For Patients

Our History

Dr. Mary Jean Stack PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS opened Great Falls Physical Therapy in 2018. A native of Great Falls, Virginia, Mary Jean returned to her hometown to serve the health and rehabilitation needs of the community. Three experienced therapists have joined GFPT since it opened: Dr. Sarah Bellman PT, DPT, CRTS in 2019; Dr. Jaison Alderman PT, DPT, MBA, CMTPT, CDNT in 2020; and Dr. Ryan Galvin PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS in 2023.

GFPT provides one-on-one appointments that are individualized to each client’s needs and personal goals. All of our appointments are one hour long directly with your PT. We do not use aides or assistants. We utilize current evidence-based practice when providing all treatments.

GFPT serves both children and adults with all orthopedic injuries. We are your trusted PT for all acute and chronic conditions!

Why Great Falls PT?

Our mission is to be a trusted community physical therapy practice for Great Falls and surrounding communities that provides one-on-one, individualized, evidence-based treatment for all ages.

Located in the Great Falls Village Centre, we offer patients easy access and a first-rate facility with Doctors of Physical Therapy who meet the highest standards of education, training and experience. Our objective is to provide an effective and holistic approach to care that is both restorative and preventative.

Our Approach	Traditional In-network
We focus on the individual. Not every injury occurs for the same reasons!	PT and company’s focus is on billed charges
PT determines treatment plan based on best current practice and evidence	Insurance company decides what treatment is allowed and covered
1 patient per therapist per hour	Up to 3 patients per therapist per hour
Individual appointments in private room	Share a large room with all patients
A full hour of treatment with the PT	20 Minutes with PT; rest of session with aide or assistant
Available by email/phone for questions between sessions	Provider answers questions only during your scheduled session

Insurance

GFPT is out of network with all insurance companies including Medicare. Your payment is due at time of service. For your convenience, we verify your insurance coverage and provide you with an estimate of your out-of- pocket costs before your initial evaluation. We also bill and submit to your claim to your insurance company on your behalf. After meeting your deductible, your insurance company will send your reimbursement to you directly. We are able to use health savings accounts for payment.

Do I Need a Doctor’s Referral?

Virginia is a Direct Access State. This allows for most patients to directly access a physical therapist without a physician referral. For more information about Direct Access, please visit the American Physical Therapy Association website. *Medicare patients require MD referral for PT.

How Do I Know if PT Can Help Me?

We are happy to schedule an evaluation to determine if you are an appropriate candidate for PT services. If your diagnosis is out of our scope, we will work with you to determine an appropriate referral. If you have any questions please call 703-349-1030 or email info@greatfallspt.com to determine if you would benefit from an evaluation.

Do You Take Insurance?

GFPT is an out-of-network provider. We still can work with most insurance companies as an non-participating provider.

Prior to scheduling your first evaluation we will contact your insurance company to verify your benefits and provide you an estimate of your out-of-pocket costs. Your payment is due when services are provided.

What Does Out-of-Network Mean?

This means that GFPT has not contracted with your insurance company for reimbursement at a negotiated rate. We can give you one-on-one time and attention to reach your health goals, unlike conventional in-network practices.

What Should I Wear?

Please arrive with comfortable clothing that you are able to move in.

How Early Do I Need to Arrive?

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your initial evaluation if you still need to complete paperwork. *Please feel free to utilize our outdoor covered porch on the Village Center Green while you wait.

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