co-signatures

Joan K. Cestaro, CP

Description

Title:

co-signatures

Creator:

Joan K. Cestaro, CP

Date:

2/7/2003

Text:

During an AOPA conference last fall, it was noted that co-signatures
were required if, for example, a CP fit a patient with an orthosis. An
Orthotist, therefore, would need to co-sign.

This makes sense to me only if a totally non qualified individual is
providing treatment (cast technician with no formal education).

We cross-train our practitioners and cross provide all the time, as do
most all facilities. Does any facility out there require a co-signature
on their documentation? If so, can you share the gist of your policy?

Does anyone know of a reference source for this co-signature? Does
being certified in the opposite discipline and cross- trained make you
qualified? How does a company document this cross-training? AOPA has
not responded to my query as of yet.

Joan K. Cestaro, C.P.
RPI- Virginia

                          

Citation

Joan K. Cestaro, CP, “co-signatures,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 26, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/220579.