Relating to the treatment of a patient by a physical therapist without a referral.

Relating to the treatment of a patient by a physical therapist without a referral.

Source: OpenStates · fetched June 20, 2025

• Person with a disabilitydirectModerate impactHigh certainty

  Individuals with disabilities may experience improved access to physical therapy services, as the bill allows patients to be treated by a physical therapist without a physician's referral. This could lead to more timely and direct care for conditions requiring physical therapy.

  “Relating to the treatment of a patient by a physical therapist without a referral.”· Relating to

• Mental health service userdirectModerate impactMedium certainty

  Individuals seeking physical therapy for mental health-related conditions (e.g., somatic symptoms, stress management) may benefit from direct access to physical therapists, potentially improving their treatment outcomes and reducing barriers to care.

  “Relating to the treatment of a patient by a physical therapist without a referral.”· Relating to

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