluation and treatment of activity-related injuries
Specific Modalities: Accessing ServicesPhysical Therapy CostThere is a charge for Physical Therapy and Massage services at UHC. We take extra effort to maintain high quality care at reasonable prices and will work carefully with you to develop affordable treatment options. Services for students who have paid the current health fee are available at a reduced rate. Charges at each visit may vary depending on the treatments provided and will be discussed with you at your initial visit. Missed Physical Therapy and massage appointments will incur a $15 charge. Please cancel appointments the day prior to avoid this charge. InsuranceThe University Health Center provides direct billing to insurance companies. PRIOR to starting physical therapy, we recommend calling your individual insurance carrier to confirm that physical therapy services at the University Health Center are covered under your specific plan for your current diagnosis. We are the preferred provider for the Pearce & Pearce Student Health Plan. We are not able to participate as a preferred provider with other plans or as a HMO member. Patients are responsible for any fees or charges not covered or reimbursed by their insurance. 
Your Physical Therapy VisitPlease arrive about 10 minutes before your appointment time and be prepared to stay approximately one hour. Wear loose, comfortable clothing or sportswear to allow ease of access to and movement of the injured body part. Shorts and T-shirt are ideal. Please bring your insurance card, recent (within 30 days) prescription or referral for PT, and any other information that you think might be helpful to the therapist. The physical therapist will review your information and ask you questions about your problem or injury. An examination of the problem area will take place to assess your movement and mobility, strength, flexibility, and other signs such as muscle and joint tightness and pain. This will help the therapist to determine what factors are leading/contributing to your problems and develop a treatment plan specifically for you. You will also receive treatment at this first visit. Frequency of treatment varies. You may be seen once to three times a week for 6-8 weeks, or you may be seen for one to two visits total. You and your therapist will determine what is best for you in your rehabilitation. At each visit, the physical therapist will provide treatment to you, discuss your progress with you, and provide direction for your continued improvement. You will be encouraged to ask questions and participate as much as you would like. When you have improved and have made sufficient progress, the therapist will discharge you from care and inform your doctor of your progress. Please, ask questions so that you understand your care all the things that you can do to continue to improve. Outreach Programs for the Student CommunityPhysical Therapy Useful Links
American Massage Therapy Association |
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University Health Center
University of Georgia 370 River Road; Athens, GA 30602 706-542-1162 Email the Health Center Submit a Complaint/Concern
The Health Center is
fully accredited by the Joint Commission. 
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