The bill amends the Occupations Code regarding the treatment of patients by physical therapists without a referral. Specifically, it allows physical therapists to treat a patient for up to 20 consecutive business days without needing a referral, an increase from the previous limit of 10 days. Additionally, the requirement for a referral from a referring practitioner to continue treatment beyond this period remains in place, but the language indicating exceptions has been removed.

Furthermore, the bill repeals a specific subsection (a-2) related to treatment without a referral, streamlining the process for physical therapists. The Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners is tasked with adopting necessary rules to implement these changes by December 1, 2025, and the act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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