What is Medical Massage Therapy?
Outcome-based massage with specific treatment protocols targeted to the patient's problem areas, based on a physician's diagnosis and referral. Billed through insurance.
Medical massage therapy is outcome-based massage — very specific treatment protocols targeted to the specific problem areas the patient presents with a physician's diagnosis and referral for treatment. After an assessment by the medical massage therapist, specific outcomes become the basis for treatment. In many cases this type of massage therapy is billed through the patient's insurance, which could be auto or workers' compensation.
Medical Massage of the Rockies LLC (MMR) works with Colorado Occupational Health Physicians, Physiatrists, Neurologists, Orthopedists, General Practitioners, Osteopaths, and Chiropractors to provide result-oriented medical massage treatment for soft tissue injuries.
- →Billed in 15-minute segments
- →Typical session: 4 units = 1 hour
- →CPT codes, usual & customary reimbursement schedule
All you need is a referral from your doctor or chiropractor. We handle insurance verification, billing, and all paperwork.
888-667-5280Northern CO: 970-204-0516Common Questions
What is medical massage therapy?
Medical massage therapy is outcome-based massage with specific treatment protocols targeted to the patient's problem areas, based on a physician's diagnosis and referral. It is billed through insurance including auto and workers' compensation.
Do I need a referral for medical massage therapy?
Yes. In order for treatment to be covered under insurance, a healthcare provider must prescribe medical massage therapy and provide a diagnosis. Referrals are accepted from physicians, chiropractors, and advanced practice nurses.
How is medical massage different from regular massage?
Medical massage is outcome-based and requires a physician's diagnosis and referral. It uses specific clinical techniques to treat the diagnosed condition and is billed through insurance using CPT codes, unlike relaxation massage.
How long is each session?
Sessions are typically billed in 15-minute segments — 4 units for a total of one hour per session — using current procedural terminology and standard reimbursement fee schedules.
What insurance does MMR accept?
MMR accepts auto insurance (Med-Pay and liability) and workers' compensation. We are preferred providers for multiple insurance carriers and handle all billing and documentation.
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