The Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Rules regarding provision of physical therapy in the educational setting (§346.1 Educational Settings) have been amended. The amendment became effective on May 15, 2024.

Summary of the changes:

The amendment updates the references to federal law that pertains to physical therapy services provided in the school setting. The amendment also eliminates the requirement that reexamination of the child be done onsite. This change was made in order to allow the reexamination to be performed via telehealth. Additionally, the amendment adds the phrase “prior to continuation of treatment by a physical therapist assistant” to the Plan of Care review requirement. The sentence now reads, “The Plan of Care (Individual Education Program or Section 504 Plan) must be reviewed by the PT at least every 60 school days, or concurrent with every visit if the student is seen at intervals greater than 60 school days, to determine if revisions are necessary prior to continuation of treatment by a physical therapist assistant.”

For all changes found in the amendment, follow this link:  Proposed Rule Amendment: to be effective 5/15/2024.