Louisiana Physical Therapy Board
Government AdministrationLouisiana, United States2-10 Employees
The Louisiana Physical Therapy Board is a government agency established within the Department of Health and Hospitals to license and regulate physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in Louisiana. It operates with a seven-member board appointed by the Governor and is responsible for interpreting the scope of practice, drafting regulations, and enforcing disciplinary actions when licensees violate the law, with the core aim of protecting the public. Located in Lafayette, Louisiana, the board serves as a regulatory body within the healthcare administration landscape, focusing on professional standards and public safety in physical therapy practice. The organization is small in size and operates within the governmental sector, addressing the regulatory needs of practitioners and contributing to the oversight of the profession in the state.