Louisiana § RS 37:2408 - License required; limitations
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§ RS 37:2408. License required; limitations
A. No person shall practice, or in any way hold himself out, or designate himself, as a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant unless licensed by the board.
B. A person employed as a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant by the United States government, or any department, agency, or bureau thereof, shall not be required to obtain a license under the provisions of this Chapter. However, such person may engage in the practice of physical therapy outside the course and scope of such federal employment only after obtaining a license in accordance with this Chapter.
C. A license issued pursuant to this Chapter does not authorize the diagnosis of disease.
Acts 1990, No. 708, §1; Acts 2009, No. 535, §4, eff. Jan. 1, 2010.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 37:2408
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 37:2408 cover?
Section RS 37:2408 ("License required; limitations") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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