FOR NEW PATIENTS OF
ALASKA HAND REHABILITATION
As new patients, seeing a new specialist for the first time can be intimidating. With this in mind, we’ve gone above and beyond to streamline the referral and screening process so that you can plan your visit efficiently and without any added stress.
FREE SCREENINGS
If you’re experiencing a hand, arm, or shoulder issue, but aren’t sure if it necessitates medical treatment, our free screening is perfect for you. During your screening, a therapist will spend 15 to 20 minutes conducting an interview and brief physical assessment. Once complete, your therapist will offer you suggestions for self-treatment, therapy options, or referrals to other care providers.
FREE SCREENINGS
If you’re experiencing a hand, arm, or shoulder issue, but aren’t sure if it necessitates medical treatment, our free screening is perfect for you. During your screening, a therapist will spend 15 to 20 minutes conducting an interview and brief physical assessment. Once complete, your therapist will offer you suggestions for self-treatment, therapy options, or referrals to other care providers.
FREE SCREENINGS
If you’re experiencing a hand, arm, or shoulder issue, but aren’t sure if it necessitates medical treatment, our free screening is perfect for you. During your screening, a therapist will spend 15 to 20 minutes conducting an interview and brief physical assessment. Once complete, your therapist will offer you suggestions for self-treatment, therapy options, or referrals to other care providers.
FOR YOUR INITIAL VISIT
Your initial visit with AHR will be approximately 45-90 minutes depending on the complexity of your issue. Following your initial visit, our patient coordinators will schedule follow up appointments based on your recommended treatment plan. We do our best to accommodate your schedule, however you are more likely to receive desired appointment times when you schedule out your entire treatment plan.
FOR YOUR INITIAL VISIT
For new patients, your initial visit with AHR will be approximately 45-90 minutes depending on the complexity of your issue. Following your initial visit, our patient coordinators will schedule follow up appointments based on your recommended treatment plan. We do our best to accommodate your schedule, however you are more likely to receive desired appointment times when you schedule out your entire treatment plan.
Before your first visit, you will be sent a link to complete your paperwork online. To allow the check-in process to be as smooth as possible, please complete this paperwork prior to your appointment time. If you cannot complete the online paperwork, we ask that you arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment time.
Please bring the following items:
- Prescription for Therapy via Referral Form
- Insurance Cards or Workers Comp Information
- Names of Referring & Primary Doctors
- Valid ID
FRAGRANCE-FREE POLICY
Out of concern for those with asthma, migraines, allergies, chemical and post-operative sensitivities, we ask everyone—including staff and visitors–to avoid use of scented personal care products such as perfume, aftershave, fabric softener, scented lotions and hair products. We thank you for choosing to wear only scent-free products in our clinic.
FINANCIAL POLICIES
Our office accepts private insurance, worker’s compensation, Medicare, Medicaid, and Auto. Please download our Financial Policy for information addressing each of these. We are recognized as preferred providers by numerous insurance companies. Call us to learn if we are preferred providers for your insurance. For added convenience, we also accept cash, checks, Visa, and MasterCard. For a list of commonly billed codes, including pricing, please click here.
PRIVACY PRACTICES
We adhere to the guidelines provided by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996. Please download and review our Notice of Privacy Practices for information about how your medical records may be used and disclosed.
PATIENT SATISFACTION
Your satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us. At any time during your treatment at Alaska Hand Rehabilitation, or upon completion of your therapy, we would greatly appreciate your feedback either verbally or through an online review.
FRAGRANCE-FREE POLICY
Out of concern for those with asthma, migraines, allergies, chemical and post-operative sensitivities, we ask everyone—including staff and visitors–to avoid use of scented personal care products such as perfume, aftershave, fabric softener, scented lotions and hair products. We thank you for choosing to wear only scent-free products in our clinic.
FINANCIAL POLICIES
Our office accepts private insurance, worker’s compensation, Medicare, Medicaid, and Auto. Please download our Financial Policy for information addressing each of these. We are recognized as preferred providers by numerous insurance companies. Call us to learn if we are preferred providers for your insurance. For added convenience, we also accept cash, checks, Visa, and MasterCard. For a list of commonly billed CPT codes, including pricing, click here.
PATIENT SATISFACTION
Your satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us. At any time during your treatment at Alaska Hand Rehabilitation, or upon completion of your therapy, we would greatly appreciate your feedback either verbally or through an online review.
PRIVACY PRACTICES
We adhere to the guidelines provided by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996. Please download and review our Notice of Privacy Practices for information about how your medical records may be used and disclosed.
PATIENT REFERRALS
Referrals come to us from a variety of sources, including:
- Hand Surgeons
- General Orthopedics
- Plastic Surgeons
- Family & General Practice Physicians
- Internal Medicine Physicians
- Emergency Medicine
- Osteopathy
- Nurse Practitioners
- Physicians Assistants
- Chiropractic Specialists
- Attorneys
- Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists
- Insurance Adjusters
- HR Personnel
- Risk Managers for Corporations
Self-Referral – We accept self-referrals but may require physician participation if the condition demands it or if required by the insurance provider.
