1. I. Any physical therapist practicing physical therapy on any animal shall meet the requirements of this section and any additional requirements set by the board of veterinarians pursuant to RSA 332-B:7-a, XIV and shall be certified by the office of professional licensure and certification.

2. II. Before treating an animal, an animal physical therapist shall receive a referral from a veterinarian licensed under RSA 332-B. Such referral shall be oral or written and an oral referral shall be followed by a written referral filed within 7 days of the first treatment by the animal physical therapist. The written referral shall contain the following:

   1. (a) The name of the animal;
   2. (b) The name of the owner;
   3. (c) A description of the animal;
   4. (d) A veterinary diagnosis; and
   5. (e) The referring veterinarian's signature.

3. III. An animal physical therapist treating an animal shall provide to the referring veterinarian:

   1. (a) A written evaluation within 7 days after initial evaluation;
   2. (b) Any additional progress notes every 30 days; and
   3. (c) Notice of discharge or termination of treatment.

Source. 2010, 170:1, eff. June 17, 2010. 2024, 327:273, eff. July 1, 2024.