SB 134
Renaming WV Board of Physical Therapy
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Bill overview
This bill amends West Virginia state law to officially rename the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy to the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training. It updates references throughout the existing code to reflect this change. The bill also clarifies the board’s responsibilities, including establishing requirements for licenses, conducting examinations, and maintaining records. Furthermore, it establishes a special volunteer license for retired physical therapists and athletic trainers who wish to provide care to indigent patients.
Key provisions
- Renames the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy to the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training.
- Updates references to the board’s name in relevant sections of the West Virginia Code.
- Clarifies the board’s powers and duties, including administering examinations and establishing continuing education requirements.
- Establishes a special volunteer license for retired physical therapists and athletic trainers to provide care to indigent patients.
- Defines key terms related to physical therapy and athletic training, such as ‘direct supervision,’ ‘general supervision,’ and ‘physical therapist assistant.’
- Outlines the board’s composition, including the number of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, certified athletic trainers, and citizen members.
- Specifies the process for appointing board members, including term lengths and qualifications.
- Details the board’s financial management, including the establishment of a special revenue fund.
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