Get occupational therapy or physical therapy (Medical Therapy Unit)

Need to know

The Medical Therapy Program (MTP) is part of California Children's Services (CCS). It helps children who have physical disabilities.
The program may provide:
- Physical therapy (PT)
- Occupational therapy (OT)
- Medical Therapy Conference (MTC) services
A Medical Therapy Conference (MTC) is a team meeting. The team includes:
- The child and their family or caregiver
- A physical therapist
- An occupational therapist
- A doctor
The team works together to plan the child’s care.

Have these ready:
- Your child’s medical records
- Any past therapy reports
- Your child’s school name
- IEP (Individualized Education Plan), if your child has one

Confirm your child qualifies. To qualify, your child must be eligible for California Children’s Services.
Get a referral to California Children’s Services from a parent, teacher, doctor, or case manager.
Submit a signed California Children’s Services application by phone, mail, or fax.
- English CCS Application
- Spanish CCS Application
Send medical records from your child’s doctor or hospital for eligibility review.
If eligible, attend the first program appointment to complete forms.
Attend the therapy evaluation and follow the plan set with the therapist(s).

What's next content

If your child is approved:

Medical Therapy Unit phone: 415-479-2203

Fax: 415-223-9473