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This bill revises the definition of "treating physician" in Montana's workers' compensation law to include physical therapists as a qualified medical professional who can provide primary medical services for workers' compensation claims. Specifically, the bill adds licensed physical therapists (under Title 37, chapter 11) to the existing list of medical professionals who can serve as a treating physician, which currently includes physicians, chiropractors, physician assistants, osteopaths, dentists, out-of-state licensed practitioners, and advanced practice registered nurses. This change expands the range of healthcare providers who can be primarily responsible for delivering and coordinating medical services for workers with compensable injuries or occupational diseases. By including physical therapists, the bill recognizes their important role in treating and managing workplace-related injuries and provides workers with more flexibility in choosing their primary medical care provider within the workers' compensation system.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC1804