28 Pa. Code § 601.33 - Therapy services

(a) Qualified therapists. Therapy services offered by the home health care agency directly or under arrangement shall be given by a qualified therapist or by a qualified therapist assistant under the supervision of a qualified therapist in accordance with the plan of treatment. The qualified therapist shall assist the physician in evaluating level of function, help develop the plan of treatment-revising as necessary-prepared clinical and progress notes, advise and consult with the family and other agency personnel and participate in inservice programs.

(b) Supervision of occupational therapy assistant. Services provided by a qualified occupational therapy assistant may be furnished under the supervision of a qualified occupational therapist.

(c) Supervision of speech therapy services. Speech therapy services shall be provided only by or under supervision of a qualified speech pathologist or audiologist.

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28 Pa. Code § 601.33