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Physical Therapy Examiners La Licensing and Regulation
The Physical Therapy Examiners La was established to safeguard public health by licensing and regulating physical therapists and physical therapist assistants within the state. Our primary responsibility is to interpret the scope of practice for physical therapy, develop regulations, and enforce disciplinary actions when necessary. With a team of experienced professionals, we ensure all practitioners meet rigorous standards to protect Louisiana citizens. We provide transparent processes for license applications, renewals, and compliance while maintaining accessible resources for both professionals and the public.Our commitment to excellence extends to continuing education programs, jurisprudence training, and efficient complaint resolution mechanisms. Through collaboration with healthcare stakeholders, we continuously refine our practices to align with evolving industry standards. Our office maintains regular business hours for direct inquiries and offers digital tools for license verification and educational resources. As a regulatory body, we prioritize accountability, public safety, and professional integrity in all aspects of our operations.
Services
License Applications
Continuing Education
Jurisprudence Exams
Compact Privileges
Complaint Investigations
Highlights and features
- We enforce strict licensing standards to ensure public safety.
- Our team provides expert regulatory guidance for physical therapy professionals.
- We offer accessible digital tools for license verification and compliance.
- Our continuing education programs meet state-specific requirements.
- We maintain transparent processes for disciplinary actions and complaint resolution.
Services
License Applications
We process initial and reinstatement licenses for physical therapists and assistants. Our system ensures compliance with Louisiana's Practice Act through rigorous documentation review and fee collection. Applicants receive personalized status updates through our secure dashboard.
Continuing Education
Our approved courses meet biennial renewal requirements. The resource center provides access to accredited sponsors, individual course approvals, and jurisprudence training materials for ongoing professional development.
Compact Privileges
We facilitate temporary practice privileges through the Physical Therapy Compact. This program allows qualified providers to serve Louisiana patients while maintaining primary licensure in their home state.
Complaint Investigations
Our compliance team handles formal complaints against licensees. The process includes thorough investigations, documentation review, and appropriate disciplinary actions to maintain professional standards.
Jurisprudence Exams
We administer mandatory jurisprudence exams covering Louisiana's Practice Act. Both live seminars and online testing options fulfill continuing education requirements for license renewal.
People
Charlotte Martin
Executive Director
With extensive public administration experience, Charlotte Martin leads the board's operations. She oversees regulatory compliance, strategic planning, and interagency collaboration to maintain high standards for physical therapy practice in Louisiana.
Jessica Alwell
Assistant Executive Director
Jessica Alwell manages day-to-day administrative functions including compact privilege processing, website maintenance, and continuing education program oversight. Her expertise ensures efficient implementation of board policies.
Michael Hildebrand
Board Member
Physical therapist Michael Hildebrand contributes clinical expertise to regulatory decisions. His appointment strengthens the board's connection to practicing professionals while maintaining focus on public health protection.
Benjamin Gaines
Consumer Member
Consumer representative Benjamin Gaines advocates for public interests in board decisions. His perspective ensures regulatory policies prioritize patient safety and accessibility of physical therapy services.
Stephanie Boudreaux
Compliance Officer
Stephanie Boudreaux leads investigations and compliance monitoring. Her work ensures licensees adhere to state regulations through thorough complaint analysis and enforcement of disciplinary measures.
Questions
How do I apply for a Louisiana physical therapy license?
Create an account on our dashboard, complete the application form, and submit required documents with the appropriate fee based on your birth year.
What are the continuing education requirements?
Licensees must complete approved courses including jurisprudence training. Our resource center lists accredited sponsors and provides course approval guidance.
Can out-of-state therapists work in Louisiana temporarily?
Yes, through the Physical Therapy Compact which allows qualified providers to obtain temporary practice privileges without full state licensure.
How do I file a complaint against a licensee?
Submit formal complaints through our website. Our compliance team will investigate allegations of regulatory violations and take appropriate disciplinary action.
What payment methods are accepted for license fees?
We accept domestic cashier's checks or money orders made payable to the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board. Personal checks are not accepted.
When are board meetings held?
Regular meetings occur annually on November 5. All meetings are open to the public except executive sessions which handle confidential matters.
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