HB155 Summary

• Amends Alabama Code sections governing the State Board of Prosthetists and Orthotists to clarify that orthotic suppliers provide non-custom orthoses only.

• Adds definitions for orthotic fitter and therapeutic shoe fitter as licensed health care professionals; therapeutic shoe fitters provide non-custom therapeutic shoes and non-custom multi-density inserts.

• Updates abbreviated licensure titles to include "L.O.F." (licensed orthotic fitter) and "L.T.S.F." (licensed therapeutic shoe fitter) for use by licensed practitioners.

• Specifies that the law applies to licensed therapeutic shoe fitters and establishes board authority to develop licensing requirements and fees for these practitioners.

• Effective upon passage and approval by the Governor or third month following passage, whichever occurs first.