259 Mass. Reg. 6.04

Current through Register 1522, May 24, 2024
Section 6.04 - Application
(1) Application for a Physical Therapy Facility License may be made by a sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, or limited liability partnership.
(2) An applicant for a Physical Therapy Facility License shall:
(a) submit to the Board an application as prescribed by the Board;
(b) pay the required nonrefundable fees; and
(c) arrange for the premises to be inspected and approved by the Board.
(3) The application must be attested to by the owner, if a sole proprietorship, or by an authorized agent of record, if a partnership, corporation, limited liability company or limited liability partnership.
(4) Unless a waiver is granted by the Board, the PT Compliance Officer must have a minimum of four years of verifiable experience as a Physical Therapist licensed in the Commonwealth or another jurisdiction, where the person's responsibilities included but were not limited to patient care, record keeping, and billing.
(5) To determine eligibility for a Physical Therapy Facility license, the Board may require and consider evidence of good moral character, financial background, and licensing history, including but not limited to, the following individuals:
(a) PT Compliance Officer;
(b) company officers;
(c) principals; and
(d) owners having a 10% or greater ownership interest in the Physical Therapy Facility.
(6) The Board may require and consider supplemental application information and materials reasonably necessary to prevent insurance fraud, protect the health, safety, or welfare of the public, or for other regulatory purposes.
(7) The Board will not issue a facility license based on an incomplete submission.
(8) The Board may not issue a facility license if required local permits and certificates have not been obtained or if the Board's inspection reveals any violation of 259 CMR 1.00 through 6.00.

259 CMR 6.04