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Elena Shulman, PTA

PTA

Orthopedic

Shulman Physical Therapy

505 CITY SPRINGS RD APT 12, Rapid City, SD 57702(585) 354-00285 years practicing
63/100
NPI1457929358

Is Elena Shulman, PTA a Good Physical Therapist?

Elena Shulman, PTA has a trust score of 63/100 — a solid, above-average rating for physical therapists in Rapid City. With 5 years of practice (below the area average of 14), they are relatively early in their career but past the initial years.

The most important verification step for any physical therapist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Shulman's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What to Expect & Cost

A first visit with Elena Shulman, PTA is an evaluation — usually 45–60 minutes covering your history, movement and strength testing, and a treatment plan. Follow-up sessions run 30–60 minutes and often involve hands-on therapy plus exercises. With a orthopedic focus, expect care geared toward that area.

With insurance, expect a copay of $20–$75 per visit; plans often cap the number of visits per year. Self-pay rates typically run $75–$150 per session. Most states allow direct access (no referral needed to start), though some insurers still require a physician referral for coverage.

These are general ranges, not Elena Shulman, PTA's published prices. Confirm fees and coverage directly with the practice.

Before Your First Visit

  • Check your visit limit — call your insurer and ask how many PT visits per year are covered and what the copay is.
  • Ask whether you need a referral — even in direct-access states, some plans require one for reimbursement.
  • Wear comfortable clothing — loose clothes and sneakers let you move freely during the evaluation.
  • Bring imaging and referrals — X-ray/MRI reports or a surgeon's notes help the therapist tailor your plan.
  • Confirm the credential — licensed physical therapists hold a DPT (or MPT/BPT) and an active state license.

Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Peer Comparison

5

Years practicing

14

Avg in Rapid City

191

PTs in Rapid City

PTA

Credential

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners (PT), whose official record verifies license status, board actions. Check Shulman's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Orthopedic
Credential
PTA
Gender
Female
NPI Since
06/16/2021

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