How can debt be used strategically to grow or acquire a physical therapy business?

Is going into debt for a DPT degree still worth it in 2025?

Join us for a special crossover session, "The Breakfast Club," originally recorded on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Jimmy McKay, Director of Communications at Mount Sinai Hospital and Anthony (Tony Maritato) Maritato, a seasoned physical therapist, private practice owner, and online business entrepreneur.

Tune in to PT Pintcast on YouTube for Physical Therapy Conversations connecting busy PTs to their profession here.

In this episode, we cover:

[01:01] The Power of Debt in Business

[03:55] Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

[09:46] Education as an Investment

[16:27] Entrepreneurial Mindset and Personal Stories

[22:26] Financing Strategies and Accounts Receivable

[30:31] Revolutionizing Clinic Intake with AI

[31:15] Personalization in Patient Care

[31:35] AI in Advertising and Healthcare

[32:14] Psychological Benefits of Personalization

[33:29] Practical Implementation of AI in Clinics

[37:51] Challenges and Considerations

[40:18] Future of AI in Healthcare

[49:05] Leveraging AI for Better Patient Outcomes

[56:12] Parting shots

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Would you give up 25% of your business if it meant guaranteed success?

Is it time for physical therapists to stop relying on insurance forever?

On this episode of The Dave Kittle Show, Dave talks with Eric Broadworth of Fuel Physical Therapy about growing a PT practice. They cover one-on-one care, pay models, and the challenges of opening new locations. Eric shares his goal of becoming the largest out-of-network provider and talks through possible partnerships and consulting-for-equity ideas. They also discuss how private equity and insurance changes are pushing clinics to rethink their approach.

In this episode, we cover:

[0:55] Introducting Eric Broadworth

[01:22] Reflecting on Coaching and Business Equity

[03:10] Expansion Plans and Goals

[06:59] Red Light Therapy and Services

[10:23] Challenges and Opportunities in Physical Therapy

[17:21] Compensation Models and Growth Strategies

[23:23] Jeff Moore's Onward Health Business Model

[26:14] Exploring Cash Flow and Real Estate Investments

[35:16] The Role of Marketing and Patient Acquisition

[36:38] Therapist Compensation Models

[38:23] Therapist Workload and Services

[40:07] Collaborative Growth and Equity Models

[45:55] Private Equity and Rollover Equity Explained

[48:58] Consulting for Equity

Connect with Dave on:

Email: Dave@Conciergepainrelief.com

Instagram: @davekittle

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davekittle/

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Call (646)-781-8884

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Why do so many private practice owners struggle to let go of roles like billing, even when their business is growing?

What should a practice owner do after a bad experience with a billing company?

Join us for a special crossover session, "The Breakfast Club," originally recorded on PT Pintcast. I'm your host, Dave Kittle, alongside Anthony (Tony Maritato) Maritato, a seasoned physical therapist, private practice owner, and online business entrepreneur.

Tune in to PT Pintcast on YouTube for Physical Therapy Conversations connecting busy PTs to their profession here.

In this episode, we cover:

[00:58] Billing Challenges in Private Practices

[02:32] The Importance of Treating Your Practice Like a Business

[03:17] The Need for Delegation and Outsourcing

[04:42] Personal Experiences with Billing Companies

[08:56] Mindset and Money Management in Business

[16:58] Effective Recruitment and Hiring Strategies

[17:50] Creating Effective Job Ads

[25:12] The Rise of a Social Media Influencer

[26:11] Linking Social Media to Business

[28:13] Steal This Strategy for Physical Therapists

[29:11] The Value of Personal Branding

[33:01] Medicare Plan of Care Certification Changes

[34:13] Challenges with Physician Signatures

[40:09] The Future of Physical Therapy Licensing

[48:15] Parting Shots

Connect with Dave on:

Email: Dave@Conciergepainrelief.com

Instagram: @davekittle

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davekittle/

or

Call (646)-781-8884

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davekittle/

or

Call (646)-781-8884

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