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Direct Access Legislation for Physical Therapy

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What is required for a person to legally practice physical therapy?

They must have a bachelor's degree in physical therapy.

They can practice without any form of licensure.

They must have a certificate of authorization regardless of their education.

They must be a licensed PT or operate under the referral of licensed healthcare practitioners. (correct)

What conditions allow a PT with a CAPTE approved DPT to evaluate and treat a patient without a referral?

The treatment must be within 30 consecutive days of evaluation.

The patient can only be treated for 60 consecutive days after evaluation. (correct)

The patient must have a chronic condition.

The PT must be a member of a professional organization.

Which of the following is true regarding a PT who has not completed a DPT program approved by CAPTE?

They can treat patients without any restrictions.

They may conduct a one-time evaluation without treatment. (correct)

They can work independently without a referral for any patient.

They can perform invasive procedures on their own.

What must a PT do if a patient's medical condition exceeds the scope of practice?

Refer the patient to an appropriate licensed practitioner immediately. Signup and view all the answers

Under which circumstance can a PT provide services without a referral?

For cases specified under regulations governing physical therapy practice. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following practitioners can a PT not perform invasive procedures without direction from?

A licensed physical therapist assistant (PTA). Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an applicant seeking Direct Access Certification?

Evidence of meeting specific qualifications. Signup and view all the answers

When can a PTA perform duties according to the Direct Access Legislation?

Only under the direction of a licensed PT. Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a requirement for a PT to offer treatment without a referral according to Direct Access legislation?

Experience working in a healthcare setting. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following allows a PT to treat a patient directly?

Possessing a CAPTE approved DPT or a certificate of authorization. Signup and view all the answers

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Direct Access Legislation

It's illegal to practice physical therapy without a referral from a licensed medical doctor, osteopath, chiropractor, podiatrist, dentist, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.
A physical therapist (PT) with approved certification can evaluate and treat a patient for up to 60 days without a referral, under certain conditions.
The patient must not be receiving active care for the same condition from a licensed medical professional or must consent to releasing their records for the care.
Treatment beyond 60 days requires a referral.
A PT cannot evaluate the same patient for the same condition within 60 days.
A PT without specific certification can conduct one-time evaluations without referral, focusing on evaluation only. Referrals to other medical professionals based on the evaluation should be provided.
Invasive procedures must be performed under the direction of a licensed medical professional.

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This quiz focuses on the legislation governing direct access to physical therapy services. Understand the protocols for evaluation and treatment without a referral, as well as the limitations imposed on physical therapists. Test your knowledge on the conditions necessary for a patient to receive care directly from a PT.