OTR/L

Medical abbreviation · Healthcare Credential

OTR/L
Stands forOccupational Therapist, Registered, Licensed
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OTR/L stands for Occupational Therapist, Registered, Licensed, a healthcare credential abbreviation.

Credential combination showing an occupational therapist is both registered with NBCOT and licensed by a state. It is the most common professional signature for OTs.

Example: Evaluation completed by J. Diaz, MOT, OTR/L.

Usage notes

The /L indicates state licensure, which is required to practice in every US state. Assistants use the similar COTA/L. Some therapists add specialty certifications, such as CHT (certified hand therapist).

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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.