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September 23, 2025Journal of Athletic TrainingOpen Access

Athletic Trainers as Outpatient Rehabilitation Providers: An Analysis of Role, Value, and Insurance Reimbursement in a Large Academic Healthcare System

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Athletic trainers served as primary providers for 7,789 episodes of care, focusing on common musculoskeletal conditions.
The median patient age was 37 years, with 54% being female and knee and shoulder injuries as the most prevalent treatment areas.
Episode of care data reflected median charges of $1,291, with athletic trainers generating significant revenue through insurance reimbursement.
Billing practices showed similarities to other allied health professionals, with athletic trainers using CPT codes for services rendered.

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Retrospective cohort study examines athletic trainers' rehabilitation roles and billing practices in outpatient settings, indicating potential for greater insurance reimbursement.

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Martin et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d473b531b076d99fa6c655 https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-0171.25

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Retrospective cohort study examines athletic trainers' rehabilitation roles and billing practices in outpatient settings, indicating potential for greater insurance reimbursement.

Athletic Trainers as Outpatient Rehabilitation Providers: An Analysis of Role, Value, and Insurance Reimbursement in a Large Academic Healthcare System

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Athletic Trainers as Outpatient Rehabilitation Providers: An Analysis of Role, Value, and Insurance Reimbursement in a Large Academic Healthcare System

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