A medical lien lets you receive physical therapy after a personal injury without paying out of pocket. Here is exactly how the process works in California.
After a car accident or personal injury, many people delay or skip medical treatment because they are worried about the cost. A medical lien is an agreement that removes that barrier. It allows you to receive care now and defer payment until your injury case settles.
What Is a Medical Lien?
A medical lien is a contractual agreement between you, your attorney, and the medical provider (in this case, Dynamic PT). Under the lien, we provide treatment, and payment is collected from your settlement proceeds when your case resolves. You do not pay anything out of pocket during treatment.
Who Qualifies for Lien-Based Physical Therapy?
- Car accident victims where another party is at fault
- Pedestrians or cyclists struck by a vehicle
- Slip, trip, and fall injury victims
- Any personal injury case where liability is being pursued
- Cases with or without an attorney (we can help connect you with one if needed)
How the Process Works
- 1You call Dynamic PT and describe your situation. We confirm you qualify for lien-based care.
- 2You come in for your initial evaluation, typically the same day or next day.
- 3Your therapist performs a comprehensive injury assessment and creates your treatment plan.
- 4You attend therapy sessions at no cost. We document your progress throughout.
- 5When your case settles, our lien is paid from your settlement proceeds.
No Attorney Required to Start
You do not need an attorney in place before beginning lien-based care at Dynamic PT. We work with unrepresented patients and can connect you with personal injury attorneys in our network if you need representation.
What Documentation We Provide
Medical documentation is one of the most important factors in a personal injury claim. Dynamic PT provides comprehensive, attorney-ready reports including your initial evaluation findings, treatment progress notes, functional outcome measures, and a discharge summary. These documents are essential for establishing the extent and impact of your injuries.
Start Care Without Delay
Prompt treatment after an injury is both medically and legally important. Delays in seeking care can make it harder to connect your injuries to the accident and can allow symptoms to worsen. Call us the day of or the day after your injury if possible.
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