- Physical therapists shall inform the patient of any financial arrangements connected to the referral process.
- Physical therapists shall disclose in writing any financial interest in products they endorse and recommend to their patients.
- The licensee has the responsibility to ensure that the patient has knowledge of freedom of choice in services and products.
- Information relating to the physical therapist-patient relationship is confidential and may not be communicated to a third party not involved in that patient’s care without the prior written consent of the patient. The physical therapist-patient confidentiality does not extend to cases in which the physical therapist has a duty to report information as required by law.
- Any person may submit a complaint regarding any licensee or any other person potentially in violation of this chapter. Confidentiality shall be maintained subject to law.
- The department shall keep all information relating to the receiving and investigation of complaints filed against licensees confidential until the information becomes public record as required by law.
- Each licensee shall display a copy of the licensee’s license or current renewal verification in a location accessible to public view at the licensee’s place of employment.