Optimizing Care through Virtual Physical Therapy

Virtual physical therapy can benefit a majority of people, with around 90% of Medicare Advantage population and 97% of younger, employer populations benefitting from digital therapy. Screening processes in place identify individuals at increased risk or those needing in-person referrals. The aim is not a specific percentage but ensuring everyone receives appropriate care through optimized triage algorithms. The approach is influenced by experiences at Virginia Mason Medical Center advocating for exploring non-invasive options before surgery, reserving surgery as a last resort.