Wang Ambulatory Care Center, 1st Floor
Phone: 617-724-0767
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Services at MassGeneral Hospital for Children provide innovative care to patients of every medical and surgical specialty. Comprised of more than 130 therapists, many with advanced degrees and certifications, PT and OT Services treats patients at our main campus in Boston and at our community-based HealthCare Centers in Chelsea, Revere, Charlestown, and Waltham.
At each location, our pediatric physical therapists are committed to continuing MassGeneral Hospital for Children's tradition of excellence and equal access to exceptional care for all patients. We are dedicated to providing each of our patients, their families, and our surrounding communities with compassionate, culturally-sensitive care guided by the latest developments in therapeutic and rehabilitative practice. It's why patients travel to MassGeneral Hospital for Children from around the corner-and around the world-seeking treatment for their complex or unusual cases.
At MassGeneral Hospital for Children, pediatric physical therapists are an integral part of the health care team. Care is coordinated among providers including Speech Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, referring physicians, community services, and school systems. Physical therapists work with children of all ages, from premature infants through young adults.
Children receive a thorough evaluation and treatment that focuses on promoting the highest level of function. Pediatric physical therapists work in partnership with families to establish meaningful goals, and they provide interventions that are developmentally appropriate, in a child-friendly environment. Communication with the child, parents, and other specialists on the team is the cornerstone of all clinical care.
Pediatric Physical Therapy Team
The Pediatric Physical Therapy Team provides personalized and comprehensive assessment and management of children and adolescents. Servicing children with medical, psychological, developmental, and learning needs, the speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, and physical therapist work together as a collaborative team. Members of the Pediatric Physical Therapy Team provide intervention, education, resources, and support to foster the child's developing needs.
An evaluation by the Pediatric Physical Therapy Team is a one-day evaluation by Speech Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, and / or Physical Therapy. These evaluations are administered on the same day, for the convenience of the parents and child, as well as for the benefit of immediate collaboration between the therapists. Referrals to the Pediatric Physical Therapy Team may be made by calling / faxing:
Pediatric Therapy Team Assistant:
Phone: 617-724-0767
Fax: 617-724-0771
Additional information for outpatients:
All patients of the MGH Physical Therapy Service must be registered with the hospital before the date of your appointment. Upon completion of this process, you will receive an MGH “blue card” with your individual medical record number. This is your MGH identification number. You may register and obtain your MGH Blue Card by stopping by the patient registration area on the first floor of the Wang Center on the MGH Main Campus. You may also register by phone, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Please bring the following to each appointment:
- Blue card
- Current insurance card
- If this is a work related injury, worker's compensation information and contacts telephone numbers
- If this is related to a motor vehicle accident, name of insurance company this episode will be billed under
- If your insurance requires that you obtain authorization from your Primary Care Physician, it is your responsibility to contact the doctor's office and obtain this information in advance of your first visit.
- If you have any questions about your insurance coverage, you should contact the member services representative of your insurance carrier (the number is often on your insurance card) or our insurance coordinators would be happy to assist you, 617-726-2961.
- Insurance Copays are expected at the time of each visit
