Ohio Administrative Code Title 4755:4 - Orthotics, Prosthetics, Pedorthics

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📘 What is Title 4755:4 About?

This part of the Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) contains rules and regulations set by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board for the practice of:

Orthotics – devices like braces that support or correct weak muscles or joints.

Prosthetics – artificial limbs or body parts for people who lost them.

Pedorthics – specialized footwear or foot orthotics to relieve foot pain or correct walking issues.

It ensures that professionals in these fields are licensed, qualified, and follow ethical standards.

📜 Main Areas Covered in Title 4755:4

1️⃣ Licensing and Certification

All people working as Orthotists, Prosthetists, or Pedorthists in Ohio must be licensed.

The Board sets the educational qualifications, training requirements, and examinations needed.

Temporary or limited licenses may be given to trainees under supervision.

2️⃣ Scope of Practice

Defines what each professional is allowed to do:

🦵 Orthotist: Designs and fits braces/splints for patients with physical impairments.

🤖 Prosthetist: Designs and fits artificial limbs.

👟 Pedorthist: Provides foot care devices, therapeutic shoes, and modifies footwear.

Professionals must not work outside their scope, e.g., a Pedorthist cannot design a prosthetic limb.

3️⃣ Standards of Professional Conduct

Practitioners must act ethically, respect patient rights, and provide safe care.

They cannot:

Misrepresent their qualifications.

Practice without a valid license.

Work while impaired (e.g., under drugs or alcohol).

4️⃣ Renewal and Continuing Education

Licenses need renewal every 2 years.

Practitioners must complete continuing education (CE) hours to stay updated with the latest medical and technical knowledge.

5️⃣ Disciplinary Actions

If a practitioner violates rules:

The Board can suspend, revoke, or refuse renewal of their license.

Penalties may include fines or legal action for serious misconduct.

6️⃣ Supervision Rules

Assistants and trainees must be supervised by fully licensed professionals.

The Board defines how many assistants a professional can oversee.

🏥 Why is Title 4755:4 Important?

✅ Protects patient safety by ensuring only qualified people provide these medical services.
✅ Sets clear boundaries and standards for practice.
✅ Helps prevent fraud or malpractice in healthcare.

 

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