3. Can a PT provide services in a patient’s home if he doesn’t work for a Home Health Agency?
There is nothing in the PT Act or Rules that prohibits a PT from providing services in a patient’s home. However, there are considerations that a PT should take into account before deciding to do so. In addition to maintaining compliance with the PT rules and regulations, the PT will be responsible for keeping patient […]
2. What is within the scope of practice of a PT or PTA in a home health setting?
The Board does not differentiate between types of settings, as far as the scope of practice is concerned. The scope of practice as defined in Section 453.005 of the Practice Act is not all inclusive. While the Board will define those activities which may be physical therapy, it leaves those activities which are not defined […]
1. Can a PT supervise home health aides?
The Physical Therapy Board’s rules only specifically address supervision of physical therapy aides. There is nothing in the rules which addresses the ability or authority of a PT to supervise any other personnel. Therefore, as long as the home health aide is not providing any service considered or represented to be physical therapy, the supervision […]