Month: November 2020

November Covid-19 Updates

APEX PT remains OPEN and ready to serve youWe wanted to remind everyone that all 5 of our Apex locations are open and treating all current and new patients. We are offering in person appointments but are able to offer Telehealth if this is a safer option for you. 

We first want to thank all of our patients we have endured the unknown over these last couple of months and your unwavering flexibility with a changing world. We understand that this has been a trying time that we have all had to learn to be adaptable and understanding that we are all experiencing different levels of impact. As we embark on new phases and reduced restrictions, our number one goal is to continue to provide the best care to our past, current, and future patients.  

 We have implemented various policies and procedures to keep both our staff and patients safe. We promise to serve our community to the best of our abilities as well as provide the safest possible environment. We will be following all guidelines set forth by the CDC, Washington Department of Health, and the American Physical Therapy Association/Physical Therapy Association of Washington. 

 So, what does this all mean? Here is just a few of the things that we are doing.  

 DETECTION: 

  • Covid-19 Questionnaire 
  • All persons that enter the building have their temperature taken prior to further interactions with any other person 
  • Request for any persons being sick or experiencing any COVID 19 related symptoms to cancel appointments
  • If having symptoms, we have particular guidelines for return to appointments pending the type of symptoms; as well as requirements for follow up with their PCP and testing as necessary 

PREVENTION: 

Face Coverings 

  • It is required that all persons entering our clinics wear face masks, at all times. If you are unable to do so, telehealth may be an option.  

Appointments 

  • We have changed our appointment schedule to spread our patients out and allowing a staggered start time for appointments to reduce patient interactions 
  • We have allowed for more time between patients to provide proper cleaning and sanitizing in shared work spaces 
  • We are offering in person as well as telehealth appointments pending needs and preference 

Waiting Rooms 

  • Limited time in waiting rooms, patients will be escorted to their treatment rooms quickly to reduce their exposure to other patients and staff 

Hand washing and Hand Sanitizers 

  • Employees are required to wash their hands before and after all patient interactions for the required minimum of 20 seconds 
  • We have various hand sanitizer stations available for all patrons to use throughout the clinics 

Cleaning 

  • All surfaces that have been touched during a patient appointment are disinfected immediately following the conclusion of an appointment 
  • High touch surfaces are cleaned often throughout the day 

We are honored to continue serving our community however we are able.  We look forward to helping you return to the activities you love and being able to reach your maximal potential.  

If you are in need of  beginning physical therapy treatment,  please call any of our locations to help you figure out the best treatment options for yourself.  

 All our Best, 

Apex Physical Therapy 

Covid-19 Questionnaire November

Please be ready at each appointment to answer these four questions.

♦ Have you experienced any fever, shortness of breath, cough, or any other symptoms in the last 72 hours?

♦ Have you recently been exposed to any person that has tested positive for COVID-19?

♦ Have you traveled outside of Washington State in the last 14 days?

♦ Have you been to a social gathering with 6 or more people outside your household where physical distancing of at least 6 feet was not maintained?

If you are feeling ill or have been recently exposed to Covid-19 please contact us and we will happily work with you to reschedule your appointment.

Apex Physical Therapy is excited to announce that after many inquiries we are now accepting Premera Medicare Advantage insurance plans.