Alabama SB348 would require certification by a national entity for those providing prosthetic, orthotic, or pedorthic care.

Alabama SB348 would abolish the Alabama State Board of Prosthetists and Orthotists and eliminate the requirement for a state license to provide prosthetic, orthotic, or pedorthic care. Instead, it mandates that all individuals and facilities offering such care must be certified by a national certifying entity approved by the Alabama Department of Workforce. Certified persons must annually submit proof of valid certification to the department, which will record it and verify completed continuing education. The department can assess an annual recording fee of up to $100.

Alabama SB348 would require certification by a national entity for those providing prosthetic, orthotic, or pedorthic care.

Alabama SB348 would abolish the Alabama State Board of Prosthetists and Orthotists and eliminate the requirement for a state license to provide prosthetic, orthotic, or pedorthic care. Instead, it mandates that all individuals and facilities offering such care must be certified by a national certifying entity approved by the Alabama Department of Workforce. Certified persons must annually submit proof of valid certification to the department, which will record it and verify completed continuing education. The department can assess an annual recording fee of up to $100.