HB24-1327 Summary

• Extends the sunset date for physical therapy licensing regulation from September 1, 2024 to September 1, 2035, continuing oversight of both physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.

• Authorizes physical therapists to directly recommend and prescribe durable medical equipment to patients without requiring a physician's prescription.

• Expands physical therapy scope of practice to include wound debridement (sharp and nonsharp methods) and ongoing medication regimen review, while restricting physical therapist assistants to nonsharp debridement only under supervision.

• Allows student physical therapists in accredited educational programs to use the "student physical therapist" title and clarifies title restrictions to prevent unauthorized use of PT credentials.

• Modifies requirements for internationally-educated applicants by specifying they must be trained in non-accredited programs and possess valid licensure in their home country.