| Petition Information | |
|---|---|
| Petition Title | Change in reevaluation schedule for physical therapists |
| Date Filed | 6/5/2012 [Transmittal Sheet] |
| Petitioner | Pamela A. Plasberg |
| Petitioner's Request | Change the requirement for reevaluation of the patient from: Not less than one of 12 visits made to the patient during a 30-day period or not less than once every 30 days (current regulation) to: Not less than every 12 visits made to the patient during a 3-month period or not less than every 3 months. |
| Agency's Plan | The Board will request public comment on the petitioner\'s request until July 31st and will consider the petition at its meeting scheduled for August 17, 2012. |
| Comment Period | Began 7/2/2012 Ended 7/31/2012 1 comments |
| Virginia Register Announcement |
Submitted on 6/5/2012
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| Agency Decision | Take no action [Transmittal Sheet] |
| Response Date | 11/19/2012 |
| Decision Publication Date | Published on: 12/17/2012 Volume: 29 Issue: 8 |
| Agency Decision Summary | Following consideration of the comment and a discussion of the petition request to amend regulations, the Board decided it would not make any changes to the regulatory language regarding reevaluations of patients by physical therapists. While the members were appreciative of the scenario presented, they believe that involvement in patient care by the therapist should minimally remain at 30-day intervals for the protection of public health and safety. |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Name / Title: | Elaine J. Yeatts / Agency Regulatory Coordinator |
| Address: |
9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300 Richmond, 23233 |
| Email Address: | elaine.yeatts@dhp.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)367-4688 FAX: (804)527-4434 TDD: ()- |