Ridgepoint waiting area in Spokane

Ridgepoint Performance Medicine

For Patients

You don't need a referral to see us. Here's everything you need to know before your first visit.

No Referral Required

You can schedule directly with us — no physician referral needed. We also happily accept provider referrals.

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Insurance & Pricing

Insurance Accepted — Self-Pay Welcome

We're in-network with major insurers and offer clear, published self-pay pricing. Either way, there are no surprises.

We Accept Insurance

In-network with the plans below. Coverage can vary — contact us at info@ridgepointmed.com and we'll verify your specific plan and benefits before your visit.

Premera
Cigna
First Choice Health
Aetna

Self-Pay Pricing

Paying out of pocket? Here's exactly what you'll pay.

Office Visits

Office Visit Price
New Patient Visit (medical or chiro) $250
Follow-Up Visit (medical or chiro) $150

Procedures

All procedures are ultrasound guided.

Procedure Price
Corticosteroid injection (joint or tendon sheath) $200
D5W or prolotherapy injection* $200
Nerve hydro-dissection with D5W $200
Hyalgan injection (per injection) $250
PRP injection (unilateral) $550
PRP injection (bilateral) $900
PRFM injection (unilateral) $550
PRFM injection (bilateral) $900

* D5W = 5% dextrose in water · Prolotherapy = dextrose, saline & local anesthetic · PRP = Platelet Rich Plasma · PRFM = Platelet Rich Fibrin Matrix

Your First Visit

What to Expect

01

A Real Conversation

Your appointment starts with us listening — understanding your problem, how it affects daily life, what you've tried, and what you want to get back to. This context shapes everything that follows.

02

Thorough Physical Examination

Our physician performs a comprehensive exam specific to your complaint — movement, strength, range of motion, and any relevant joint or soft-tissue findings. Not a five-minute checkout.

03

A Clear Diagnosis

We explain what's happening in plain language. If imaging is clinically indicated we'll order it or review what you have — if it isn't, we'll explain why, and you won't be sent for unnecessary scans.

04

Your Personalized Plan

Before you leave, you'll know exactly what the plan is — rehab, manual therapy, a follow-up, or a combination — and what to expect next. No mystery, no guessing.

Our Promise to You

You will leave knowing what's wrong, why it's happening, and what we're going to do about it.

Too many patients leave appointments more confused than when they arrived. We take the time to explain clearly — because understanding your condition is part of recovering from it.

Integrated Care Team

Your care may involve our physician, rehab specialist, and/or chiropractor — all working from the same plan. You won't have to re-explain your history to each one; the team communicates internally so your care is seamless.

Location & Hours
534 E Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA 99202
Monday – Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
info@ridgepointmed.com
Our Promise to You

Always Do What's Right for the Patient

Not what's easiest. Not what's most profitable. Not what keeps the schedule moving. What is actually right for you — every time.

Ridgepoint founding principle displayed in the clinic
What We Treat

Conditions We See

If it involves your muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, or spine — we likely treat it. This is not an exhaustive list. If you're unsure whether we're the right fit, reach out and we'll let you know.

Spine
Low back pain
Neck pain & stiffness
Sciatica & radiating pain
Disc-related pain
Thoracic pain & stiffness
Shoulder & Upper Body
Rotator cuff pain & tendinopathy
Shoulder impingement
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
Elbow pain (tennis/golfer's elbow)
Wrist & hand injuries
Hip & Lower Body
Hip pain & dysfunction
Groin strains & hip flexor pain
IT band syndrome
Hamstring strains
Hip bursitis
Knee
Knee pain (general)
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellar tendinopathy
Meniscus pain (non-surgical)
Knee osteoarthritis management
Ankle & Foot
Ankle sprains
Achilles tendinopathy
Plantar fasciitis
Peroneal tendinopathy
Stress fractures (foot)
Not Sure?

If you're dealing with a musculoskeletal problem and aren't certain we're the right fit, reach out. We'd rather take five minutes to point you in the right direction than have you wait for an appointment that isn't appropriate.

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Your First Visit

We Build a Plan Around
Your Goals — Not a Template.

Before You Come In

How to Prepare

Coming prepared helps us use your appointment time as efficiently as possible — and ensures we get the full picture right away.

Bring any prior imaging

X-rays, MRI reports, ultrasound results — bring them or have your office send them ahead of time.

Know your medication list

Include any supplements, NSAIDs, or injections you've received for this problem.

Note what makes it better or worse

Positions, activities, times of day — these patterns tell us a lot about what's happening clinically.

Think about your goals

What do you want to get back to? Running a race, returning to work, picking up your grandkids, hiking without pain — knowing this helps us build the right plan.

Bring your insurance card & ID

We'll handle the rest at check-in. Insurance and payment options will be discussed before your visit.

Wear comfortable clothing

We'll need to examine the affected area — clothing that allows access to the relevant body part makes the exam easier.

FAQ

Common Questions

Do I need a referral from my doctor? +

No. You can schedule directly with Ridgepoint without a physician referral. We welcome self-referred patients. If your doctor referred you, that's great too — we'll communicate directly with their office throughout your care.

What's the difference between Ridgepoint and a regular physical therapy clinic? +

We're a comprehensive musculoskeletal clinic, not a standalone PT clinic. We begin with a physician-led evaluation that establishes the diagnosis, then build care — rehab, manual therapy, or procedural — from one integrated team. This catches things that get missed when treatment starts without a diagnosis.

Will I need surgery? +

Most musculoskeletal conditions can be managed without surgery, and our approach is conservative-first. If our team believes surgery is the best option, we'll tell you clearly and connect you with top-tier orthopedic surgeons in the area. Either way, you'll always know where you stand.

How long will my first appointment be? +

Initial evaluations typically take 45–60 minutes. This is intentional — we take the time needed to understand your history, perform a thorough exam, and build a plan. Follow-up visits are shorter but still substantive.

Do you accept insurance? +

We are in the process of establishing insurance contracts. Please contact us directly at info@ridgepointmed.com to discuss current insurance participation and payment options before scheduling. We want to make sure there are no surprises.

Will I see the same provider each visit? +

Depending on your care plan, you may work primarily with one provider or rotate between our sports medicine physician, rehab specialist, and chiropractor. Regardless of who you see, the team communicates and works from a single shared plan — so you never have to re-explain your situation.

I've already tried PT somewhere else. Can you still help? +

Absolutely — many of our patients have seen other providers first. We start fresh with a physician evaluation to confirm the diagnosis, since treatment often fails when the underlying problem wasn't fully identified. We build on what's been tried and fill in the gaps.

Ready to Get Started?

Request an appointment and our team will reach out to schedule your initial evaluation.