Important numbers
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What timeframe is required to report a change or address (residential and email)?
30 days
What timeframe is required
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30 days
What size font do all nametags need to be at?
18 point font
If you fail the NPTE, how long do you have to pass it before the board denies your application?
One year
From the date of submission of an application for licensure, how long does the board have to inform you if your application is incomplete or deficient?
30 days
How long does the board have to report their decision for approving an applicant?
60 total days
What is the earliest date an applicant can re-apply for a license after being convicted of a felony + license revoked?
One year from the effective date of the decision.
PT License, Application, Renewal costs
License - $100 (not to exceed $150)
Application - $200 (not to exceed $300)
Renewal - $300
How much does the PT application fee cost?
$200, not to exceed $300
How much does the PT license cost?
$100, not to exceed $150
How much does it cost to renew a PT license?
$300
PTA License, Application, Renewal costs
License - $125
Application - $200 (not to exceed $300)
Renewal - $300
How much does a PTA application fee cost?
$200, not to exceed $300
Same as PT
How much does a PTA License cost?
$125
How much does a PTA license renewal cost?
$300
Same as PT
What is the delinquency fee for a late renewal?
50% of the renewal fee = $150
How much does a duplicate wall certificate cost?
$50
Administration
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What is the highest priority for the PTBC?
Protection of the public
How many PTBC meetings per year, and where?
3 per year, one in NorCal and one in SoCal.
SF, LA, Sac
How long do you have if the board requests patient records? What's the late fee?
15 days
$1000 per day for each day starting on the 16th day
Who is on the board?
7 Members:
1 PT Educator
3 PTs with > 5 years experience and currently licensed
3 Public members who aren't PTs or medical professionals
Who does the CA governer appoint?
All PTs and 1 public member
What is the PT board member term?
4 year term
2 terms max
When does the PT board term end?
June 1
General Provisions
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Definition of physical therapy
The promotion and maintenance of physical fitness through the use of PT interventions in order to enhance the bodily movement as related to the health and wellness of individuals
Who is the PT of record?
PT that completed the initial eval
Can the PT of record transfer patients to another PT?
Yes, transfer must be in writing
What are the terms of treatment frequency for Direct Access PT?
12 treatments or 45 calendar days (not business days)
Whichever comes first
What is required after the terms of Direct Access PT is up?
A signature and date on the PT POC by an MD, DO, etc.
An in-person examination by the MD, DO, etc.
Can topical medications be administered by a PT?
Yes, via direct application, ionto, phonophoresis.
Can PTs prescribe topical medications?
No - All topicals shall be ordered on a specific basis by a practitioner legally authorized to order or prescribe meds.
What needs to be on the written protocols for administration of each group of meds for which a prescription is required?
Description of meds
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