Code of Massachusetts Regulations 259 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
The Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) Title 259 governs the Board of Registration of Allied Health Professionals. This board oversees the licensing and regulation of various allied health professions in Massachusetts.
Key Sections of 259 CMR
259 CMR 2.00 – General Provisions
Establishes the foundational licensing requirements, procedures for license issuance, and the responsibilities of licensees.
259 CMR 3.00 – Occupational Therapists
Details the specific licensing criteria, education, and practice standards for occupational therapists.
259 CMR 4.00 – Athletic Trainers
Outlines the qualifications, continuing education, and scope of practice for athletic trainers.
259 CMR 5.00 – Physical Therapists
Specifies the licensure requirements, professional conduct, and continuing education for physical therapists.
259 CMR 6.00 – Physical Therapy Facilities
Regulates the standards and operational guidelines for physical therapy facilities.
259 CMR 7.00 – Continuing Competence
Mandates biennial continuing education requirements for licensees, including documentation standards and waiver procedures.
259 CMR 8.00 – Lactation Consultants (Proposed)
A proposed new section addressing the licensure and regulation of lactation consultants.
259 CMR 9.00 – Investigations, Complaints, and Board Actions (Proposed)
A proposed section outlining the procedures for handling investigations, complaints, and disciplinary actions.
Accessing the Full Regulations
The complete and official versions of these regulations are available through the Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries and the Massachusetts State Bookstore. You can access and download them here:(mass.gov)
Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries – 259 CMR
Massachusetts State Bookstore – 259 CMR
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