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Are co-signatures by physical therapists required on each treatment note written by a physical therapy assistant?

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Are co-signatures by physical therapists required on each treatment note written by a physical therapy assistant?

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No, notes written by the physical therapy assistant would not have to be cosigned by the physical therapist. Requirements for treatment encounter notes can be found in CMS Publication 100-2, the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual, Chapter 15, section 220.3.5, subsection B.