Bill > SB430

This bill allows licensed physical therapists in Kansas to perform certain capillary blood tests, specifically those classified as "CLIA-waived tests" by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, which are simple laboratory tests performed at the point of care, meaning near the patient. These tests are limited to those that provide information related to muscle metabolism, exercise tolerance, or rehabilitation status, such as lactate and blood glucose tests, and are not intended for diagnosing medical conditions outside the scope of physical therapy practice. To perform these tests, physical therapists or their facilities must obtain a CLIA certificate of waiver, follow manufacturer instructions, and use the results as supplementary information for evaluation and treatment planning or to fulfill a physician's order, without gaining independent diagnostic authority or billing for these tests as standalone services, though they can charge for the cost of supplies.

Health and Social Services

Public Health and Welfare (Senate)

https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sb430/