This document compares and contrasts key provisions of 3 House Bills (HB 5132, HB 5505, HB 5865) related to the regulation of physical therapists in the Philippines.
The bills are generally similar and propose establishing a Physical Therapy Commission and Board. However, some key differences are noted, such as the composition of the proposed Board, scope of practice definitions, and qualifications for registration. Other minor differences relate to terminology used for licenses/permits and provisions regarding integration with professional organizations. Overall the bills appear aimed at standardizing and strengthening regulation of physical therapists while allowing for evolution of the profession over time.
This document compares and contrasts key provisions of 3 House Bills (HB 5132, HB 5505, HB 5865) related to the regulation of physical therapists in the Philippines.
The bills are generally similar and propose establishing a Physical Therapy Commission and Board. However, some key differences are noted, such as the composition of the proposed Board, scope of practice definitions, and qualifications for registration. Other minor differences relate to terminology used for licenses/permits and provisions regarding integration with professional organizations. Overall the bills appear aimed at standardizing and strengthening regulation of physical therapists while allowing for evolution of the profession over time.
This document compares and contrasts key provisions of 3 House Bills (HB 5132, HB 5505, HB 5865) related to the regulation of physical therapists in the Philippines.
The bills are generally similar and propose establishing a Physical Therapy Commission and Board. However, some key differences are noted, such as the composition of the proposed Board, scope of practice definitions, and qualifications for registration. Other minor differences relate to terminology used for licenses/permits and provisions regarding integration with professional organizations. Overall the bills appear aimed at standardizing and strengthening regulation of physical therapists while allowing for evolution of the profession over time.
Rep Maximo Y. Dalog Jr Rep Aurelio D. Gonzales Jr Rep Kristine Alexie B. Tutor Statement of Policy (2) it shall establish standards Preferred statement of policy for physical therapists in linking PHC to CBR (why with special mention to CBR?) – should represent the various facets of PT Definition of terms Good - more complete. Also Old definition from RA 5680 Good defining specialization Scope and Nature Missing 5132 and 5865 similar PRC Board 1 Chair, 3 members (from a list 1 Chair and 2 members 1 chair and 4 members (upon of 6 recommendees from PRC, (nominated by AIPO, upon recommendation of commission from 4 nominees each position recommendation of PRC) as nominated by AIPO) from AIPO) – too many! Roles and Qualification of the 5 years of PT engagement 5 years of PT engagement 10 years of PT engagement Similar all 3 HBs, except as noted Board; Term of office, Removal, Compensation, Supervision, Section 7o: “Grant registration Secretariat, Annual report without examination subject to approval by the Commission” What does this mean?? Board exam requirement and Same all HBs qualification Scope of coverage Section 16a and 16d not Listing it in this detail will cause AGREEABLE TO THE defined, but 16b and 16c: incl a restriction year from now. TERMINOLOGIES USED IN THIS Special population, Pedia, Geria Healthcare is evolving, these HB. As this allows room for CBR, Ethics, Org, Mx. Why with topics and the importance might changes, subject to approval of special mention to these topics. change the Board and considers the And per CMO 55, Research only minimum standards for the PT required for universities. Only profession based on latest EBP is a requirement developments Ratings, Reporting, Issuances, With COR (Certificate of Similar except as noted Initial, Refusal to register, Registration) and PIC Reinstatement, Receipt, Roster, (professional Identification card) Special Permits ?? Practice of PT Sec 27: “Physical Therapists Similar except as noted shall collaborate with stakeholders in order to provide the most effective, cost-efficient and client centered service” (should the word be “shall?”) Code of Ethics; CPD Program All HBs same Integration of PTs ; Professional Integration of Physical Integration of Physical Integration of Professional Same but titled different Org Therapists Therapists Organization Penal and Misc Provisions Sec 35 IRR: in coordination with Sec 34. Transitory Provisions Similar except as noted AIPO on IRR (not stated on the “seems to be a typo. A person other 2 HBs) holding a license to practice PT, issued by the Board of PT and OT…”