Occupational Therapy in Missoula, Montana

Missoula has occupational therapy available through Community Medical Center and private pediatric clinics, some with a sensory focus, serving children from across the region. As in most of Montana, capacity is limited relative to demand and waitlists are common.

Coverage in Montana. Montana's insurance mandate and Medicaid both cover medically necessary OT for autistic children. For children under 3, Montana Milestones early intervention provides OT at little or no cost. For school-age children, OT is provided at school when needed for educational access.

Regional access. Given the region's distances, some families travel to Missoula for OT, and some OT support can be delivered by telehealth combined with home-based strategies — ask providers what they offer. MonTECH at the University of Montana can also demonstrate and loan adaptive equipment for free.