The Model Practice Act (MPA) from FSBPT is a modern blueprint that states can use to write or update their physical therapy practice laws. Its goal is to protect the public, clarify professional roles, and support safe, ethical practice.
Summary
The latest edition updates several areas to reflect how physical therapy is evolving:
- Telehealth is formally included as part of PT practice.
- “Physio” becomes a protected title, preventing misuse.
- PTs/PTAs are allowed to provide animal rehabilitation where locally permitted.
- State boards gain clearer authority to investigate and act on unlicensed or unsafe practice.
- Definitions and language are updated to make scope-of-practice and patient terminology clearer.
What the MPA Covers
- Clear definitions of PT, PTA, scope of practice, and professional titles.
- Licensure standards, exams, renewals, and endorsement rules.
- Board powers, including rulemaking and disciplinary authority.
- Title protection to prevent misrepresentation.
Key Takeaways
- Provides modern, consistent regulation for PT practice.
- Strengthens public protection through clearer standards and enforcement.
- Reflects current practice trends like telehealth and animal rehab.
- Helps states create aligned, future-ready PT laws.
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