Athletico Physical Therapy

Athletico Physical Therapy Opens in Grand Blanc, Michigan

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

GRAND BLANC, Mich., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletico Physical Therapy has opened a new location in Grand Blanc, Michigan, located across from Kroger and next to Starbucks on S. Saginaw Rd. This location offers convenient hours, including early morning, late evening and Saturday appointments, and does not require a referral or prescription to start treatment. To learn more, or to schedule a free assessment, visit www.athletico.com/GrandBlanc.

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  • GRAND BLANC, Mich., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletico Physical Therapy has opened a new location in Grand Blanc, Michigan, located across from Kroger and next to Starbucks on S. Saginaw Rd.
  • "I'm looking forward to providing quality physical therapy services to patients in the wonderful community of Grand Blanc," said Brad Bond, PT, DPT, Clinic Manager of Athletico Grand Blanc.
  • "Physical therapy has many benefits for individuals experiencing pain, decreased range of motion, strength or balance issues, and anything that impairs the quality and function of their life.
  • Services available at Athletico Grand Blanc include:
    Physical therapy – Our physical therapists treat you to reduce pain, improve or restore mobility, and to help you remain at your optimal health without further risk of injury.

Athletico Physical Therapy Opens in Rochester Hills, Michigan

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletico Physical Therapy has opened a new location in Rochester Hills, Michigan, located at the corner of E. Avon and Rochester Rd. next to Starbucks. This location offers convenient hours, including early morning and late evening appointments, and does not require a referral or prescription to start treatment. To learn more, or to schedule a free assessment, visit www.athletico.com/RochesterHills.

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  • ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletico Physical Therapy has opened a new location in Rochester Hills, Michigan, located at the corner of E. Avon and Rochester Rd.
  • "After experiencing physical therapy firsthand as a patient in high school, I realized my passion for helping others achieve their health goals in a fun, active, and engaging way," said Brad Stegmeyer, PT, DPT, FAFS, Clinic Manager of Athletico Rochester Hills.
  • "I'm looking forward to being part of the Rochester Hills community and helping others overcome their pain and injuries."
  • Services available at Athletico Rochester Hills include:
    Physical therapy – Our physical therapists treat you to reduce pain, improve or restore mobility, and to help you remain at your optimal health without further risk of injury.

Chris Throckmorton Named Chief Executive Officer of EyeCare Partners

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

EyeCare Partners (ECP), the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care, today announced that Chris Throckmorton has been named Chief Executive Officer, succeeding the role held by Ben Breier as Interim CEO.

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  • EyeCare Partners (ECP), the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care, today announced that Chris Throckmorton has been named Chief Executive Officer, succeeding the role held by Ben Breier as Interim CEO.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240125358800/en/
    Chris Throckmorton has been named CEO of EyeCare Partners (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We are thrilled Chris is joining the organization,” said Mr. Breier, Head of U.S.
  • Prior to that, Mr. Throckmorton had served as Pivot Health CEO since 2019, helping build the organization into a leading physical therapy provider.
  • “Joining EyeCare Partners as CEO is an incredible opportunity to lead a talented team that is passionate about world-class eye care, continuous learning and innovation,” said Mr. Throckmorton.

Athletico Physical Therapy and PicklePlay Team Up for Exclusive Partnership

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

OAK BROOK, Ill., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With a record number of players joining the pickleball community, Athletico Physical Therapy, a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy and athletic training services, is excited to announce a new partnership with PicklePlay , a comprehensive pickleball app that helps players find local pickleball courts, clubs, events and players.

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  • OAK BROOK, Ill., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With a record number of players joining the pickleball community, Athletico Physical Therapy, a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy and athletic training services, is excited to announce a new partnership with PicklePlay , a comprehensive pickleball app that helps players find local pickleball courts, clubs, events and players.
  • The partnership will provide PicklePlay's nearly 100,000 users nationwide with exclusive content to support wellness and injury-prevention in the sport, as well as access to in-clinic and virtual free assessments at Athletico locations throughout the country.
  • "PicklePlay has a highly engaged community of players, and we are excited about the mutual benefits of this partnership," said Carrie Bienkowski, Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer at Athletico.
  • To stay up to date on the latest pickleball content, visit The Official PicklePlay Blog for more health, wellness, and injury-prevention tips in partnership with Athletico.

Athletico Physical Therapy Announces 11th Annual Coach of the Year Award Recipient

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

OAK BROOK, Ill., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletico Physical Therapy is proud to announce Coach Chris Vitt of Tinley Park High School (TPHS) in Tinley Park, Illinois as the recipient of the 2023 Athletico Coach of the Year Award .

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  • OAK BROOK, Ill., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletico Physical Therapy is proud to announce Coach Chris Vitt of Tinley Park High School (TPHS) in Tinley Park, Illinois as the recipient of the 2023 Athletico Coach of the Year Award .
  • The Athletico Coach of the Year Award recognizes coaches for all they do to serve their local communities, including sportsmanship, coaching success and classroom involvement.
  • In honor of his achievements, Coach Vitt will receive an engraved award, a $250 Amazon gift card, and an Athletico prize package.
  • "Coach Vitt's nomination for Coach of the Year is a testament to excellence," said Mike Overturf, LAT, ATC, NASM-PES, Director of Athletic Training Services, Athletico.

Athletico Physical Therapy and Grand Rapids Ballet Announce Partnership

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

OAK BROOK, Ill., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midwest-based Athletico Physical Therapy, a leading provider of the highest quality orthopedic rehabilitation services to communities, employers and athletes, today announced a new partnership with Grand Rapids Ballet (GRB), Michigan's first professional ballet company.

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  • OAK BROOK, Ill., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midwest-based Athletico Physical Therapy, a leading provider of the highest quality orthopedic rehabilitation services to communities, employers and athletes, today announced a new partnership with Grand Rapids Ballet (GRB), Michigan's first professional ballet company.
  • Athletico will serve as the Official Physical Therapy Provider for GRB during the 2023-2024 season, including The Nutcracker set to open on December 9, 2023.
  • "Grand Rapids Ballet's professional dancers have received exceptional treatment from Athletico for some time," said John C. Ferraro, Company and Facilities Manager for Grand Rapids Ballet.
  • Shannon Lubs, PT, DPT, Clinic Manager and Performing Arts Rehabilitation Specialist at Athletico, added: "We are delighted to expand our partnership with Grand Rapids Ballet for this upcoming season.

Athletico Physical Therapy Helps Clinicians Conquer Student Debt Burden with SoFi at Work Loan Repayment Program

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

OAK BROOK, Ill., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletico Physical Therapy, a top national provider of the highest quality orthopedic rehabilitation services to communities, employers, and athletes, and SoFi at Work, a leading provider of holistic financial well-being and education assistance benefits, today announced the launch of a new partnership that will help Athletico clinicians pay down student loan debt faster, putting them on a path to financial independence. Beginning Jan. 1, 2024, Athletico will contribute $100 monthly toward eligible clinicians' student loan debt. This tax-free contribution can help the average employee save up to $16,119 on their loan after eight years, and pay the loan off twenty months faster. The Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) is available to all 3,400 benefits-eligible physical therapists, occupational therapists, athletic trainers, and physical and occupational therapy assistants, as well as new hires in those roles, who work 30+ hours per week.

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  • Beginning Jan. 1, 2024, Athletico will contribute $100 monthly toward eligible clinicians' student loan debt.
  • This tax-free contribution can help the average employee save up to $16,119 on their loan after eight years, and pay the loan off twenty months faster.
  • The Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) is available to all 3,400 benefits-eligible physical therapists, occupational therapists, athletic trainers, and physical and occupational therapy assistants, as well as new hires in those roles, who work 30+ hours per week.
  • Like the majority of clinical professionals in the physical therapy field, Athletico clinicians often enter the workforce with a substantial amount of student debt.

NextGen Healthcare Supports Athletico Physical Therapy’s Growing Footprint

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Monday, September 25, 2023

NextGen Healthcare, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXGN), a leading provider of innovative, cloud-based healthcare technology solutions, today announced its extended agreement with Athletico Physical Therapy (Athletico), one of the nation’s largest providers of the highest quality orthopedic rehabilitation services to communities, employers and athletes.

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  • NextGen Healthcare, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXGN), a leading provider of innovative, cloud-based healthcare technology solutions, today announced its extended agreement with Athletico Physical Therapy (Athletico), one of the nation’s largest providers of the highest quality orthopedic rehabilitation services to communities, employers and athletes.
  • NextGen® Enterprise electronic health record (EHR) and NextGen® Enterprise practice management (PM) will be used to optimize clinical and financial performance across Athletico’s newly expanded footprint.
  • Recognized as a national leader in exceptional patient care and outcomes, Athletico is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago.
  • “NextGen Healthcare has been instrumental to our ongoing pursuit of operational efficiency and excellence in patient care, and we are excited to expand this relationship,” said Chris Throckmorton , President and CEO of Athletico Physical Therapy.

Athletico Physical Therapy and the Chicago Bears Announce Multiyear Partnership Renewal

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on a relationship of over 20 years, Athletico Physical Therapy, a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy and athletic training services, announced today a multiyear partnership extension with the Chicago Bears. The extended partnership will see Athletico continue as the Official Physical Therapy Partner of the Bears, providing athletic training support to the team throughout the season and receiving exposure via a mix of in-stadium, media, and digital marketing assets.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on a relationship of over 20 years, Athletico Physical Therapy, a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy and athletic training services, announced today a multiyear partnership extension with the Chicago Bears.
  • The extended partnership will see Athletico continue as the Official Physical Therapy Partner of the Bears, providing athletic training support to the team throughout the season and receiving exposure via a mix of in-stadium, media, and digital marketing assets.
  • "Athletico Physical Therapy has been an official partner of the Chicago Bears for 20 years," said Doug Carnahan, Vice President of Corporate Partnerships, Chicago Bears.
  • As part of the multiyear agreement, Athletico will support the Bears' sports medicine team with their day-to-day operations during the season.

Athletico Physical Therapy Recognized for Providing Exceptional Patient Care by CMS

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Monday, August 14, 2023

OAK BROOK, Ill., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletico Physical Therapy, a leading provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy services, has again been ranked as a top-tier provider by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS) for excellence in patient care in 2022. Athletico clinicians voluntarily participated in the annual CMS Quality Payment Program, achieving "Exceptional" scores for their commitment to quality outcomes and cost-effective care under the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). This marks Athletico's fourth consecutive year as a top-tier performer.

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  • OAK BROOK, Ill., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletico Physical Therapy, a leading provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy services, has again been ranked as a top-tier provider by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS) for excellence in patient care in 2022.
  • Athletico clinicians voluntarily participated in the annual CMS Quality Payment Program, achieving "Exceptional" scores for their commitment to quality outcomes and cost-effective care under the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS).
  • "Athletico has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality musculoskeletal services and exceptional patient care.
  • "We firmly believe that physical and occupational therapy services are on the right side of the value curve for mitigating musculoskeletal care costs.