--- title: ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation --- [![ASHCare_Logo_RGB](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/ASHCare_Logo_RGB.png?width=250&height=105&name=ASHCare_Logo_RGB.png "ASHCare_Logo_RGB")](https://www.ashcompanies.com/) ## Virtual Physical Therapy ## & Rehabilitation [![ASHCare_Logo_RGB](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/ASHCare_Logo_RGB.png?width=250&height=105&name=ASHCare_Logo_RGB.png "ASHCare_Logo_RGB")](https://www.ashcompanies.com/) ## Virtual Physical Therapy ## & Rehabilitation The ASHCare™ program improves the Virtual Physical Therapy member experience. It’s sensor-free with access to a Virtual Physical Therapist at every patient session. And it provides a 30% – 50% reduction in claim costs compared to In-Network, clinic-based physical therapy services.1 Our virtual health program is provided by American Specialty Health (ASH), the nation's largest independent administrator of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and other services covering 49+ million members for over 250 health plans nationally. The ASHCare™ program improves the Virtual Physical Therapy member experience. It’s sensor-free with access to a Virtual Physical Therapist at every patient session. And it provides a 30% – 50% reduction in claim costs compared to In-Network, clinic-based physical therapy services.1 Our virtual health program is provided by American Specialty Health (ASH), the nation's largest independent administrator of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and other services covering 49+ million members for over 250 health plans nationally. # See how Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation is effective for patients—and for your bottom line. # Get our Outcomes Summary to learn more. # See how Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation is effective for patients—and for your bottom line. # Get our Outcomes Summary to learn more. Video player - ash-video-thumb-2 - Click to play video ![VPT-LP-iPad-3b](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/Version%203/VPT-LP-iPad-3b.png "VPT-LP-iPad-3b") # *ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy includes:* ![vpt-lp-icon-1](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-1.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-1.png "vpt-lp-icon-1") **Live Virtual Physical Therapists** perform all one-on-one virtual sessions, including the assessment, clinical treatment planning, ongoing and discharge sessions. Virtual providers are employed by ASH or ASH-contracted providers depending upon state requirements.2 ![vpt-lp-icon-2](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-2.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-2.png "vpt-lp-icon-2") **The same Virtual Physical Therapist** may be seen throughout the course of the treatment. Patients may switch ASHCare virtual providers at any time. ![vpt-lp-icon-3](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-3.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-3.png "vpt-lp-icon-3") **Patients communicate with virtual providers between sessions via HIPAA-compliant email, text message, chat, or phone call.** Virtual Physical Therapists maintain communication with patients, encouraging appropriate movement and activity, increasing adherence, and improving recovery. ![VPT-LP-iPad-3b](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/Version%203/VPT-LP-iPad-3b.png?width=400&height=386&name=VPT-LP-iPad-3b.png "VPT-LP-iPad-3b") # *ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy includes:* ![vpt-lp-icon-1](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-1.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-1.png "vpt-lp-icon-1") **Live Virtual Physical Therapists** perform all one-on-one virtual sessions, including the assessment, clinical treatment planning, ongoing and discharge sessions. Virtual providers are employed by ASH or ASH-contracted providers depending upon state requirements.2 ![vpt-lp-icon-2](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-2.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-2.png "vpt-lp-icon-2") **The same Virtual Physical Therapist** may be seen throughout the course of the treatment. Patients may switch ASHCare virtual providers at any time. ![vpt-lp-icon-3](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-3.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-3.png "vpt-lp-icon-3") **Patients communicate with virtual providers between sessions via HIPAA-compliant email, text message, chat, or phone call.** Virtual Physical Therapists maintain communication with patients, encouraging appropriate movement and activity, increasing adherence, and improving recovery. ![VPT-LP-Therapist-1](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT-LP-Therapist-1.png "VPT-LP-Therapist-1") ![vpt-lp-icon-4](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-4.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-4.png "vpt-lp-icon-4") **Patient-Centered Team:** - **Virtual Physical Therapists** currently provide care for basic musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. **Effective July 1, 2023, we will add Virtual Occupational Therapists** to our virtual provider team. - **Medical Physician and Pharmacist** provide quality oversight for our virtual providers and coaches. - **Clinical Health Coach (licensed registered nurse)** provides cognitive behavioral coaching, educational materials, and videos. - **Well-Being Coach** provides coaching for nutrition, weight control, stress, and related areas. - **Member Concierge** provides member service support via online, toll-free number, chat, and text. ![vpt-lp-icon-5](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-5.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-5.png "vpt-lp-icon-5") **Robust Consumer-focused Virtual Technology Platform:** Member-focused website includes synchronous communication platform, Home Exercise Program and recovery content with 2,000+ rehab videos designed by physical therapists, 9,000+ on-demand exercise videos, action plans, and other digital tools to support patient recovery. ![VPT-LP-Therapist-1](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT-LP-Therapist-1.png?width=400&height=429&name=VPT-LP-Therapist-1.png "VPT-LP-Therapist-1") ![vpt-lp-icon-4](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-4.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-4.png "vpt-lp-icon-4") **Patient-Centered Team:** - **Virtual Physical Therapists** currently provide care for basic musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. **Effective July 1, 2023, we will add Virtual Occupational Therapists** to our virtual provider team. - **Medical Physician and Pharmacist** provide quality oversight for our virtual providers and coaches. - **Clinical Health Coach (licensed registered nurse)** provides cognitive behavioral coaching, educational materials, and videos. - **Well-Being Coach** provides coaching for nutrition, weight control, stress, and related areas. - **Member Concierge** provides member service support via online, toll-free number, chat, and text. ![vpt-lp-icon-5](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icon-5.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icon-5.png "vpt-lp-icon-5") **Robust Consumer-focused Virtual Technology Platform:** Member-focused website includes synchronous communication platform, Home Exercise Program and recovery content with 2,000+ rehab videos designed by physical therapists, 9,000+ on-demand exercise videos, action plans, and other digital tools to support patient recovery. ![vpt-lp-icons-11](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ASHCare/2022%20ASHCare%20VPTR%20B2B%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-11.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-11.png "vpt-lp-icons-11") **Covered Conditions:** Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation is currently available for many MSK conditions. Effective July 1, 2023, ASHCare will expand our covered conditions to support a comprehensive range of physical health conditions. ![vpt-lp-icons-7](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-7.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-7.png "vpt-lp-icons-7") **ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation is a clinical program.** Health plans and employers can choose to embed our program in their PT/OT benefit plans to reduce health care costs and member out-of-pocket expenses. ![vpt-lp-icons-8](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-8.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-8.png "vpt-lp-icons-8") **A designated Engagement Specialist** will be assigned to your health plan or employer group as an extension of your team to help ensure program success by focusing on customized campaign development, member education, and optimal patient engagement. ![vpt-lp-icons-10](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-10.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-10.png "vpt-lp-icons-10") **The patient’s monthly case rate or per-session rate are the only fees. No upfront, set-up, enrollment, implementation, or technology fees apply** for the ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation program. We achieve cost savings by working with virtual providers who focus on virtual care only and do not carry the expense of a clinic lease, employees, and other related expense. ![vpt-lp-icons-9](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-9.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-9.png "vpt-lp-icons-9") **30% – 50% reduction** in claim costs compared to In-Network, clinic-based physical therapy services.1 ![vpt-lp-icons-11](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ASHCare/2022%20ASHCare%20VPTR%20B2B%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-11.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-11.png "vpt-lp-icons-11") **Covered Conditions:** Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation is currently available for many MSK conditions. Effective July 1, 2023, ASHCare will expand our covered conditions to support a comprehensive range of physical health conditions. ![vpt-lp-icons-7](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-7.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-7.png "vpt-lp-icons-7") **ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation is a clinical program.** Health plans and employers can choose to embed our program in their PT/OT benefit plans to reduce health care costs and member out-of-pocket expenses. ![vpt-lp-icons-8](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-8.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-8.png "vpt-lp-icons-8") **A designated Engagement Specialist** will be assigned to your health plan or employer group as an extension of your team to help ensure program success by focusing on customized campaign development, member education, and optimal patient engagement. ![vpt-lp-icons-10](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-10.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-10.png "vpt-lp-icons-10") **The patient’s monthly case rate or per-session rate are the only fees. No upfront, set-up, enrollment, implementation, or technology fees apply** for the ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation program. We achieve cost savings by working with virtual providers who focus on virtual care only and do not carry the expense of a clinic lease, employees, and other related expense. ![vpt-lp-icons-9](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/VPT%20Icons/vpt-lp-icons-9.png?width=60&height=60&name=vpt-lp-icons-9.png "vpt-lp-icons-9") **30% – 50% reduction** in claim costs compared to In-Network, clinic-based physical therapy services.1 --- # Background The ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Program is a product of American Specialty Health (ASH), the nation’s largest independent administrator of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and other services covering 49+ million members for over 250 health plans nationally with 95% member satisfaction and a 97% client annual revenue retention rate. ASH is accredited by NCQA, URAC, and HITRUST. ASH has over 91,000 contracted providers nationally including over 51,000 contracted Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists. Over 970,000 patients have accessed ASH’s Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy contracted providers over the years with 92% of patients surveyed reporting resolution of their primary conditions. ASH also operates one of the nation’s largest corporate fitness network programs nationally covering over 5.4 million members with 95% member satisfaction. Our fitness programs contract with over 20,000 fitness centers nationally and provide broad digital capabilities including 9,000+ on-demand exercise videos, digital personal training, and more. ASH will post $670+ million in annual revenue in 2022 and has over 1,500 employees nationally. ASH is well-known for its ability to provide technology-driven, evidence-based health care programs with exceptionally low pricing. # Background The ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Program is a product of American Specialty Health (ASH), the nation’s largest independent administrator of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and other services covering 49+ million members for over 250 health plans nationally with 95% member satisfaction and a 97% client annual revenue retention rate. ASH is accredited by NCQA, URAC, and HITRUST. ASH has over 91,000 contracted providers nationally including over 51,000 contracted Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists. Over 970,000 patients have accessed ASH’s Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy contracted providers over the years with 92% of patients surveyed reporting resolution of their primary conditions. ASH also operates one of the nation’s largest corporate fitness network programs nationally covering over 5.4 million members with 95% member satisfaction. Our fitness programs contract with over 20,000 fitness centers nationally and provide broad digital capabilities including 9,000+ on-demand exercise videos, digital personal training, and more. ASH will post $670+ million in annual revenue in 2022 and has over 1,500 employees nationally. ASH is well-known for its ability to provide technology-driven, evidence-based health care programs with exceptionally low pricing. --- Learn the best practices for generating leads [Get Summary Now](https://go.ashcompanies.com/ashcare-vpt#headerSimple) [EmpoweringYou@ashn.com](mailto:EmpoweringYou@ashn.com) 855.328.2746   ## 1Based upon comparison to annual claims expense for reference health plans’ freestanding physical therapy locations ## 2Providers are employed by or contracted providers with American Speciality Health Group, Inc.   ## S190-048A 11/22 © 2022 American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH). All rights reserved. The ASHCare Virtual Physical Therapy program is provided by American Specialty Health Management, Inc., American Specialty Health Group, Inc., and their affiliates, all subsidiaries of ASH. ASHCare, the ASHCare logo, the EmpoweredDecisions! logo, and the A Product of American Specialty Health logo are trademarks of ASH. The program is subject to regulatory approval. The persons featured are not ASHCare participants. ![A_Product_of_ASH_Blue](https://go.ashcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EmpoweredDecisions/2022%20EmD%20VPT%20Campaign/Landing%20Page/A_Product_of_ASH_Blue.png?width=200&height=40&name=A_Product_of_ASH_Blue.png "A_Product_of_ASH_Blue") Learn the best practices for generating leads [Get Summary Now](https://go.ashcompanies.com/ashcare-vpt#headerSimple) [EmpoweringYou@ashn.com](mailto:EmpoweringYou@ashn.com) 855.328.2746 ## 1Based upon comparison to annual claims expense for reference health plans’ freestanding physical therapy locations ## 2Providers are employed by or contracted providers with American Speciality Health Group, Inc.   ## S190-048A 11/22 © 2022 American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH). All rights reserved. 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