Ron, The purpose of the phrase "functional training related to physical movement and mobility" is to clarify the context in which physical therapists provide "self-care and in home, community or work integration."
I think it would be difficult to argue to state legislators that the whole phrase should come out given language in PT accreditation standards. The language has been there for ten years now. We reviewed PT literature and textbooks to see how they talk about ADLs/functional training; the focus is on movement and mobility. "And according to AOTA's proposed PT scope of practice language, as far as payers, doctors and patient's are concerned, PT can equally treat as well as OT." I disagree with your conclusion. I don't see anything in the language that talks about payment for services or that PT can "equally treat as well as OT." As you know, OT and PT are separate benefits under Medicare and other payment systems. OTs can't provide PT and PTs can't provide OT; OT and PT are not interchangable. As far as payers, patients and doctors are concerned, my view is that we need to do more to educate them about the unique benefits of occupational therapy. Chuck
-- Options? www.otnow.com/mailman/options/otlist_otnow.com Archive? www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] ************************************************************************************** Enroll in Boston University's post-professional Master of Science for OTs Online. Gain the skills and credentials to propel your career. www.otdegree.com/otn **************************************************************************************
