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Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Sec. 2.5. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), a physical therapist may evaluate and treat an individual during a period not to exceed forty-two (42) calendar days beginning with the date of the initiation of treatment without a referral from a provider described in section 2(b) of this chapter. However, if the individual needs additional treatment from the physical therapist after forty-two (42) calendar days, the physical therapist shall obtain a referral from the individual's provider, as described in section 2(b) of this chapter.
(b) A physical therapist may not perform spinal manipulation of the spinal column or the vertebral column unless:
(1) the physical therapist is acting on the order or referral of a physician, an osteopathic physician, or a chiropractor; and
(2) the referring physician, osteopathic physician, or chiropractor has examined the patient before issuing the order or referral.
(c) A physical therapist who conducts testing using electrophysiologic or electrodiagnostic testing must obtain and maintain the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties Clinical Electrophysiologic Specialist Certification.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Indiana Code Title 25. Professions and Occupations § 25-27-1-2.5 - last updated January 02, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/in/title-25-professions-and-occupations/in-code-sect-25-27-1-2-5/
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