Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Health Professions
 
Board
Board of Physical Therapy
 
chapter
Regulations Governing the Practice of Physical Therapy [18 VAC 112 ‑ 20]
Action Practice of dry needling
Stage NOIRA
Comment Period Ended on 12/30/2015
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12/30/15  10:17 am
Commenter: Linda Jordan,OMD,LAc,RN

Greater liability if not practicing to the standard of care- Malpractice carriers take note
 
Malpractice claims will increase for PTs and referral sources due to lack of standard of care competence.Increased risk forexpanded usebecause of poor regulatory ability by State. Lawyers will exploit claim opportunities. Malpractice insurers would be wise to avoid coverage.
CommentID: 48596