Can an OTA/LP perform an initial OT evaluation and develop a plan of care?
A. The OTA/LP may contribute to the evaluation process by implementing delegated assessments and by providing verbal and written reports of observations and client capacities to the OT. The OTA/LP may perform re-assessment or and discharge plans of care under the supervision of an OT providing that the OT reviews and interprets the information provided by the OTA/LP and integrates that information into the decision-making process. The supervising OT and OTA/LP must co-sign the plan of care. CCR Section 4183(b) requires that documented client-related services by a limited permit holder shall be reviewed and cosigned by the supervising occupational therapist.
