KATHERINE C DE LA CRUZ DPT
NPI 1588148688
Physical Therapist in Philadelphia, PA
About Katherine C De La Cruz Dpt NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
KATHERINE C DE LA CRUZ DPT (NPI 1588148688) is an individual physical therapist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (027000) and active in the NPI registry since September 2018.
NPPES Registry Identity
Specialties & Licenses
Physical therapists (PTs) are licensed health care professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest, who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. PTs examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. In addition, PTs work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles. PTs:<ul><li>Diagnose and manage movement dysfunction and enhance physical and functional abilities.</li><li>Restore, maintain, and promote not only optimal physical function but optimal wellness and fitness and optimal quality of life as it relates to movement and health.</li><li>Prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries.</li><li>Treat conditions of the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and/or integumentary systems.</li><li>Address the negative effects attributable to unique personal and environmental factors as they relate to human performance.</li></ul>PTs provide care for people in a variety of settings, including hospitals, private practices, outpatient clinics, home health agencies, schools, sports and fitness facilities, work settings, and nursing homes. State licensure is required in each state in which a PT practices.
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes
Test or measurement for functional capacity, each 15 minutes
Therapy procedure for walking training, each 15 minutes
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes
Therapy procedure using functional activities
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes
An evaluation for physical therapy is a 30-minute session where a physical therapist assesses your current physical condition. They'll examine your strength, flexibility, balance, and mobility to identify areas needing improvement. This helps tailor a therapy plan to your specific needs.
This service was performed 31 times for 28 patientsThis procedure measures your functional capacity, or ability to perform tasks, over 15-minute intervals. It can help identify limitations or improvements in your physical abilities. The test may involve activities like walking, lifting, or bending.
This service was performed 123 times for 37 patientsWalking training therapy is a process to improve your ability to walk. It's a 15-minute session where you'll practice walking with the help of devices or exercises. It aims to enhance balance, strength, coordination, and endurance.
This service was performed 860 times for 48 patientsThis therapy helps retrain your brain, nerves, and muscles to work together. Through targeted exercises, your body learns to regain lost functions or improve current abilities. Each session lasts 15 minutes.
This service was performed 43 times for 15 patientsThis therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.
This service was performed 1,521 times for 56 patientsA therapy procedure using functional activities encourages you to use your own body movements in day-to-day tasks to aid recovery. It aims to improve your mobility, strength, and overall health by incorporating therapeutic exercises into your routine.
This service was performed 1,372 times for 53 patientsThis therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.
This service was performed 189 times for 24 patientsOther Providers at the Same Location
The following 16 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1588148688, enumerated as an "individual" on September 24, 2018.
The provider is located at 4712 CHESTER AVE PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143 and the phone number is (215) 727-4450.
Physical Therapist with taxonomy code 225100000X.
