California AB1458 allows licensed physical therapists to provide animal physical therapy under specific conditions.

California AB1458 amends the Business and Professions Code to allow licensed physical therapists to provide animal physical therapy. This therapy can be provided under direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian or pursuant to a referral from a licensed veterinarian. The bill outlines requirements for physical therapists, including completing continuing education, notifying the board of their practice, and maintaining a practice agreement with a licensed veterinarian. It also specifies that physical therapists are solely liable for any delegated animal physical therapy tasks.

California AB1458 allows licensed physical therapists to provide animal physical therapy under specific conditions.

California AB1458 amends the Business and Professions Code to allow licensed physical therapists to provide animal physical therapy. This therapy can be provided under direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian or pursuant to a referral from a licensed veterinarian. The bill outlines requirements for physical therapists, including completing continuing education, notifying the board of their practice, and maintaining a practice agreement with a licensed veterinarian. It also specifies that physical therapists are solely liable for any delegated animal physical therapy tasks.