New York S09997 changes the definition of continuous supervision for physical therapist assistants in home care and school settings.

New York S09997 amends the education law to redefine continuous supervision for physical therapist assistants in home care and school settings. The bill eliminates the requirement for a joint visit with the patient by the supervising licensed physical therapist and the licensed physical therapist assistant. Instead, continuous supervision includes setting goals, establishing a plan of care, periodic treatment and evaluation, and notification of changes by the licensed physical therapist assistant.

New York S09997 changes the definition of continuous supervision for physical therapist assistants in home care and school settings.

New York S09997 amends the education law to redefine continuous supervision for physical therapist assistants in home care and school settings. The bill eliminates the requirement for a joint visit with the patient by the supervising licensed physical therapist and the licensed physical therapist assistant. Instead, continuous supervision includes setting goals, establishing a plan of care, periodic treatment and evaluation, and notification of changes by the licensed physical therapist assistant.