CA Law

Question 1

Physical Therapy Definition?

Answer 1

2620. The practice of Physical Therapy includes promoting and maintenance of physical fitness through use of physical therapy interventions in order to enhance bodily movement as related to the health and wellness of individuals.

Question 2

“Physical Therapist of record” - Physical Therapist that completed the initial evaluation. But……?

Answer 2

It can be transferred to another therapist if written down (1398.44)

Question 3

Physiotherapy is the same as physical therapy. Plus what….? What number?

Answer 3

2601. Also, PT tech is interchangeable with PT aide.

Question 4

i. PTBC is what number?

Answer 4

2602

Question 5

1. PTBC highest priority and number?

Answer 5

Protection of the public above all else. 2602.1.

Question 6

2. Board should do all of the following? (and what number?)

Answer 6

2605. Issue, suspend, revoke, discipline all physical therapy licensees within state of CA.
      Administer a continuing competency program.

Question 7

3. 2608.5 is what?

Answer 7

Board members have the authority to inspect all physical therapy facilities and patient records.
A licensed PT can be delegated by a board member to perform the task.
If the patient’s written authorization has been provided, the release of records shall be given within 15 days or a penalty of $1000 will occur for every day starting on the 16th day (2660.4)

Question 8

4. Board shall hear all matters…….? and what number?

Answer 8

Board shall hear all matters, including, but not limited to, any contested case or petition for reinstatement, or modification of probation (2614).

Question 9

5. Board can…..?

Answer 9

Board can investigate each applicant to determine if the requirements for licensure have been met (2634).

Question 10

ii. A. Who are the board members? What is the composition (number)?

Answer 10

2603 and 2603.5
A. One physical therapist involved in education of physical therapist students
B. 3 PTs with >5 years experience and are currently licensed.
C. 3 members of CA not licensed with any medical board of CA.
D. Governor of CA appoints the PT members and one public member (2604).
ii. President and VP of board are determined by elected board members.

Question 11

ii. B. How long can board members serve?

Answer 11

4 years, expires 1st day of June. No person can serve more than 2 consecutive terms, 8 years max. 2604.

Question 12

3. A. Qualifications and Requirements required for licensure? (what number)?

Answer 12

2635. > 18 years old, not addicted to any substance, completed education and training for physical therapists and/or PTA’s (2650), not committed any crimes. (section 480).

Question 13

What number is licensed applicants?

Answer 13

2639

Question 14

1. A. What is a PTLA?

Answer 14

A graduate can work as a PTLA under DIRECT and IMMEDIATE supervision of a licensed PT for 120 days pending results of first licensing exam for which they are eligible (1398.44, 1399.1, 2636.5, 2639)

Question 15

What is 1399.1?

Answer 15

A licensed supervising PT must be on-site at all times and must have a documented receipt of the letter authorizing the PTLA to practice as well as record of the expiration date of that status (FOR A PTLA).

Question 16

Under what conditions does an applicant lose PTLA status?

Answer 16

If the applicant fails NPTE, the license is denied, or if the applicant doesn’t take the NPTE during the first possible test cycle, then the graduate can no longer practice as a PTLA.

Question 17

What is 2630.4?

Answer 17

A PTLA cannot supervise a PT aide or a PTA providing patient related tasks.

Question 18

What is 1399.12?

Answer 18

PTALA will be granted following graduation from an approved education program for 120 days. (2639).

Question 19

What is 2636.5?

Answer 19

A licensed supervising physical therapist must be on-site at ALL times and must have a documented receipt of the letter authorizing the PTALA to practice as well as a record of the expiration date of that status.
Status remains in effect after applicant takes NPTE and passes and until license has been granted.
Once the license has been issued, they can identify as a PTA.
If the exam is failed, licensure is denied or if the applicant doesn’t take the exam during first possible test cycle, graduate cannot practice as a PTALA.

Question 20

What is the alternative route to PTA licensure?

Answer 20

2639.1 and 1398.47. If the board finds someone to have proper training and adequate experience equivalent to that received at a physical therapist assistant school and they meet the requirements for licensure (2635 seen above) they may apply for licensure as a physical therapist assistant.

Question 21

What is 2636?

Answer 21

Exams required to obtain license.
1. State laws and regulations
2. NPTE

Question 22

How many times can an applicant take the NPTE per application per 12 month time period?

Answer 22

3 times. If the applicant has not passed the NPTE within one year from the date of original notice, a new application and application fee are required in addition to a re-examination fee. (1398.21.1)
If the required initial license fee following a pass of the NPTE has not been paid within five years, then the application will be determined as abandoned. (1398.23)