PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy

PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy


Are PT Mills Bad? The Debate Nobody Wants to Have (But Needs To)

June 13, 2025

In this no-holds-barred discussion, Jimmy McKay sits down with Tony Maritato and Dave Kittle to ask a question most PTs avoid: is operating like a “mill” really that bad? They break down the realities of modern reimbursement, how patients actually perceive care models, and what savvy clinic owners can do today to thrive — even in a crowded system.

Topics Covered:

  • Clinic scheduling & reimbursement challenges
  • Perception vs. reality: What “mill” clinics get right (and wrong)
  • The power of telehealth: Turning intake calls into evaluations
  • How trust is built (or broken) before the first visit
  • Leveraging Medicare’s current rules to innovate service

Links & Resources: