How Mobile Physical Therapy Helps New Braunfels Seniors Stay Independent at Home
If you're an older adult living in New Braunfels—or the family member of one—you're probably aware that maintaining mobility, balance, and strength is essential for preserving independence and avoiding the need to move into an assisted living facility. What you may not know is that there's a highly effective, convenient option available right here in our community: mobile outpatient physical therapy.
Mobile physical therapy brings licensed therapists directly to your home—but not all in-home therapy is the same. In this blog, we’ll explore how Medicare Part B-covered mobile outpatient therapy differs from Medicare Part A-covered home health services, and why understanding that difference can be the key to continued progress and independence.
What Is Mobile Outpatient Physical Therapy?
Mobile outpatient physical therapy is outpatient care delivered in your home. That means we come to you, just like a traditional outpatient clinic would—without you needing to travel.
We specialize in helping older adults improve balance, strength, and mobility so they can stay active, safe, and independent at home. Our goal is to reduce fall risk, prevent hospitalizations, and help you enjoy life without the need for a nursing home or assisted living transition.
And yes—this care is covered by Medicare Part B.
Medicare Part B vs. Medicare Part A: What’s the Difference?
Understanding the difference between Medicare Part A "home health" and Medicare Part B "outpatient at home"services is critical. These two types of care may look similar—after all, both happen in your home—but they have different requirements, coverage rules, and care goals.
1. Home Health (Medicare Part A)
Eligibility: Must be homebound (meaning it’s very difficult to leave home without assistance).
Services: Typically includes nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and sometimes speech therapy.
Short-term: Often provided after a hospital stay, surgery, or during recovery from illness.
Discharge: Once your condition stabilizes or you’re no longer considered homebound, home health services end.
2. Outpatient at Home (Medicare Part B)
Eligibility: No need to be homebound. Anyone eligible for Medicare Part B can receive this care at home.
Services: Outpatient physical therapy, just like you’d get in a clinic—but in your living room.
Longer-term focus: Ideal for continued care after discharge from home health, or if you want to prevent decline and avoid future injuries.
Flexibility: No homebound status required, and you can continue with therapy for as long as medically necessary.
Why Choose BTY Physical Therapy in New Braunfels?
We are proud to serve the New Braunfels, TX area with personalized, one-on-one physical therapy right at home. Here’s how we help seniors age in place safely:
Fall prevention: We assess your home environment and physical condition to develop a plan that reduces fall risks.
Balance and strength training: Tailored exercises to restore mobility and confidence.
Post-hospital or post-home health continuation: If you've recently been discharged from home health, we can seamlessly continue your therapy without interruption.
No need to travel: We come to you, eliminating the burden of transportation or waiting rooms.
Real-Life Example: How Medicare Part B Services Keep Therapy Going
Imagine this: You’ve just finished home health therapy after a knee or hip replacement. Your homebound status ends, but you still feel unsteady. Under Medicare Part A, your therapy stops.
That’s where we come in—under Medicare Part B, we continue working with you at home, helping you regain full function, build strength, and avoid falls. No need to drive to a clinic or wait weeks for a new plan of care. You stay safe, supported, and on track.
Helping New Braunfels Seniors Stay Independent, One Visit at a Time
We help older adults in New Braunfels maintain their independence, avoid assisted living, and live with strength and confidence at home. We work directly with your physician and Medicare Part B to ensure you get high-quality, personalized care.
If you or a loved one could benefit from in-home outpatient physical therapy, don’t wait. Whether you're recovering from an injury, noticing balance issues, or want to stay proactive about your health, we're here to help.
Call us today to or request an appointment below to schedule a free consultation. Let’s keep New Braunfels seniors thriving—right at home.
