KRISTI AYARS P.T., D.P.T.
NPI 1952406522
Physical Therapist in Chico, CA
About Kristi Ayars P.t., D.p.t. NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
KRISTI AYARS P.T., D.P.T. (NPI 1952406522) is an individual physical therapist in Chico, California, licensed in California (PT23905) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is a graduate of Other (1998).
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.
Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS
Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.
Medicare Enrollment Status
Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment
Kristi Ayars P.t., D.p.t. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.
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.
Biofeedback training
Biofeedback training for bowel or bladder control, each additional 15 minutes
Biofeedback training for bowel or bladder control, initial 15 minutes
Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 45 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
Training for self-care or home management, each 15 minutes
Biofeedback training is a technique that helps you learn to control certain body functions, like heart rate or blood pressure. Through this, you can improve your health by gaining more control over these functions. It's often used to manage stress, anxiety, or chronic pain.
This service was performed 15 times for 14 patientsBiofeedback training aids in enhancing control over bowel or bladder functions. It involves monitoring bodily processes like muscle tension and heart rate, and teaching you how to alter these functions through relaxation or visualization techniques. Each session lasts an additional 15 minutes.
This service was performed 39 times for 16 patientsBiofeedback training helps manage bowel or bladder control issues. It involves using sensors to monitor specific body functions. The first 15-minute session allows you to understand and control these functions to improve health and performance.
This service was performed 39 times for 16 patientsElectrical stimulation is a therapy method where mild electrical pulses are used to treat pain or stimulate muscles in certain areas. It's not for wound care but is part of a broader therapy plan. It's safe, non-invasive, and can help improve overall health.
This service was performed 16 times for 13 patientsAn evaluation for physical therapy is a comprehensive assessment of your body's functionality. It typically takes 45 minutes and involves tests to determine your strength, flexibility, balance, and pain levels. This information is crucial to create a personalized therapy plan to improve your mobility and comfort.
This service was performed 87 times for 85 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 182 times for 78 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 25 times for 17 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 2,410 times for 127 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 45 times for 27 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 102 times for 47 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 369 times for 44 patientsThis service involves training sessions, each lasting 15 minutes, focused on teaching you essential self-care or home management skills. You'll learn techniques to manage your health condition at home, promoting independence and enhancing your quality of life.
This service was performed 227 times for 77 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $22.58 for a new patient copayment and $18.29 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 95926 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $90.32
- Minimum New Patient Price $58.87
- Maximum New Patient Price $176.6
- Average New Patient Copayment $22.58
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.71
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $44.15
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $73.16
- Minimum Established Patient Price $19.28
- Maximum Established Patient Price $144.6
- Average Established Patient Copayment $18.29
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.82
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $36.15
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 1 provider is registered at the same or a nearby location.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1952406522, enumerated as an "individual" on September 14, 2006.
The provider is located at 9 WILLIAMSBURG LN CHICO, CA 95926 and the phone number is (530) 520-3792.
Physical Therapist with taxonomy code 225100000X.
