Mastering Physical Therapy Practice

28/11/2024 28 min
Mastering Physical Therapy Practice

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In this episode of the PT Business Blueprint, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Cody Barnett, a physical therapy practice owner with over 30 years of experience. From his humble beginnings volunteering in a PT department to running a thriving practice in Wichita, Kansas, Cody shares practical advice and inspiring stories for clinicians at all stages of their careers.Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 - Intro: Meet Cody Barnett2:10 - Cody’s Journey into Physical Therapy6:45 - Building a Niche: From Runners to Pickleball Enthusiasts11:20 - Creating a Unique Patient Experience15:35 - Marketing Strategies: Email, Social Media, and Community Events21:00 - Cash-Based PT Practices: Lessons from Wichita26:10 - Best Advice for Aspiring PT Clinic Owners30:45 - The Biggest Changes in PT: Challenges and Opportunities36:15 - The Rewarding Aspects of Running a PT Business41:00 - Parting Shot: Helping the 90% Who Need PTWe cover:How to Start a PT Business: Cody’s journey and tips for new clinic owners.The Power of Niches: Specializing in orthopedics, treating runners, cyclists, and even pickleball players.Marketing Mastery: How Cody leverages email newsletters, community events, and social media to stay top-of-mind.Shifting Focus to Patient Problems: Why talking about solutions instead of credentials transforms how patients perceive PTs.Cash-Based Practice Model: Cody’s bold move to leave insurance networks and its success in Kansas.Advice for New Clinicians: Insights Cody wishes he knew when he started his practice in 2004.