Health occupations: physical therapists; licensing process; modify to incorporate physical therapy licensing compact. Amends secs. 16335, 17801 & 17821 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16335 et seq.) & adds secs. 17820a & 17820b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4101'25
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Overview
This bill modifies the licensing process for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in Michigan to align with the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact. It updates fee structures, clarifies definitions related to physical therapy practice, and establishes authorization for individuals with compact privileges to practice within Michigan. The bill also creates provisions for a board delegate to represent Michigan within the compact.
Key provisions
- Updates fees for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licenses and compact privileges.
- Defines ‘physical therapist’ and ‘physical therapist assistant’ in relation to the licensure compact.
- Authorizes individuals with compact privileges to practice physical therapy and physical therapy assistant work in Michigan.
- Establishes a process for selecting a delegate to represent Michigan within the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact.
- Modifies the composition of the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy to include a physical therapist assistant member.
- Adds sections 17820a and 17820b to authorize individuals with compact privileges.
- Sets a one-year effective date for the bill, contingent on the enactment of House Bill 4101.
Who is affected
- Physical therapists
- Physical therapist assistants
- The Michigan Board of Physical Therapy
- Healthcare providers in Michigan
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