Telehealth Resources for Physical and Occupational Therapists

Arizona, USA

Arizona Telehealth Laws for Physical Therapy Clinics

Can Physical Therapists Practicing in Arizona Use Telehealth?

Telehealth laws for physical therapists in Arizona are governed by the Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy. Physical therapists licensed in Arizona are permitted to deliver telehealth services as long as they comply with the same standards of care as in-person services. The therapist must ensure that telehealth is an appropriate delivery method for the patient’s condition and goals, and an assessment of suitability is typically required. Additionally, patients must provide informed consent prior to initiating telehealth sessions, and all sessions must be conducted using secure and HIPAA-compliant technology to maintain the privacy and security of patient information. These regulations are designed to expand access to physical therapy services across the state while ensuring that patient safety and quality of care remain a priority.

telehealth physical therapy

Arizona Telehealth Laws for Occupational Therapy Clinics

Can Occupational Therapists Practicing in Arizona Use Telehealth?

Occupational therapists in Arizona must be licensed in the state to provide telehealth services and are required to adhere to the same standard of care as they would in traditional in-person sessions. Before initiating telehealth services, the therapist must determine that it is an appropriate mode of care based on the patient’s specific needs and conditions. Additionally, patients must provide informed consent, and all telehealth interactions must take place over secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms to ensure the confidentiality and protection of patient information. These regulations are in place to foster accessibility to occupational therapy across Arizona while maintaining the integrity and quality of care delivered through telehealth.

Practice Management Services

Visit these websites and resources for the most up to date information regarding telehealth.

APTA: American Physical Therapy Association

Digital Health in Practice

Link Heretelehealth physical therapy
AOTA: American Occupational Therapy Association Telehealth Resources

Telehealth resources provide guidance, education, and information to occupational therapy practitioners who have an interest in providing services remotely.

Link Heretelehealth physical therapy
Therapy Comply: Therapy Compliance Guidelines

Therapy Comply is a healthcare compliance firm that seeks to bring high quality web-based compliance guidance and one-on-one consulting services to small and medium size physical, occupational, and speech therapy practices.

Link Heretelehealth physical therapy
PubMed Central

State Occupational and Physical Therapy Telehealth Laws and Regulations: A 50-State Survey

Link Heretelehealth physical therapy
State Occupational and Physical Therapy Telehealth Laws and Regulations: A 50-State Survey

The Center for Connected Health Policy conducted a scan of current state policy affecting occupational therapy (OT) and physical therapy (PT) practice, supervision, and additional requirements for using telehealth.

Link Heretelehealth physical therapy
AOTA

The House Ways and Means Committee voted on May 8, 2024 to extend waivers that have allowed occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) along with PTs, SLPs and audiologists to provide services via telehealth in Medicare through December 31, 2026.

Link Heretelehealth physical therapy
Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy

Telehealth in Physical Therapy

Link Heretelehealth physical therapy
Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy
Link Heretelehealth physical therapy
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Link Heretelehealth physical therapy
Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy

Governor Doug Ducey signed HB2454 telehealth bill which makes permanent telehealth flexibility that had been permitted under executive order. The law takes effect immediately and is now reflected in A.R.S. §§ 36-3601 through 36-3608

Link Heretelehealth physical therapy

Practice Management Software for Physical and Occupational Therapists

Practice management involves a set of tools and processes aimed at enhancing the operational efficiency of a therapy practice. TheraPro360 Therapy Practice Management Software includes features that simplify tasks like scheduling, billing, documentation, and managing patient records. The objective is to provide an integrated platform that minimizes manual tasks, reduces errors, and streamlines all operations of your therapy clinic.

Read More
Solo Practice Software

Explore TheraPro360 Practice Management Software Features for Physical and Occupational Therapists

telehealth physical therapy
Optimized Billing Workflow

Refine your billing processes with TheraPro360's automation tools featuring invoicing and payment tracking for accurate transactions.

telehealth physical therapy
Detailed Documentation and Note-Taking

Capture comprehensive clinical notes with TheraPro360's user-friendly interface, ensuring precision and ease for compliance needs.

telehealth physical therapy
Streamlined Patient Scheduling

Enhance appointment management with TheraPro360 by efficiently handling scheduling, rescheduling, and confirmations, reducing administrative workload and increasing patient satisfaction.

telehealth physical therapy
High-Quality Video Conferencing

Conduct virtual therapy sessions with TheraPro360's clear video conferencing tools, providing an engaging and professional experience.

telehealth physical therapy
Seamless Telehealth Integration

Simplify virtual session management with TheraPro360, ensuring secure, hassle-free telehealth capabilities that extend your practice's reach.

telehealth physical therapy
Simple Therapist Calendar Management

Manage therapist schedules efficiently using TheraPro360's advanced calendar tools for optimal appointment tracking.

telehealth physical therapy
Comprehensive Patient Records Management

Utilize TheraPro360’s robust tools to effectively manage patient records, including customizable intake forms and centralized demographics access.

telehealth physical therapy
Advanced Administrative Features

Increase practice efficiency with TheraPro360's broad administrative capabilities, including reporting, task management, and coordination.

telehealth physical therapy
Enhanced Messaging Capabilities

Improve communication with clients and staff through TheraPro360’s secure, integrated messaging features for seamless interaction.

telehealth physical therapy
Secure Therapy Resource Management

Safely store and access therapy resources with TheraPro360’s scalable solutions, enabling direct sharing with patients.

telehealth physical therapy
User-Friendly Patient Portal

Offer your patients uninterrupted access to their health data, appointment scheduling, and secure communication through TheraPro360's intuitive portal.

Telehealth Resources Nationwide

List of States