Yes. If you obtain a private physician’s referral of a child for a therapy assessment, the referral must contain the following information:  

1. The diagnosed neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, or physically disabling condition;  
2. The referring physician’s treatment goals and objectives;  
3. The basis for determining those goals and objectives, including how they will improve or ameliorate the student’s condition;  
4. The relationship between the student’s medical condition to their need for special education and related services; and  
5. Any relevant medical records.^[1]

1. Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 7575(b).[↩]