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OK HB1020
Bill
Status
2/4/2013
Primary Sponsor
Arthur Hulbert
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AI Summary
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Amends the Physical Therapy Practice Act (59 O.S. 2011, Sections 887.13 and 887.17) to add Advanced Practice Registered Nurses to the list of healthcare providers who can refer patients for physical therapy treatment
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Current law allows physical therapy referrals from physicians, surgeons, dentists, chiropractors, podiatrists, and physician assistants; this bill expands that list to include APRNs
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Physical therapists who practice without a referral from an authorized provider may have their license refused, suspended, or revoked by the State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision
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Effective date is November 1, 2013
Legislative Description
Professions and occupations; permitting individuals to access physical therapy without certain referral; effective date.
Health Care
Last Action
Coauthored by Representative(s) Roberts (Sean)
2/28/2013