LAC 46:XLV.4917. Discontinuation of Services

A. Occupational therapists shall discontinue services when the client has achieved the identified goals, has achieved maximum benefit from occupational therapy, or has requested discontinuation of services. B. Occupational therapists, in collaboration with the OTA, shall prepare a discharge plan that is consistent with the goals of occupational therapy, the client, the family, and the interdisciplinary team. Consideration should be given to appropriate community resources for referral and environmental factors or barriers that may need modification to allow for continuity of care. C. Occupational therapists shall collaborate with the client, allowing sufficient time for the coordination and the effective implementation of the discharge plan. D. Occupational therapists shall document outcomes of service delivery and recommendations.