Comprehensive Guide to UCLA Ashe Center Physical Therapy Services

The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (The Ashe Center) at UCLA is dedicated to providing comprehensive, accessible, and high-quality healthcare and education tailored to the unique needs of UCLA students. As the healthcare home for UCLA students, The Ashe Center offers a wide array of services, including physical therapy, to support their overall well-being. This article delves into the physical therapy services available at The Ashe Center, providing essential information for students seeking care.

Introduction to The Ashe Center

The Ashe Center is an appointment-based, ambulatory student health clinic located in the heart of the UCLA campus. It operates with the aim of supporting the unique development of all UCLA students through accessible and state-of-the-art healthcare. The center is designed with a unique visual theme, categorizing its four floors into different biomes to aid navigation:

First Floor: Ocean Theme 🪸
Second Floor: Desert Theme 🌵
Third Floor: Forest Theme 🌲
Fourth Floor: Mountain Theme 🗻

Physical Therapy services are located on the 4th floor (Room 417), which embodies the Mountain theme.

Overview of Services at The Ashe Center

The Ashe Center offers a comprehensive system of care, managing student health insurance plans (UCSHIP) and providing a wide range of services, including:

Primary Care
Immunizations
Travel Medicine
Specialty Clinics
Radiology & Laboratory
Gynecology Services
Acupuncture
Physical Therapy

Focus on Physical Therapy Services

Comprehensive Care for Various Conditions

The Ashe Center's physical therapy services provide quality and personalized care for a variety of orthopedic conditions. Whether students are recovering from sports injuries or dealing with chronic pain, the physical therapy team is equipped to support their recovery.

Sports Medicine at UCLA Health

UCLA Health offers expert orthopedic and sports medicine care, extending its services to top athletes. As the official medical partner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Lakers, Sparks, and Chargers, as well as USA Basketball and UCLA Athletics, UCLA Health provides a high standard of care for all patients.

Key Highlights of the Sports Medicine Program:

Expertise that supports your recovery: Physicians with advanced training in sports medicine use advanced diagnostic techniques and targeted treatments, including ultrasound-guided injections.
Nonsurgical treatments: Many athletes recover without surgery through physical therapy, bracing, activity modification, or in-office procedures that improve blood flow. Guidance on nutrition and conditioning is also provided.
Surgical options: When surgery is necessary, trusted orthopedic surgeons use minimally invasive techniques to support a smoother recovery. Reconstructive procedures are performed for more serious injuries.
Injury prevention and performance optimization: Specialists analyze body movements to identify patterns that may increase injury risk, designing personalized plans to build strength and improve movement.
Convenience: Sports medicine services are available at locations across Southern California, including the Santa Monica Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic for urgent injuries.

Areas of Care in Sports Medicine

UCLA Health’s sports medicine services encompass diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and injury prevention. The sports medicine doctors offer:

Accurate diagnostics: The latest imaging techniques are used to see muscles, ligaments, and tendons in detail, ensuring precise diagnoses.
Injury prevention: Experienced primary care sports medicine physicians and physical therapists evaluate body movements and recommend ways to reduce stress on joints, providing personalized training routines.
Physical therapy and rehabilitation: Sports medicine physical therapists create plans to maximize recovery, return to activities, and prevent future injuries.
Nonsurgical treatments: Medication, ultrasound-guided therapies, and injections are used for sports-related injuries that don’t require surgery.
Minimally invasive surgery: Orthopedic surgeons use arthroscopic techniques for shorter recovery times and less pain.

Sports Injuries Treated

The sports medicine team at UCLA Health treats a full range of sports injuries, whether acute, chronic, or resulting from overuse, accidents, or trauma.

Common Injuries Treated:

Shoulder Injuries:
- Dislocation
- Frozen shoulder
- Impingement syndrome (swimmer’s shoulder)
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Shoulder (A-C joint) separation
- Superior labrum anterior to posterior (SLAP) lesions and labral tears
Elbow Injuries:
- Biceps tendon and triceps tendon tears
- Golfer’s elbow
- Ligament or cartilage injuries
- Little Leaguer’s elbow
- Tennis elbow
Hip Injuries:
- Hamstring avulsion injuries
- Hip labral tears
- Hip pointer
- Tendonitis
Knee Injuries:
- Cartilage injuries (meniscus tears)
- Knee dislocations
- Kneecap (patella) dislocations and instability
- Ligament tears (ACL, MCL, PCL)
- Patella and quadriceps tendon tears
- Patellar tendonitis
Foot and Ankle Injuries:
- Achilles tendon ruptures
- Ankle impingement
- Foot and ankle muscle and bone injuries
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tendonitis

Sports Medicine Treatments Offered

UCLA Health offers a broad range of services to ease pain, restore mobility, and prevent injuries:

Physical therapy: Sports medicine physical therapists use hands-on techniques, stretching, and strengthening exercises to help athletes recover and prevent injuries.
Nonsurgical treatments: Corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid (HA) injections relieve pain, while platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections speed healing. Ultrasound treatments increase blood flow to injured areas.
Minimally invasive joint repair procedures: Arthroscopic techniques with small incisions and specialized instruments treat injuries in shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, ankles, and feet.
Reconstructive surgery: Procedures restore joint stability, alignment, and function, including ACL reconstruction, cartilage restoration, and tendon repair.

Scheduling a Physical Therapy Appointment

Contact Information

To schedule an appointment, students can visit the office on the 4th floor (Room 417) or call 310-794-4923.

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Referral Requirement

A valid physical therapy referral is needed to schedule an appointment.

What to Bring

BruinCard
Completed Clinical Questionnaire

Important Reminders

Arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled appointment time.
Patients arriving more than 15 minutes late may not be seen.
A $20 fee is charged for missed appointments and late cancellations (less than 24 hours before the appointment time).
Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy exposure of the affected area (e.g., shorts or sweatpants for knee issues).
Check insurance eligibility prior to the appointment.

Check-In Procedure

Upon entering the 4th floor, check in on the kiosk to the left of the insurance office and then proceed down the hall to the clinic.

Fees for Physical Therapy Services

The fees for physical therapy services at The Ashe Center vary based on the student's insurance plan:

UCSHIP: Initial and follow-up visits are $15.
Non-SHIP: The initial visit is $210, and follow-up visits are $150.

All fees charged by The Ashe Center are billed directly to the BruinBill.

Fee Transparency

Because of the nature of health insurance reimbursement rates, prices are subject to change without notice. The Ashe Center does its best to keep its information updated and maintain transparency in its pricing. For questions, students can call The Ashe Center Billing Inquiry line at 310-206-0947.

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Fee Structure for Different Insurance Plans

The Ashe Center accommodates students with various insurance plans, including UCSHIP, waived UCSHIP, BruinCare, and those who are using a fee-for-service option. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the costs associated with each plan:

UCSHIP (Currently Registered UCLA Students)

In-Person Visits:
- Physical Therapy Visit - Initial: $15
- Physical Therapy Visit - Follow Up: $15
Telehealth & Online Visits:
- Physical Therapy Visit - Telehealth: $15

Waived UCSHIP (Currently Registered UCLA Students Who Have Waived UCSHIP)

In-Person Visits:
- Physical Therapy Visit - Initial: $210
- Physical Therapy Visit - Follow Up: $150
Telehealth & Online Visits:
- Physical Therapy Visit - Telehealth: $180

BruinCare (Currently Registered UCLA Students Who Have Waived UCSHIP and Purchased BruinCare)

In-Person Visits:
- Physical Therapy Visit - Initial: $210
- Physical Therapy Visit - Follow Up: $150
Telehealth & Online Visits:
- Physical Therapy Visit - Telehealth: $180

Fee for Service (Students from Other UC Campuses or UCLA Students Not Currently Registered)

In-Person Visits:
- Physical Therapy Visit - Initial: $210
- Physical Therapy Visit - Follow Up: $150
Telehealth & Online Visits:
- Physical Therapy Visit - Telehealth: $180

Additional Services and Information

Narcan Distribution Project

The UCLA Narcan Distribution Project provides students and staff with free access to Narcan (naloxone), a life-saving medication used to treat opioid overdoses. This project aims to reduce stigma surrounding substance use disorders and prevent needless deaths from opioid overdoses.

Patient Experience Feedback

The Ashe Center welcomes feedback on patient experiences to continually improve its services.

MyStudentChart and PNC Patient Portal

Students can manage their health records, communicate with their care team, and participate more actively in their healthcare journey through MyStudentChart. For records prior to July 7, 2025, the PNC Patient Portal remains accessible in view-only mode.

Location and Hours

Location

The Ashe Center is located on the UCLA campus. The physical therapy clinic is on the 4th Floor (Room 417).

Hours

Monday-Thursday: 8am-6pm
Friday: 9am-6pm
Wednesdays: Lunch closure is extended from 12:30pm-2pm

Directions and Parking

The closest paid parking is available in Lot 4 or 7.

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