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TX HB4099
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Caroline Harris Davila
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AI Summary
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Physical therapists may now treat patients without a referral for up to 30 consecutive calendar days, increased from the previous limit of 10 consecutive business days
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A referral from a practitioner is required before a physical therapist can continue treatment beyond the 30-day period
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Repeals Section 453.301(a-2) of the Occupations Code, which previously provided an exception to the treatment duration limits
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Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners must adopt rules to implement these changes by December 1, 2025
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Act takes effect September 1, 2025; passed House 99-15 on May 16, 2025, and Senate 31-0 on May 28, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the treatment of a patient by a physical therapist without a referral.
Occupational Regulation
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025