17 NCAC 04B .0610          PHYSICAL THERAPIST

A physical therapist who works only under the orders and direction of registered physicians and does not attempt to diagnose and independently apply physical therapy is not subject to privilege license under G.S. 105‑41; however, persons who independently apply physical therapy for a reward are practicing the art of healing and are therefore subject to privilege license.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 105‑41; 105‑262;

Eff. February 1, 1976;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. December 22, 2018.