Pennsylvania HB1583 amends the Physical Therapy Practice Act, setting qualifications for physical therapist licensure, defining board duties, and.

HB1583 amends the Physical Therapy Practice Act to revise qualifications for physical therapist licensure, including age, education, and moral character. It defines the powers and duties of the board, including issuing and renewing licenses, conducting examinations, and maintaining a register of licensed therapists. The bill also establishes continuing education requirements for license renewal, specifying the number of hours and acceptable topics. Additionally, it outlines conditions for practicing physical therapy without a referral and sets standards for professional liability insurance.

Pennsylvania HB1583 amends the Physical Therapy Practice Act, setting qualifications for physical therapist licensure, defining board duties, and.

HB1583 amends the Physical Therapy Practice Act to revise qualifications for physical therapist licensure, including age, education, and moral character. It defines the powers and duties of the board, including issuing and renewing licenses, conducting examinations, and maintaining a register of licensed therapists. The bill also establishes continuing education requirements for license renewal, specifying the number of hours and acceptable topics. Additionally, it outlines conditions for practicing physical therapy without a referral and sets standards for professional liability insurance.