CA Chiropractic Law Exam flashcards
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- Chiropractic Initiative Act
- California law adopted in 1922 by voter initiative that establishes the chiropractic profession, creates the Board of Chiropractic Examiners, and sets licensure and practice standards.
- Board of Chiropractic Examiners
- Seven-member California board appointed by the Governor to license chiropractors, adopt regulations, and enforce the Chiropractic Initiative Act.
- Board composition
- Five licensed chiropractors, one physician, and one public member, all appointed by the Governor, constitute the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners.
- Chiropractic defined
- Under the Act, chiropractic is the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders of the human body by adjustment of the spine and its articulations.
- Licensure requirements
- To be licensed, an applicant must graduate from an approved chiropractic school, pass the Board examination, and pay the required fees.
- Grounds for discipline
- The Board may revoke or suspend a license for unprofessional conduct, conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude, or fraud in obtaining the license.
- Unlicensed practice
- Practicing chiropractic without a valid California license is prohibited and subject to penalties under the Chiropractic Initiative Act.
- Continuing education mandate
- The Act requires licensed chiropractors to complete continuing education as a condition of license renewal, with specifics set by the Board.
- Scope of practice
- Chiropractors may diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders by spinal adjustment and related methods, but may not perform surgery or prescribe drugs.
- Board rulemaking authority
- The Board may adopt regulations to implement the Act, including standards for education, examinations, and professional conduct.
- License renewal cycle
- Chiropractic licenses in California must be renewed every two years, with renewal contingent on completing required continuing education and paying fees.
- Fees and revenue
- The Act authorizes the Board to set and collect fees for licensure, renewal, and other services to fund its operations.
- Patient records requirement
- Chiropractors must maintain accurate and complete patient records for a specified period, as required by the Act and Board regulations.
- Advertising restrictions
- The Act prohibits false or misleading advertising by chiropractors and allows the Board to regulate solicitation and promotional practices.
- Due process in discipline
- Licensees subject to disciplinary action are entitled to notice, a hearing, and other due process protections under the Act.
- Impaired practitioner program
- The Act may provide for a diversion or rehabilitation program for licensees impaired by substance abuse or mental illness.
- Title 16, Division 4
- The California Code of Regulations division containing the Board of Chiropractic Examiners' regulations, beginning at section 300.
- Continuing education hours
- Licensed chiropractors must complete 24 hours of continuing education every two years, including mandatory coursework in ethics and law.
- Renewal and delinquency
- Failure to renew a license by the expiration date results in delinquency; practice during delinquency is prohibited and penalties may apply.
- Address change notification
- A chiropractor must notify the Board of a change of address within 30 days to ensure receipt of official correspondence.
- Unprofessional conduct
- Defined by regulation to include inadequate recordkeeping, false advertising, practicing beyond scope, and other specified acts.
- Recordkeeping standards
- Regulations require chiropractors to keep patient records that accurately reflect evaluation, treatment, and progress for a specified retention period.
- Advertising rules
- Chiropractic advertising must be truthful and not misleading; regulations govern claims, testimonials, and solicitation of patients.
- Infection control
- Regulations mandate standard precautions, proper sterilization of equipment, and hygiene practices to prevent transmission of infectious diseases.
- Malpractice reporting
- Chiropractors must report malpractice claims or adverse events to the Board within specified timeframes as required by regulation.
- Board investigations
- The Board may investigate complaints and conduct disciplinary proceedings, with the licensee entitled to notice and a hearing.
- Hearing procedures
- Disciplinary hearings follow the Administrative Procedure Act, including the right to present evidence and be represented by counsel.
- Scope of practice regulations
- Regulations clarify that chiropractors may perform spinal adjustments and related procedures but may not perform surgery or prescribe medication.
- Continuing education audit
- The Board may audit licensees for compliance with continuing education requirements and may impose penalties for noncompliance.
- License display
- A chiropractor must display the license conspicuously at the practice location as required by regulation.
- Professional conduct standards
- Regulations set standards for professional behavior, including patient confidentiality, informed consent, and avoiding conflicts of interest.
- Fictitious name permit
- A chiropractor practicing under a fictitious business name must obtain a permit from the Board as specified in regulations.