Who decides it is appropriate for a client to be treated by occupational therapy?

Who decides it is appropriate for a client to be treated by occupational therapy?

• A. OTR
• B. Front desk
• C. Client
• D. Family member

Answer: (A)

The decision that OT is appropriate is made by the Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR). After a referral, the OTR conducts a formal evaluation, reviews medical necessity, and uses clinical reasoning to determine whether OT services are indicated and can be included in the client’s plan of care. The client’s consent and goals are important, and family members may be involved, but the professional judgment to initiate treatment rests with the licensed OT. Non-clinical staff and the client or family cannot independently determine service eligibility.

The decision that OT is appropriate is made by the Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR). After a referral, the OTR conducts a formal evaluation, reviews medical necessity, and uses clinical reasoning to determine whether OT services are indicated and can be included in the client’s plan of care. The client’s consent and goals are important, and family members may be involved, but the professional judgment to initiate treatment rests with the licensed OT. Non-clinical staff and the client or family cannot independently determine service eligibility.