Our Difference

We Make the World Stronger.

At Confluent Health, our purpose is to bring together the resources that accelerate the advancement of musculoskeletal health solutions that strengthen patients, business, communities, and health systems across our national footprint. We do this by prioritizing quality care, meaningful outcomes, and broad patient access. Our commitment to evidence-based care means patients and referring providers can count on us for long-lasting results without the unnecessary surgery, medication, or diagnostic imaging.

Outcomes matter to us – and we are ready to prove it.

Board Certification Makes the Difference & Confluent Health Leads Our Industry

Therapists can pursue advanced board certifications that demonstrate expertise in areas such as Orthopedics, Sports, Neurology, Pelvic Health, Pediatrics, and Geriatrics. These credentials reflect advanced clinical knowledge and a commitment to delivering specialized, high-quality patient care.

0 %

of eligible Confluent Health Therapists are Board Certified

Industry Average is less than 10%

Therapists with OCS were more efficient than therapists without OCS, using fewer visits (average of 9.1 vs average 11.2) for less estimated cost (average of $949 vs average of $1,238) and performed fewer treatment procedures.

Therapists with OCS are more effective using fewer visits. Patients treated by board-certified therapists reported higher functional outcome measure discharge scores than patients treated by therapists without board certification.

Out of all physical therapists licensed in the U.S., only about 6% are Orthopaedic Clinical Specialists (OCS). The advanced clinical knowledge and skill set that comes with a board certification allows therapists to better treat patients in their specialty and keeps them up-to-date with cutting edge research and technology.

Board certified (OCS/SCS) PTs scored highest in MSK knowledge examination, falling short of only orthopedic physicians. This study points to the support of PT’s as direct access MSK providers with OCS/SCS being most knowledgeable.

Confluent Health’s Treatment Philosophy

Through data-driven care models and clinically integrated partnerships, Confluent Health serves as a strategic lever and missing link to reduce spend and improve outcomes.

We are committed to evidence-based treatment. Evidenced-based treatment is the integration of best-available relevant research, patient beliefs, and the clinicians’ experience to provide the very best outcomes and improved, empowered quality of life. By fostering a therapeutic alliance with our patients, we provide the very best care for their individual circumstances.

Patient Centered & Holistic

Biopsychosocial
1:1 evaluation
Align care with patient goals
Medical screening & appropriate referral
Collaboration & continuity across clinicians, facilities, & systems

Evidence-Based & Compliant

Clinical pathway with test, treat, retest model of care
Align with APTA clinical standards & guidelines
Clinical Quality Community
Compliance & quality audit process

In-House Education

Clinical development pathways available includes pain neuroscience education, cervicothoracic, upper extremity, lumbopelvic, and lower extremity management
>60% of eligible clinicians are board-certified
Clinical reasoning labs using
impairment-based model and onsite clinical mentorship leads to continuous learning

Outcomes Driven

Supports value-based care delivery
Standardized patient clinical outcomes tracking utilizing Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs)
Continuous quality improvement

Physical Therapy Early Matters

There are many options patients may choose when experiencing aches, pain and/or mobility challenges. Choosing PT Early and starting physical therapy at the onset of pain is the best first choice for preventing and managing musculoskeletal conditions effectively. PT Early yields better outcomes for the patient and lowers the overall cost of care for patients, payers, and the healthcare system as a whole.

Increasing access for patients to receive PT Early is key to recovery. Hybrid care options allow the patient to be seen where its most convenient to them enhancing access to high quality care and improving effectiveness. PT First programs and Value Based Care arrangements that eliminate co-pays for physical therapy further expand access to care.

Why it Matters

Cuts Healthcare Costs – Using PT as the first step reduces total MSK healthcare expenses by up to 58% and lowers surgical costs by 29%.
Prevents Unnecessary Surgeries – Patients who
start with PT are 3x less likely to require surgery.
Shortens Recovery Time – Faster access to PT leads to quicker recovery and better long-term health.
Reduces Medication Use – Physical therapy has been shown to decrease reliance on opioids by 89%, leading to substantial long-term reductions in opioid use.

The Bottom Line

PT Early users experience shorter care durations, fewer surgeries, and quicker recoveries.

Accessing PT Early leads to overall better wellness by decreasing pain and increasing movement.

Find a PT Clinic Near You.

With over 1,650 sites of care across our national footprint, a healthier tomorrow is never far away.