Definitions

Scope of Practice 

• How is the practice of physical therapy defined in Arizona?
• What is included in the practice of physical therapy?
• Services specifically excluded from the scope of practice
• Are there any special certifications required?

Telehealth

• Emergency Order on PT Telehealth
• Informed consent
• Confidentiality requirements

Dry Needling

• Proof of compliance
• Dry needling course requirements
• Standard of care when practicing dry needling

Supervision and Delegation

• What are the different levels of supervision?
• Which services can only be performed by a licensed PT?
• What are the therapist’s obligations to the patient’s rights?
• What are the responsibilities of the PT when delegating?

Assistants

• Which services are PTAs allowed to practice?
• Are there specific services that PTAs are prohibited from practicing?
• What type of supervision is required?
• Responsibilities of the PT before delegating to an assistant?
• What are the assistant’s documentation responsibilities?
• Does the supervising PT need to co-sign documentation created by the PTA?
• How do PTAs need to be designated?

Aides

• What tasks can an aide perform?
• What is an aide expressly prohibited from doing?
• What are the responsibilities of the PT when delegating to an aide?
• What level of supervision is required?
• How do aides need to be designated?

Patient Records

• What must be included in the patient record?
• What are the physical therapist’s documentation responsibilities?
• What is required for an initial evaluation?
• What is required on each treatment note?
• When is a reevaluation/reassessment required?
• What is required in the discharge summary?
• Unprofessional conduct related to documentation

Business Entities

• Definitions
• Requirement to register a business entity
• Practices exempt from registration
• What is required for the application?
• Required written protocols
• Required display of the certificate
• Registration renewal

Position Statements

Continuing Education

• How many CE hours are required during a reporting period?
• Can CE credits be carried over into the next reporting period?
• Are there any specific courses that must be taken?
• What types of activities can be used for the continuing education requirements?
• What type of approval is needed for the courses?
• What are the reporting requirements?
• Waivers and audits 

Referrals and Direct Access  

• Is a referral required to provide PT services?
• Does the PT need to be in communication with the referring provider?
• When does a PT have to refer a patient to a physician?

PT/PTA Students

• Can students practice in a clinical setting?
• What kind of supervision is required for student PTs and PTAs?
• How must students identify themselves?

New Graduates

• What can new graduates do in practice?
• How are new graduates categorized?
• Which tasks can be delegated to a new graduate?
• What kind of supervision is required?
• Documentation and co-signatures

Interim Permits

• Who is eligible for an interim permit?
• Does an applicant need to pass the national exam before receiving an interim permit?
• What needs to be submitted to the board?
• How long does an interim permit last?
• Clinical practice requirements for an interim permit holder
• How is “on-site” supervision defined?
• What are the responsibilities of the clinical supervisor?
• What happens after the board receive the mid-point rating?
• What happens after the completion rating?

Identification, Notification, and Disclosure

• How can I use “Dr” in my title?
• Designation of a physical therapist
• Are there any specific requirements for posting notifications or licenses?
• Physician financial interest disclosure to the patient
• What information do patient/public have a right to?
• When does a PT have to notify the board of any information changes?

Licensed Outside of Arizona

• Can I practice in Arizona if I am licensed in another state?
• Federal Employees and Military Personnel
• Temporary Practice
• Athletic Teams and Performing Arts Companies
• National Disasters and Emergencies

Unprofessional Conduct

• When am I obligated to report to the board?
• Unprofessional conduct