3. Current and Future Considerations for Physical Therapist Practice

Question 1

to renew your registration as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant, New York State Education Law requires completion of _______ of approved continuing education in each three-year renewal period.

Answer 1

36 contact hours

Question 2

Direct Access in New York State:

Answer 2

• Treatment can be rendered by a Licensed PT without a referral for 10 visits or 30 days, whichever comes first.
• Licensed PT must have practiced PT on a full-time basis for no less than three years; be at least twenty-one years of age.

Question 3

CONSEQUENCES OF REFERRAL FOR PROFIT ARRANGEMENTS:

Answer 3

1. Conflict of Interest
2. Loss of Consumer
3. Choice Economic and Financial Harm