SB0144

Health occupations: physical therapists; prescription requirement for physical therapy treatment; eliminate, and make other modifications to the practice of physical therapy. Amends secs. 17801, 17820, 17822, 17824 & 17825 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17801 et seq.) & adds sec. 17825a.

Chamber Passed·4/22/25

Michigan SB0144 modifies physical therapy practice by eliminating prescription requirements and detailing consultation protocols.

Michigan SB0144 amends the practice of physical therapy by removing the requirement for a prescription or referral from a health care professional for treatment. It mandates that physical therapists refer patients to appropriate health care professionals if symptoms require services beyond physical therapy. The bill also requires consultation with the referring health care professional if the patient does not respond to treatment within 60 days. Additionally, it mandates that physical therapists inform patients of potential financial liability when treatment occurs without a referral.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 36–0 · Apr 22, 2025
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

D
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

R

Calendar

Jun 24

9:00 AM

House Health Policy

Jun 17

9:00 AM

House Health Policy

History

Jun 24

House

Reported With Recommendation Without Amendment

Jun 24

House

Referred To Second Reading

Apr 22, 2025

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 64 Yeas 36 Nays 0 Excused 1 Not Voting 0