Can a licensee accept referrals from a non consulting physician or chiropractor?
A. Yes. Q. Can a licensed athletic trainer practice under the definition of a “physical therapy aide” as defined under Wis. Admin. Code PT 1.02(6)? And, if a licensed athletic trainer can work in a capacity such as a rehabilitation aide, at what professional level would they be held liable should a malpractice claim be filed against them for services or treatment they rendered? A. Yes in theory. However, practicing as an aide does not insulate the athletic trainer, if acts are done which constitute a professional violation of athletic trainer practice standards.
