š Two Variables That Separate 7-Figure PT Clinics From the Rest
In this solo episode, Doc Danny Matta breaks down data from PT Biz's industry report across 200+ clients. He reveals the two key factors that distinguish the biggest, most successful clinics from those still struggling to growāand how you can apply them immediately to build a more profitable, scalable practice.
šÆ Episode Summary
- The name tag system: Clinics are grouped by revenue, from white ($
- Two game-changers: Higher revenue per session and more recurring revenue separate gold clinics from white clinics.
- The 20% difference: Larger clinics average ~$200/session vs. ~$165/session for smaller clinics.
- Mindset matters: Confidence to charge what you're worth is more limiting than skillset or location.
- Recurring revenue advantage: Top clinics snowball faster because 30ā50% of their patients return regularly.
š” Key Takeaways
- Charge what you're worth: Price reflects confidence, not just location or competition.
- Profit fuels growth: Higher rates mean more reinvestment into staff, space, and culture.
- Recurring revenue compounds: Builds stability, decreases reliance on new patient volume, and accelerates clinician schedules.
- Mindset shift is critical: Undercharging is usually a belief issue, not a market one.
š§ Pro Tips You Can Use Today
- Audit your pricing: Compare your session rates against industry leaders and adjust.
- Engineer recurring offers: Build long-term plans beyond discharge to keep patients engaged.
- Leverage peer influence: Surround yourself with clinics charging higher ratesānormalize it.
- Snowball strategy: Pass new patients to junior clinicians while senior staff carry recurring clients.
š Notable Quotes "If you can have a 20% difference in what you're generating on an hourly basis, that is huge." "It's more of a mindset issue than a skillset issue. Most clinicians are fantasticāwhat holds them back is what they think they're worth." "Recurring visits are an unfair advantage of cash practices. Insurance can't match it." š Action Items
- Raise your average session rate closer to $200/hr.
- Design a simple recurring service package to keep patients long-term.
- Track your recurring percentageātarget 30ā50% of total visits.
- Reinvest profits into team, benefits, and culture to attract talent.
š Resources & Links
- PT Biz Website
- Free 5-Day PT Biz Challenge