As the profession of physical therapy continues its growth toward autonomous practice, the physical therapist, physical therapist assistant and student are going to face liability risks and exposure like never before. The Physical Therapist's Business Practice and Legal Guide provides the tools needed to integrate risk management practices into the daily patient care routine. Each chapter includes key concepts and discussion questions. Also includes specific cases to present legal concepts and explain how these set the stage for future risk exposure. An essential new resource for all physical therapists, this guide examines: Tort reform The laws governing physical therapy Medical malpractice Legal aspects of documentation Liability issues in various practice settings Surviving a lawsuit Managing risks Legal aspects of starting a private practice The basics of employment law Ethical dilemmas Legal opportunities for the physical therapist
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Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants are a part of the health care team that includes physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, and other ancillary services. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
physical therapy practice, medical malpractice claims, practice ownership, current case law, postprofessional student, physical therapy practice act, highest ranking court, therapist breached, physical therapist assistant, physical therapist expert, professional designator, physical therapy claims, corresponding dues, ical therapy services, ical therapist assistants, general subject matter jurisdiction, professional malpractice insurance, preemptive challenge, physical therapy clinic, physical therapy profession, clinic owner, physical therapy association, assistant trainee, primary allegations, one district court Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
West Group, Black's Law Dictionary, American Physical Therapy Association, New York, North Carolina, Ethical Principles, State-by-State Listing of Federal Courts, District Court, West Virginia, Ethical Dilemmas, South Carolina, Westerlea Builders, Federal Building, United States, Department of Health, The Legal System, John Deere Health Care, New Mexico, Supreme Court, North Dakota, Understanding Tort Reform, Andrews Litigation Reporter, Employment Law, New Jersey, Home Owners Cooperation Browse Sample Pages:
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Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants are a part of the health care team that includes physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, and other ancillary services. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
physical therapy practice, medical malpractice claims, practice ownership, current case law, postprofessional student, physical therapy practice act, highest ranking court, therapist breached, physical therapist assistant, physical therapist expert, professional designator, physical therapy claims, corresponding dues, ical therapy services, ical therapist assistants, general subject matter jurisdiction, professional malpractice insurance, preemptive challenge, physical therapy clinic, physical therapy profession, clinic owner, physical therapy association, assistant trainee, primary allegations, one district court Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
West Group, Black's Law Dictionary, American Physical Therapy Association, New York, North Carolina, Ethical Principles, State-by-State Listing of Federal Courts, District Court, West Virginia, Ethical Dilemmas, South Carolina, Westerlea Builders, Federal Building, United States, Department of Health, The Legal System, John Deere Health Care, New Mexico, Supreme Court, North Dakota, Understanding Tort Reform, Andrews Litigation Reporter, Employment Law, New Jersey, Home Owners Cooperation Browse Sample Pages:
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