AL Chiropractic Jurisprudence flashcards
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- Chiropractic definition
- The science and art of locating and correcting subluxations of the articulations of the human body, primarily the spine, and adjusting them by hand or instrument.
- Scope of practice
- Chiropractors may use x-rays, modalities, and nutritional counseling, but may not perform surgery or prescribe drugs.
- Chiropractic assistant duties
- Assistants may perform delegated duties under direct supervision of a licensed chiropractor, as defined by Board rule.
- Unlicensed practice penalty
- Practicing chiropractic without a license is a violation of the Act and may result in criminal penalties including fines and imprisonment.
- Licensure age requirement
- Applicants must be at least 21 years old and of good moral character.
- Education requirement
- Applicants must hold a diploma from a chiropractic college accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE).
- NBCE examinations
- Applicants must pass Parts I, II, III, and IV of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners examinations or an equivalent.
- Jurisprudence examination
- The Board may require applicants to pass an examination on the Alabama Chiropractic Practice Act and Board rules.
- License renewal cycle
- Licenses must be renewed biennially by September 30 of odd-numbered years with a late fee for delinquent renewal.
- Board composition
- The Board consists of five members appointed by the Governor: four licensed chiropractors and one consumer member.
- Board member terms
- Members serve staggered five-year terms and may not serve more than two consecutive terms.
- Rulemaking authority
- The Board may adopt rules under the Alabama Administrative Procedure Act, requiring notice, hearing, and legislative review.
- Board hearing rights
- Respondents have the right to counsel, to present evidence, and to cross-examine witnesses in disciplinary hearings.
- Appeal of Board decision
- Board decisions may be appealed to the circuit court of Montgomery County within 30 days.
- Grounds for discipline
- Fraud, deceit, incompetence, negligence, unprofessional conduct, and violation of Board rules are grounds for discipline.
- Felony conviction
- Conviction of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude is a ground for discipline.
- Disciplinary actions
- Actions include reprimand, probation, suspension, revocation, and civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation.
- Summary suspension
- The Board may summarily suspend a license if there is an imminent danger to the public health, safety, or welfare.
- Adverse action reporting
- A licensee must report any adverse action taken by another state or jurisdiction within 30 days.
- Advertising requirements
- Advertising must be truthful, not misleading, and must include the licensee's name and title (e.g., 'D.C.').
- Record retention
- Patient records must be maintained for at least five years from the last treatment, or until age 21 for minors.
- Informed consent
- Before treatment, chiropractors must explain the nature of the procedure, risks, benefits, and alternatives, and obtain consent.
- Patient record access
- Patients have the right to access their records, to refuse treatment, and to be treated with dignity.
- CE requirement
- Licensees must complete 24 hours of continuing education every two years, including 2 hours in ethics and 2 in jurisprudence.
- CE provider approval
- CE must be obtained from Board-approved providers; at least 12 hours must be in clinical subjects.
- Late renewal
- Late renewal is permitted within a grace period with a late fee, but practice is prohibited after expiration until renewed.
- Reinstatement requirements
- Reinstatement of a lapsed license requires completion of delinquent CE and payment of renewal and late fees.
- Mandatory child abuse reporting
- Chiropractors must report suspected child abuse or neglect to the Department of Human Resources as required by law.
- Impaired colleague reporting
- Chiropractors must report impaired colleagues to the Board or a professional assistance program.
- Fee-splitting prohibition
- Chiropractors may not engage in fee-splitting or pay for patient referrals (kickbacks).
- Infection control compliance
- Chiropractors must comply with Alabama Department of Public Health rules for infection control, including sterilization and sharps disposal.
- HIPAA compliance
- Chiropractors must follow HIPAA privacy and security rules for protected health information.