(1)(a) If rehabilitation therapy services are provided by the licensee, the services may include physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.
- (b) A qualified, licensed provider who has clinical responsibility for the specific therapy service shall direct rehabilitation therapy services.
- (c) Support personnel shall perform patient services that are commensurate with each person's documented training and experience.
(d)(i) Rehabilitation therapy services may be initiated by a member of the medical staff or by a licensed rehabilitation therapist.
- (ii) A physician's written request for services shall include reference to the diagnosis or condition for the treatment that is planned, and any contraindications.
- (iii) The patient's physician shall be responsible for the specific medical problem or condition that necessitated the referral.
- (2) Rehabilitation therapy services provided to the patient shall include evaluation of the patient, establishment of goals, development of a plan of treatment, regular and frequent assessment, maintenance of treatment and progress records, and periodic assessment of the quality and appropriateness of the care provided.
KEY: health care facilities
Date of Last Change: June 5, 2026
Notice of Continuation: August 22, 2025
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-1-202; 26B-2-202; 26B-2-203