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Q: Must the physical therapist complete the discharge OASIS or can the physical therapy assistant complete it under the therapist’s supervision?

Q: Must the physical therapist complete the discharge OASIS or can the physical therapy assistant complete it under the therapist’s supervision? A: The only disciplines qualified to complete the assessment with OASIS are registered nurses, physical and occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists. Licensed practical nurses and therapy assistants cannot complete assessments nor can their visits [...]

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Can a subcontractor physical therapist complete the OASIS or recertification?

Q: Can a subcontractor physical therapist do a therapy start of care OASIS if they are the only modality in? Can a subcontractor physical therapist do the OASIS or recertification? A: §484.14 (a) of the Home Health Conditions of Participation allow an agency to provide skilled, qualifying services under arrangement (contract) as long as the [...]

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