What are the expected entries in physical therapy (PT) documentation?

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If you intended to ask about standard components of physical therapy documentation, I can provide that information:

Essential Components of Physical Therapy Documentation

Patient Assessment Information

Physical therapy documentation must include comprehensive patient assessment data that reflects current status and guides treatment planning. 1

  • Patient demographics: Name, date of birth, gender, identifying information 1, 2
  • Medical history: Current cardiovascular conditions, comorbidities (diabetes, hypertension, peripheral arterial disease, chronic kidney disease), and other relevant conditions 1
  • Medication review: All prescription and non-prescription medications, including dosage, frequency, and adherence 1, 2
  • Social history: Physical activity patterns, living situation, social support structure, health literacy 1

Physical Examination Findings

  • Vital signs: Blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate 1, 2
  • Functional assessment: Station, gait, balance, fall risk 1
  • Physical function: Mental status, cognitive function, frailty assessment 1
  • Baseline measurements: 12-lead ECG, baseline telemetry changes with first exercise session 1

Treatment Plan Documentation

Document a patient treatment plan that prioritizes goals and outlines specific intervention strategies for risk reduction. 1, 3

  • Short-term goals: Priority goals within weeks-to-months timeframe that guide intervention strategies 1
  • Exercise prescription: Documented individualized prescription specifying frequency, intensity, duration, and modalities 1
  • Intervention strategies: Specific approaches for addressing identified deficits 1, 3

Progress and Outcome Documentation

  • Outcome reports: Evidence of patient outcomes reflecting progress toward goals, identifying areas requiring further intervention 1
  • Functional improvements: Changes in physical functioning, exercise capacity, activities of daily living 1, 4
  • Discharge planning: Long-term goals and strategies for continued success 1

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References

Guideline

Guideline Directed Topic Overview

Dr.Oracle Medical Advisory Board & Editors, 2025

Guideline

Comprehensive History and Physical Examination Guidelines

Praxis Medical Insights: Practical Summaries of Clinical Guidelines, 2025

Guideline

Comprehensive Treatment Plan Development

Praxis Medical Insights: Practical Summaries of Clinical Guidelines, 2025

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