Frequently Asked Questions
Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT) is a sophisticated form of manual therapy that focuses on relieving strains in specific tissues that have been damaged due to trauma, infection, or inflammation. IMT is a structural-based form of treatment, meaning that the focus is on specific anatomical tissue. IMT is taught through the Connecticut School of IMT in Bloomfield, CT.
The focus of IMT is on the treatment of specific tissues in order to restore the potential for that tissue to function as normally as possible. There is a tissue-specific technique for every tissue in the body. An IMT treatment session focuses on finding and treating tissues in the body that are limiting the body’s return to normal function and are causing pain and decreases in range of motion.
In our office we do not use ultrasound, electric stim, hot or cold packs, or any other traditionally used PT modalities. All treatments are 100% manual, and all patients receive a 55-minute hour treatment that is completely performed by a licensed physical therapist.
Therapist Level
Experience
Initial Evaluation
55 Minute PT Treatment
30 Minute PT Treatment
Principal
2 – 6 years
Initial Evaluation
$250
55 Minute PT Treatment
$200
30 Minute PT Treatment
$100
$250
$200
$100
Master
7+ years
Initial Evaluation
$270
55 Minute PT Treatment
$220
30 Minute PT Treatment
$110
$270
$220
$110
Lisa Klein
(Owner)
Initial Evaluation
$315
55 Minute PT Treatment
$265
30 Minute PT Treatment
$132.5
$315
$265
$132.5
*Please know that all of our physical therapists are certified, licensed and have many years of experience practicing as physical therapists. The years of experience indicated above is specific to IMT therapy practice.
Principal: Elizabeth Gurdian PT, DPT
Master: Angela Venerable-Joyner MHS, DPT | Anne Suazo, MSPT | Kate Halon, PT | Ronald Murray DPT |
Klein Integrative PT is a non-participating (out-of-network) provider with all insurance plans. We are a fee-for-service practice and we do not accept insurance. Patients pay at the time of service.
We do have a professional in-house billing agent who will submit claims for reimbursement electronically to your insurance company on your behalf at no charge.
We will see patients who are under the care of workman’s compensation as long as we have prior approval for payment. We will see patients who have been injured in a motor vehicle accident as long as we have payment approval in advance by the insurance company.
Most of our patients rely on receiving insurance reimbursement. We bill usual and customary PT codes and will make sure patients receive the documentation necessary to receive the maximum reimbursement available. We advise our patients to contact their insurance companies prior to their first visit to find out what their benefits are for outpatient, out-of-network physical therapy visits.
In the District of Columbia and the State of Maryland, patients do not need an MD prescription to receive physical therapy treatment. In Virginia, however, an MD prescription is required for physical therapy treatment. This is stated in our PT Practice Act; it has nothing to do with what your insurance company requires.
As most of our patients file for insurance reimbursement, we recommend that even if they are being treated primarily in DC, we have an MD referral on file in order to minimize insurance issues.
We treat a wide range of patients. Patients generally seek out IPT because they are looking for an effective holistic form of treatment. Our philosophy is comprehensive and system-specific. Because we are looking at all tissues in the body, we have great results with patients who are complex. Many patients are referred to us by area PTs who are taking IPT classes and are looking for guidance with treating challenging patients.
The conditions we treat include (but are not limited to): severe neck and back pain; headaches; pre and post surgery; pre and post natal; severe orthopedic issues; mild to severe neurological issues; chronic and acute Lyme; ADD/ADHD/executive function disorder; autism; and chronic medical issues including autoimmune disorders and IBS.
Our DC office handles appointment scheduling for all offices. You can reach us at (202) 669-8098. You may also call our Herndon office directly at (703) 429-4603.
Our DC office can be reach by fax at (202) 525-1249 and our Herndon office can be reached by fax at (571) 287-7432.
For our DC office, metered street parking is available on P St, O St and throughout the neighborhood. Colonial Parking operates a 2-level garage below our building with the entrance on P St. They are open to the public Monday and Tuesday 6:00am to 7:00pm, Wednesday 6:00am to 9:00pm, Thursday and Friday 6:00am-12:00am, Saturday 10:am to 12:00am and on Sunday from 8:00am to 10:00pm. The fees are $11 for 1 hour with a daily max of $21. The early bird rate is $15.95 when entering before 9:00am.
We recommend allowing extra time for parking on your first visit.
For our Herndon office, parking is readily available just outside the office in a parking lot.
For our Silver Spring office, there is metered street parking, and 2 public parking garages within a block from the building. The Thayer Public Parking Lots, ½ block behind the office, are located at 913 and 919 Silver Spring Ave. You can pay by space on the app or at the kiosk. The elevator is located at the garage entrance.
For our DC office, the Metro Orange/Blue/Silver Lines run to the Farragut West Station which is located a half block from the office. The Metro Red Line runs to the Farragut North Station which is across the Farragut Square Park, about 1 1/2 blocks from our office.
For our Silver Spring office, the Metro Red line Downtown Silver Spring station is located 4 blocks south of the office building at 8400 Colesville Road. Please check the Metro maps for details.
At KIPT, we believe your physical therapy should be centered around you — your goals, your schedule, and your body. That’s why we’ve chosen a cash-based (self-pay) model for our care. Here’s what that means and why many people find it a better fit.
1. Care That’s Built Around Your Goals
In a traditional insurance-driven model, treatment plans are often shaped by what’s covered, how many visits are allowed, or what codes will be reimbursed. In our cash-based model, we’re free to design a plan that fits your body, your history, your lifestyle, and your timeline. Whether you’re seeking answers for acute or chronic pain, a complex medical issue, or simply aiming to move better and stronger — your plan is built around you.
2. More Time, More Attention
With us, your session is dedicated to you — no split attention, no rush. While insurance-based clinics often require shorter visits or shared therapist time, here you get the space to discuss your full story, work through your specific issues, receive hands-on treatment, and progress at your pace. All the treatment visits are conducted by a licensed physical therapist with the majority of the treatment focused on high level manual therapy care. That added time, focus, and skill often means faster improvement, fewer visits, and less frustration.
3. Transparent and Straightforward Pricing
No hidden co-pays, surprise bills, or “we’ll see what insurance allows” worries. With a cash-based model, you know upfront what each session costs and what you’re investing in. This gives you more control over your care and helps you budget from day one — which means fewer financial surprises and more peace of mind.
4. Flexibility and Choice
You get to choose your provider, choose your schedule, and choose the level of care you want. This model also removes a lot of the red tape: less waiting for approval, fewer limitations on techniques, and more freedom to adjust your plan as you change and improve. In short: less “one-size-fits-all” and more “this is your path”.
5. Focused on Long-Term Results, Not Session Counts
Instead of trying to squeeze you into a fixed number of physical therapy visits, we focus on meaningful change. We’re not just treating symptoms; we’re getting to root causes, restoring how you move, and equipping you for what’s next — whether that’s running, lifting, playing with your kids, or simply everyday comfort. That often means fewer total visits, better outcomes, and fewer setbacks down the road.
If you value:
● One‐on‐one, hands-on care
● Personalized, goal-driven treatment
● Clear, upfront investment with no hidden costs
● Flexibility to move when and how you need to A partnership with your therapist, rather than being funneled into pre-set lengths or session quotas
…then yes, this model may be exactly what you’re looking for.
Ready to Get Started?
Let’s talk. We’ll walk through your injury or limitation, your goals, what’s been working (or not), and how we can build a plan together that makes sense for you. Because when the care is built around you, the outcomes change — and you move better, feel better, and stay better.