H.B. No. 4099 amends the Occupations Code to allow physical therapists to treat patients without a referral for up to 30 consecutive calendar days, an increase from the previous limit of 10 business days. The bill also removes the provision that allowed for an exception under Subsection (a-2), which is now repealed. Additionally, it stipulates that physical therapists must obtain a referral from a referring practitioner if treatment is to continue beyond the 30-day limit.

The Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners is required to adopt necessary rules to implement these changes by December 1, 2025. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, following its passage in both the House and Senate.

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