Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-6-213 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 6 / Section 63-6-213
Investigation and prosecution of violations - Injunctions - Contested cases
Status: in_force

(a) The members of the board shall investigate any supposed violation of this chapter and report to the proper district attorney general all the cases that in the judgment of such member or members warrant prosecution. (b) It is the duty of the district attorneys general to prosecute violators of this chapter. (c) (1) The board may, through the department of health's general counsel, petition any circuit or chancery court having jurisdiction over any person within this state who is practicing medicine without a license or in violation of a restriction or condition placed upon a license, regardless of whether such practice resulted from a license being restricted, conditioned, denied, or because a license has been suspended or revoked by action of the board, or any other reason, to enjoin such person from conducting or continuing to conduct the unlawful practice of medicine within this state. (2) Jurisdiction is conferred upon the circuit and chancery courts of this state to hear and determine all such causes as equity causes and are authorized to exercise full and complete jurisdiction in these injunctive proceedings. Nothing in this section shall be construed as conferring criminal jurisdiction upon any court not now possessing such criminal jurisdiction, nor shall any such court, as an incident to the injunctive proceedings authorized in this section, have the power to assess criminal penalties. (d) The board shall retain rulemaking authority to adjust the administration of its contested case docket in order to provide for the efficient and orderly disposition of contested cases. This authority may include rulemaking for the setting of reasonable limitations on deadlines for case settlements, and whether several contested cases are set on each meeting's docket of business. Acts 1901, ch. 78, § 21; Shan., § 3609a35; mod. Code 1932, § 6939; Acts 1945, ch. 181, § 11; C. Supp. 1950, § 6939; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-617; Acts 1996, ch. 1043, § 5.
(a) The members of the board shall investigate any supposed violation of this chapter and report to the proper district attorney general all the cases that in the judgment of such member or members warrant prosecution.
(b) It is the duty of the district attorneys general to prosecute violators of this chapter.
(c) (1) The board may, through the department of health's general counsel, petition any circuit or chancery court having jurisdiction over any person within this state who is practicing medicine without a license or in violation of a restriction or condition placed upon a license, regardless of whether such practice resulted from a license being restricted, conditioned, denied, or because a license has been suspended or revoked by action of the board, or any other reason, to enjoin such person from conducting or continuing to conduct the unlawful practice of medicine within this state. (2) Jurisdiction is conferred upon the circuit and chancery courts of this state to hear and determine all such causes as equity causes and are authorized to exercise full and complete jurisdiction in these injunctive proceedings. Nothing in this section shall be construed as conferring criminal jurisdiction upon any court not now possessing such criminal jurisdiction, nor shall any such court, as an incident to the injunctive proceedings authorized in this section, have the power to assess criminal penalties.
(1) The board may, through the department of health's general counsel, petition any circuit or chancery court having jurisdiction over any person within this state who is practicing medicine without a license or in violation of a restriction or condition placed upon a license, regardless of whether such practice resulted from a license being restricted, conditioned, denied, or because a license has been suspended or revoked by action of the board, or any other reason, to enjoin such person from conducting or continuing to conduct the unlawful practice of medicine within this state.
(2) Jurisdiction is conferred upon the circuit and chancery courts of this state to hear and determine all such causes as equity causes and are authorized to exercise full and complete jurisdiction in these injunctive proceedings. Nothing in this section shall be construed as conferring criminal jurisdiction upon any court not now possessing such criminal jurisdiction, nor shall any such court, as an incident to the injunctive proceedings authorized in this section, have the power to assess criminal penalties.
(d) The board shall retain rulemaking authority to adjust the administration of its contested case docket in order to provide for the efficient and orderly disposition of contested cases. This authority may include rulemaking for the setting of reasonable limitations on deadlines for case settlements, and whether several contested cases are set on each meeting's docket of business.
Acts 1901, ch. 78, § 21; Shan., § 3609a35; mod. Code 1932, § 6939; Acts 1945, ch. 181, § 11; C. Supp. 1950, § 6939; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-617; Acts 1996, ch. 1043, § 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-10-307 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 10 / Section 63-10-307
Executive director
Status: in_force

(a) The board shall consult with the division of health related boards in the department of health in appointing a person to serve as executive director of the board; however, the board is not bound by any recommendation of the division. The executive director must be licensed as a pharmacist in this state for at least five (5) consecutive years immediately preceding the appointment. Once appointed, the executive director shall operate under the supervision and control of the division of health related boards. (b) The board shall specify the executive director's duties, and the executive director is responsible for the performance of the administrative functions of the board, which may include, but are not limited to: (1) Recording and compiling the minutes of the board; (2) Supervising employees assigned by the division of health related boards to support the board; (3) Performing studies and research as the board or division directs; (4) Representing the board at functions as authorized by the board and the division; and (5) Serving as a consultant to the division in its enforcement duties on behalf of the board. (c) The board may dismiss the executive director without consulting with the division. Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 606,s 1, eff. 3/27/2024. Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 457, s 1, eff. 7/1/2023. Acts 1996, ch. 651, § 15; T.C.A. § 63-10-507 ; Acts 2007 , ch. 407, § 19.
(a) The board shall consult with the division of health related boards in the department of health in appointing a person to serve as executive director of the board; however, the board is not bound by any recommendation of the division. The executive director must be licensed as a pharmacist in this state for at least five (5) consecutive years immediately preceding the appointment. Once appointed, the executive director shall operate under the supervision and control of the division of health related boards.
(b) The board shall specify the executive director's duties, and the executive director is responsible for the performance of the administrative functions of the board, which may include, but are not limited to: (1) Recording and compiling the minutes of the board; (2) Supervising employees assigned by the division of health related boards to support the board; (3) Performing studies and research as the board or division directs; (4) Representing the board at functions as authorized by the board and the division; and (5) Serving as a consultant to the division in its enforcement duties on behalf of the board.
(1) Recording and compiling the minutes of the board;
(2) Supervising employees assigned by the division of health related boards to support the board;
(3) Performing studies and research as the board or division directs;
(4) Representing the board at functions as authorized by the board and the division; and
(5) Serving as a consultant to the division in its enforcement duties on behalf of the board.
(c) The board may dismiss the executive director without consulting with the division.
Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 606,s 1, eff. 3/27/2024.
Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 457, s 1, eff. 7/1/2023.
Acts 1996, ch. 651, § 15; T.C.A. § 63-10-507 ; Acts 2007 , ch. 407, § 19.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-1-108 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 1 / Section 63-1-108
Certificate of registration - Change of address of registrant - Service of process
Status: in_force

(a) Upon due application by a licensee of the division and upon the payment of fees required to be paid by this chapter, the division shall issue to such applicant a certificate of registration signed by the executive officer of the division, which certificate shall recite that such person is duly registered for the year specified. (b) Such certificate of registration shall contain the name of the person to whom it is issued, the address of the person, which shall be the address of the licensee deemed sufficient for purposes of service of process, the branch of the healing arts in which the person is licensed to practice, the date and number of the license and such other information as the division deems advisable. (c) If any registrant changes address during the year for which any certificate of registration has been issued by the division, such registrant, within thirty (30) days thereafter, shall notify the division of such change, whereupon the division shall issue to such registrant, without additional fee, a duplicate registration certificate for such new location. (d) For the purpose of effecting service of process upon a licensee, the division may notify the licensee by certified mail, return receipt requested, at the address on file with the division. Acts 1947, ch. 9, § 6; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 6907.6 (Williams, § 6917.23); Acts 1975, ch. 355, § 4; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-114; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 67; T.C.A., § 63-1-115 ; Acts 1990, ch. 1026, § 32.
(a) Upon due application by a licensee of the division and upon the payment of fees required to be paid by this chapter, the division shall issue to such applicant a certificate of registration signed by the executive officer of the division, which certificate shall recite that such person is duly registered for the year specified.
(b) Such certificate of registration shall contain the name of the person to whom it is issued, the address of the person, which shall be the address of the licensee deemed sufficient for purposes of service of process, the branch of the healing arts in which the person is licensed to practice, the date and number of the license and such other information as the division deems advisable.
(c) If any registrant changes address during the year for which any certificate of registration has been issued by the division, such registrant, within thirty (30) days thereafter, shall notify the division of such change, whereupon the division shall issue to such registrant, without additional fee, a duplicate registration certificate for such new location.
(d) For the purpose of effecting service of process upon a licensee, the division may notify the licensee by certified mail, return receipt requested, at the address on file with the division.
Acts 1947, ch. 9, § 6; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 6907.6 (Williams, § 6917.23); Acts 1975, ch. 355, § 4; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-114; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 67; T.C.A., § 63-1-115 ; Acts 1990, ch. 1026, § 32.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-6-209 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 6 / Section 63-6-209
Issue of licenses
Status: in_force

(a) Licenses shall be issued promptly by the division as directed by the board after the board determines that an applicant has met all licensure criteria or qualifications and successfully passed the examination. The board shall also issue to such applicant a certificate of registration signed by the administrator of the health related boards, which certificate shall recite that the person is duly registered for the years specified. (b) The board also has the authority to issue locum tenens and/or conditional licenses as it deems appropriate after reviewing the qualifications of applicants. In addition to the authority granted the board in § 63-6-214 , the board has the authority to issue restricted licenses and special licenses based upon licensure to another state for the limited purpose of authorizing the practice of telemedicine to current applicants or current licensees, or both, as it deems necessary, pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5. (c) Any certificate of registration issued by the board shall contain the name of the person to whom it is issued, the address of the person, the date and number of the license and such other information as the board deems necessary. The address contained on this certificate of registration shall be the address of the licensee where all correspondence and renewal forms from the board shall be sent during the two (2) years for which the certificate of registration has been issued and shall be the address deemed sufficient for purposes of service of process. (d) Any licensee whose address changes from the address contained on the registration certificate shall, within thirty (30) days thereafter, notify the board of the address change. Acts 1901, ch. 78, § 11; Shan., § 3609a24; Code 1932, § 6928; Acts 1945, ch. 181, § 6; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 9, §§ 2-4, 9; C. Supp. 1950, § 6928; Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 15; 1961, ch. 114, § 1; 1972, ch. 587, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-613; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 31; 1985, ch. 48, § 1; T.C.A., § 63-6-210(a) ; Acts 1993, ch. 404, § 10; 1996, ch. 1043, § 3.
(a) Licenses shall be issued promptly by the division as directed by the board after the board determines that an applicant has met all licensure criteria or qualifications and successfully passed the examination. The board shall also issue to such applicant a certificate of registration signed by the administrator of the health related boards, which certificate shall recite that the person is duly registered for the years specified.
(b) The board also has the authority to issue locum tenens and/or conditional licenses as it deems appropriate after reviewing the qualifications of applicants. In addition to the authority granted the board in § 63-6-214 , the board has the authority to issue restricted licenses and special licenses based upon licensure to another state for the limited purpose of authorizing the practice of telemedicine to current applicants or current licensees, or both, as it deems necessary, pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
(c) Any certificate of registration issued by the board shall contain the name of the person to whom it is issued, the address of the person, the date and number of the license and such other information as the board deems necessary. The address contained on this certificate of registration shall be the address of the licensee where all correspondence and renewal forms from the board shall be sent during the two (2) years for which the certificate of registration has been issued and shall be the address deemed sufficient for purposes of service of process.
(d) Any licensee whose address changes from the address contained on the registration certificate shall, within thirty (30) days thereafter, notify the board of the address change.
Acts 1901, ch. 78, § 11; Shan., § 3609a24; Code 1932, § 6928; Acts 1945, ch. 181, § 6; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 9, §§ 2-4, 9; C. Supp. 1950, § 6928; Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 15; 1961, ch. 114, § 1; 1972, ch. 587, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-613; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 31; 1985, ch. 48, § 1; T.C.A., § 63-6-210(a) ; Acts 1993, ch. 404, § 10; 1996, ch. 1043, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-11-604 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 11 / Section 63-11-604
Authority and powers of the advisory committee - Rule making authority
Status: in_force

(a) The advisory committee shall: (1) Promulgate rules for the implementation of this part, including rules to establish: (A) Requirements and procedures for certification and certification renewal for certified professional music therapists; (B) Standards of practice, ethics, and professional responsibility to govern the conduct of persons certified under this part; (C) Procedures for investigating reports of professional misconduct and unlawful acts by certified professional music therapists; and (D) Criteria and procedures for certification by endorsement and reciprocity, waiver of examinations, and temporary certificates; (2) Establish reasonable and necessary fees for certification and certification renewal that, in the aggregate, cover the cost of administering this part; and (3) Maintain a list of persons holding certificates under this part, to be provided to any interested party upon written request. (b) The advisory committee shall also: (1) Review issues related to complaints and disciplinary actions involving certified professional music therapists; (2) Review the qualifications of certification applications and issue certificates to persons who meet the requirements for certification under this part; (3) Establish guidelines and criteria for continuing education for the renewal of certificates; and (4) Perform additional duties and responsibilities as requested by the board. (c) The advisory committee may: (1) Facilitate the development of materials to educate the public concerning music therapist certification, the benefits of music therapy, and utilization of music therapy by persons and in facilities or institutional settings; and (2) Facilitate the statewide dissemination of information between music therapists, the American Music Therapy Association or any successor organization, the Certification Board for Music Therapists or any successor organization, and the advisory committee chair. (d) The rules promulgated by the advisory committee for the implementation of this part must: (1) Provide for the requirements for certification as set forth in § 63-11-605 ; (2) Take into consideration the standards of ethics and professional conduct of the code of ethics of the American Music Therapy Association and code of professional ethics of the Certification Board for Music Therapists in effect on January 1, 2025, or any successor organization. Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
(a) The advisory committee shall: (1) Promulgate rules for the implementation of this part, including rules to establish: (A) Requirements and procedures for certification and certification renewal for certified professional music therapists; (B) Standards of practice, ethics, and professional responsibility to govern the conduct of persons certified under this part; (C) Procedures for investigating reports of professional misconduct and unlawful acts by certified professional music therapists; and (D) Criteria and procedures for certification by endorsement and reciprocity, waiver of examinations, and temporary certificates; (2) Establish reasonable and necessary fees for certification and certification renewal that, in the aggregate, cover the cost of administering this part; and (3) Maintain a list of persons holding certificates under this part, to be provided to any interested party upon written request.
(1) Promulgate rules for the implementation of this part, including rules to establish: (A) Requirements and procedures for certification and certification renewal for certified professional music therapists; (B) Standards of practice, ethics, and professional responsibility to govern the conduct of persons certified under this part; (C) Procedures for investigating reports of professional misconduct and unlawful acts by certified professional music therapists; and (D) Criteria and procedures for certification by endorsement and reciprocity, waiver of examinations, and temporary certificates;
(A) Requirements and procedures for certification and certification renewal for certified professional music therapists;
(B) Standards of practice, ethics, and professional responsibility to govern the conduct of persons certified under this part;
(C) Procedures for investigating reports of professional misconduct and unlawful acts by certified professional music therapists; and
(D) Criteria and procedures for certification by endorsement and reciprocity, waiver of examinations, and temporary certificates;
(2) Establish reasonable and necessary fees for certification and certification renewal that, in the aggregate, cover the cost of administering this part; and
(3) Maintain a list of persons holding certificates under this part, to be provided to any interested party upon written request.
(b) The advisory committee shall also: (1) Review issues related to complaints and disciplinary actions involving certified professional music therapists; (2) Review the qualifications of certification applications and issue certificates to persons who meet the requirements for certification under this part; (3) Establish guidelines and criteria for continuing education for the renewal of certificates; and (4) Perform additional duties and responsibilities as requested by the board.
(1) Review issues related to complaints and disciplinary actions involving certified professional music therapists;
(2) Review the qualifications of certification applications and issue certificates to persons who meet the requirements for certification under this part;
(3) Establish guidelines and criteria for continuing education for the renewal of certificates; and
(4) Perform additional duties and responsibilities as requested by the board.
(c) The advisory committee may: (1) Facilitate the development of materials to educate the public concerning music therapist certification, the benefits of music therapy, and utilization of music therapy by persons and in facilities or institutional settings; and (2) Facilitate the statewide dissemination of information between music therapists, the American Music Therapy Association or any successor organization, the Certification Board for Music Therapists or any successor organization, and the advisory committee chair.
(1) Facilitate the development of materials to educate the public concerning music therapist certification, the benefits of music therapy, and utilization of music therapy by persons and in facilities or institutional settings; and
(2) Facilitate the statewide dissemination of information between music therapists, the American Music Therapy Association or any successor organization, the Certification Board for Music Therapists or any successor organization, and the advisory committee chair.
(d) The rules promulgated by the advisory committee for the implementation of this part must: (1) Provide for the requirements for certification as set forth in § 63-11-605 ; (2) Take into consideration the standards of ethics and professional conduct of the code of ethics of the American Music Therapy Association and code of professional ethics of the Certification Board for Music Therapists in effect on January 1, 2025, or any successor organization.
(1) Provide for the requirements for certification as set forth in § 63-11-605 ;
(2) Take into consideration the standards of ethics and professional conduct of the code of ethics of the American Music Therapy Association and code of professional ethics of the Certification Board for Music Therapists in effect on January 1, 2025, or any successor organization.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1010,s 2, eff. 1/1/2025.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-13-318 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 13 / Section 63-13-318
Board of physical therapy
Status: in_force

(a) There is created a board of physical therapy, which shall perform the same functions and have the same duties and responsibilities that were performed by the committee of physical therapy prior to July 1, 2007. (b) The board shall consist of five (5) members appointed by the governor, each of whom shall be a resident of this state. Three (3) members of the board shall be licensed physical therapists who have had at least five (5) years of experience in the actual practice or teaching of physical therapy immediately preceding their appointment. One (1) member of the board shall be a licensed physical therapist assistant who has had at least five (5) years of experience in the actual performance of physical therapy procedures and related tasks or teaching of a physical therapist assistant curriculum immediately preceding the appointment. One (1) member of the board shall be a person who is not engaged in the practice of physical therapy and who is not professionally or commercially associated with the health care industry. (c) The physical therapist and physical therapist assistant members may be appointed by the governor from lists of nominees submitted by interested physical therapy groups, including, but not limited to, the Tennessee Physical Therapy Association. The governor shall consult with the interested physical therapy groups to determine qualified persons to fill positions on the board. (d) The physical therapists and the physical therapist assistant who are serving on the committee of physical therapy on July 1, 2007, shall continue to serve as members of the board until the expiration of their terms. (e) The board shall organize annually and select a chair and a secretary. Meetings shall be held as frequently as may be required. (f) A quorum of the board shall consist of at least three (3) members. (g) The division shall provide administrative, investigatory and clerical services to the board. (h) Each member of the board shall be reimbursed for actual expenses incurred in the performance of official duties on the board and shall be entitled to a per diem of one hundred dollars ($100) for each day of service in conducting the business of the board. All reimbursement for travel expenses shall be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter. (i) All regular appointments to the board shall be for terms of three (3) years each. Each member shall serve until a successor is appointed. Vacancies shall be filled by appointment of the governor for the remainder of the unexpired term. (j) The governor may, at the request of the board, remove any member of the board for misconduct, incompetence or neglect of duty. (k) In making appointments to the board, the governor shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) member is fifty-five (55) years of age or older, that at least one (1) member is a racial minority, and that the gender balance of the board reflects the gender balance of the state's population. (l) After July 1, 2007, the board shall assume and fulfill all powers and duties previously assigned to the committee of physical therapy, and the rules adopted by the committee of physical therapy shall become the rules of the board without further action by the board. Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 790, s 15, eff. 7/15/2020. Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 211, s 2, eff. 4/28/2017. Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 600, s 3, eff. 4/4/2014. Acts 2007 , ch. 115, § 11.
(a) There is created a board of physical therapy, which shall perform the same functions and have the same duties and responsibilities that were performed by the committee of physical therapy prior to July 1, 2007.
(b) The board shall consist of five (5) members appointed by the governor, each of whom shall be a resident of this state. Three (3) members of the board shall be licensed physical therapists who have had at least five (5) years of experience in the actual practice or teaching of physical therapy immediately preceding their appointment. One (1) member of the board shall be a licensed physical therapist assistant who has had at least five (5) years of experience in the actual performance of physical therapy procedures and related tasks or teaching of a physical therapist assistant curriculum immediately preceding the appointment. One (1) member of the board shall be a person who is not engaged in the practice of physical therapy and who is not professionally or commercially associated with the health care industry.
(c) The physical therapist and physical therapist assistant members may be appointed by the governor from lists of nominees submitted by interested physical therapy groups, including, but not limited to, the Tennessee Physical Therapy Association. The governor shall consult with the interested physical therapy groups to determine qualified persons to fill positions on the board.
(d) The physical therapists and the physical therapist assistant who are serving on the committee of physical therapy on July 1, 2007, shall continue to serve as members of the board until the expiration of their terms.
(e) The board shall organize annually and select a chair and a secretary. Meetings shall be held as frequently as may be required.
(f) A quorum of the board shall consist of at least three (3) members.
(g) The division shall provide administrative, investigatory and clerical services to the board.
(h) Each member of the board shall be reimbursed for actual expenses incurred in the performance of official duties on the board and shall be entitled to a per diem of one hundred dollars ($100) for each day of service in conducting the business of the board. All reimbursement for travel expenses shall be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
(i) All regular appointments to the board shall be for terms of three (3) years each. Each member shall serve until a successor is appointed. Vacancies shall be filled by appointment of the governor for the remainder of the unexpired term.
(j) The governor may, at the request of the board, remove any member of the board for misconduct, incompetence or neglect of duty.
(k) In making appointments to the board, the governor shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) member is fifty-five (55) years of age or older, that at least one (1) member is a racial minority, and that the gender balance of the board reflects the gender balance of the state's population.
(l) After July 1, 2007, the board shall assume and fulfill all powers and duties previously assigned to the committee of physical therapy, and the rules adopted by the committee of physical therapy shall become the rules of the board without further action by the board.
Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 790, s 15, eff. 7/15/2020.
Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 211, s 2, eff. 4/28/2017.
Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 600, s 3, eff. 4/4/2014.
Acts 2007 , ch. 115, § 11.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-13-314 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 13 / Section 63-13-314
Administrative procedure for disciplinary actions - Jurisdiction of board
Status: in_force

(a) All proceedings for disciplinary action against a licensee shall be conducted in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5. (b) The board retains jurisdiction to modify or refuse to modify, upon request of any party, any of its orders issued pursuant to this section. Acts 1999, ch. 528, § 26; 2007 , ch. 115, § 10.
(a) All proceedings for disciplinary action against a licensee shall be conducted in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
(b) The board retains jurisdiction to modify or refuse to modify, upon request of any party, any of its orders issued pursuant to this section.
Acts 1999, ch. 528, § 26; 2007 , ch. 115, § 10.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-32-103 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 32 / Section 63-32-103
Duties of division of health related boards
Status: in_force

It is the duty of the division of health related boards to compile, consolidate, manage and disseminate the information collected by entities of the department of health and the department of commerce and insurance as required by this chapter. Acts 1998, ch. 1073, § 3.
It is the duty of the division of health related boards to compile, consolidate, manage and disseminate the information collected by entities of the department of health and the department of commerce and insurance as required by this chapter.
Acts 1998, ch. 1073, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-24-108 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 24 / Section 63-24-108
Hearings - Procedure - Reissuance of licenses
Status: in_force

(a) Any person whose application is denied is entitled to a hearing before the board if the person submits a written request to the board. Disciplinary proceedings shall be conducted in accordance with the contested case provisions of the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5. (b) On application, the board may reissue a license to a person whose license has been cancelled or revoked, but the application may not be made prior to the expiration of a period of six (6) months after the order of cancellation or revocation has become final, and application shall be made in the manner and form as the board may require. (c) (1) Any person who practices in this state without having first complied with this chapter commits a Class B misdemeanor for each instance of such practice. Each day any person practices without first obtaining a valid license or renewing a license constitutes a separate offense. (2) The board, in addition to the powers and duties expressed in this chapter with respect to the grant, denial and discipline of licensure is empowered to petition any circuit or chancery court having jurisdiction of any person within this state who is practicing without a license or to whom a license has been denied, or whose license has been suspended or revoked by action of the board, to enjoin the person from continuing to practice within this state. Jurisdiction is conferred upon the circuit and chancery courts of this state to hear and determine all such causes as equity causes and exercise full and complete jurisdiction in such injunctive proceedings. Nothing in this section shall be construed as conferring criminal jurisdiction upon any court not now possessing such criminal jurisdiction, nor shall any such court, as an incident to the injunctive proceedings authorized in this subdivision (c)(2), have the power to assess the criminal penalties. Acts 1983, ch. 361, § 9; T.C.A., § 63-6-308; Acts 2000, ch. 694, § 1; 2006, ch. 872, § 5.
(a) Any person whose application is denied is entitled to a hearing before the board if the person submits a written request to the board. Disciplinary proceedings shall be conducted in accordance with the contested case provisions of the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
(b) On application, the board may reissue a license to a person whose license has been cancelled or revoked, but the application may not be made prior to the expiration of a period of six (6) months after the order of cancellation or revocation has become final, and application shall be made in the manner and form as the board may require.
(c) (1) Any person who practices in this state without having first complied with this chapter commits a Class B misdemeanor for each instance of such practice. Each day any person practices without first obtaining a valid license or renewing a license constitutes a separate offense. (2) The board, in addition to the powers and duties expressed in this chapter with respect to the grant, denial and discipline of licensure is empowered to petition any circuit or chancery court having jurisdiction of any person within this state who is practicing without a license or to whom a license has been denied, or whose license has been suspended or revoked by action of the board, to enjoin the person from continuing to practice within this state. Jurisdiction is conferred upon the circuit and chancery courts of this state to hear and determine all such causes as equity causes and exercise full and complete jurisdiction in such injunctive proceedings. Nothing in this section shall be construed as conferring criminal jurisdiction upon any court not now possessing such criminal jurisdiction, nor shall any such court, as an incident to the injunctive proceedings authorized in this subdivision (c)(2), have the power to assess the criminal penalties.
(1) Any person who practices in this state without having first complied with this chapter commits a Class B misdemeanor for each instance of such practice. Each day any person practices without first obtaining a valid license or renewing a license constitutes a separate offense.
(2) The board, in addition to the powers and duties expressed in this chapter with respect to the grant, denial and discipline of licensure is empowered to petition any circuit or chancery court having jurisdiction of any person within this state who is practicing without a license or to whom a license has been denied, or whose license has been suspended or revoked by action of the board, to enjoin the person from continuing to practice within this state. Jurisdiction is conferred upon the circuit and chancery courts of this state to hear and determine all such causes as equity causes and exercise full and complete jurisdiction in such injunctive proceedings. Nothing in this section shall be construed as conferring criminal jurisdiction upon any court not now possessing such criminal jurisdiction, nor shall any such court, as an incident to the injunctive proceedings authorized in this subdivision (c)(2), have the power to assess the criminal penalties.
Acts 1983, ch. 361, § 9; T.C.A., § 63-6-308; Acts 2000, ch. 694, § 1; 2006, ch. 872, § 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-19-102 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 19 / Section 63-19-102
Part definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this part: (1) "Advertising": (A) Means informational communication to the public in any manner to attract attention to the practice of a physician assistant; and (B) Includes business solicitation: (i) With or without limiting qualifications, on a card, sign, or device issued to a person; (ii) On a sign or marking in or on a building; (iii) In a newspaper, magazine, directory, or other printed matter; and (iv) Communicated by an individual, radio, video, website, social media, or television broadcasting or other means designed to secure public attention; (2) "Board" means the board of physician assistants created by § 63-19-103 ; (3) "Collaborating physician" means a physician with whom a physician assistant has a formal relationship based on either protocols or a collaborative agreement; (4) "Collaborative agreement" means a written or electronic agreement that complies with the requirements of §§ 63-19-106 and 63-19-107 and is signed by a collaborating physician and a physician assistant who has received endorsement by the board; (5) "Endorsement" means a designation by the board to a physician assistant who meets the qualifications for endorsement as set forth in § 63-19-106 , whereby such physician assistant is not required to practice pursuant to protocols but shall continue to collaborate with, consult with, or refer to the appropriate healthcare professional as indicated by the patient's condition and by the physician assistant's education, experience, and competencies, and according to the collaborative agreement between the endorsed physician assistant and collaborating physician; (6) "HIPAA-compliant" means that an entity has implemented technical policies and procedures for electronic information systems that meet the requirements of 45 CFR 164.312 ; (7) "Medical specialty" means an area of the study of medicine completed by a physician that leads to board certification by one of the boards approved by either the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Board of Osteopathic Specialties; (8) "Orthopedic physician assistant" or "(OPA-C)" means an individual who renders service in collaboration with a licensed orthopedic physician or orthopedic surgeon and who has been licensed by the board of physician assistants pursuant to this chapter as an orthopedic physician assistant; (9) "Physician" means an individual in active practice and lawfully licensed to practice medicine and surgery pursuant to chapter 6 of this title, osteopathic medicine pursuant to chapter 9 of this title, or podiatry pursuant to chapter 3 of this title; (10) "Physician assistant" means an individual who is licensed to render services, whether diagnostic or therapeutic, that are acts constituting the practice of medicine, osteopathic medicine, or podiatry and who meets the qualifications described in this part; (11) "Protocol" means a written or electronic document signed by a collaborating physician and physician assistant who has not received endorsement by the board or is otherwise required by law that describes the manner in which a physician assistant practices and collaborates with a collaborating physician and that meets the requirements of § 63-19-106 or other law requiring protocols; and (12) "Usual scope of practice": (A) Includes medical services generally provided by the collaborating physician to a patient in the normal course of the physician's clinical medical practice, such as services the collaborating physician routinely provides individually or through delegation to other persons so that the physician has the experience and ability to collaborate and provide consultation; and (B) Does not include specific tasks or duties. Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1042,s 1, eff. upon promulgation of rules governing the collaborative agreements of physician assistants with physicians; see T.C.A. § 63-19-106(h)(1). Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 565, s 6, eff. 5/26/2021. Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 610, s 4, eff. 7/1/2018. Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 946, s 3, eff. 4/27/2016. Acts 1985, ch. 376, § 1; T.C.A., § 63-19-202 ; Acts 1988, ch. 906, § 1; 1992, ch. 604, §§ 1, 2; 1994, ch. 901, § 4; 1995, ch. 337, § 1; 1996, ch. 771, § 5; 1997 , ch. 207, § 5.
As used in this part:
(1) "Advertising": (A) Means informational communication to the public in any manner to attract attention to the practice of a physician assistant; and (B) Includes business solicitation: (i) With or without limiting qualifications, on a card, sign, or device issued to a person; (ii) On a sign or marking in or on a building; (iii) In a newspaper, magazine, directory, or other printed matter; and (iv) Communicated by an individual, radio, video, website, social media, or television broadcasting or other means designed to secure public attention;
(A) Means informational communication to the public in any manner to attract attention to the practice of a physician assistant; and
(B) Includes business solicitation: (i) With or without limiting qualifications, on a card, sign, or device issued to a person; (ii) On a sign or marking in or on a building; (iii) In a newspaper, magazine, directory, or other printed matter; and (iv) Communicated by an individual, radio, video, website, social media, or television broadcasting or other means designed to secure public attention;
(i) With or without limiting qualifications, on a card, sign, or device issued to a person;
(ii) On a sign or marking in or on a building;
(iii) In a newspaper, magazine, directory, or other printed matter; and
(iv) Communicated by an individual, radio, video, website, social media, or television broadcasting or other means designed to secure public attention;
(2) "Board" means the board of physician assistants created by § 63-19-103 ;
(3) "Collaborating physician" means a physician with whom a physician assistant has a formal relationship based on either protocols or a collaborative agreement;
(4) "Collaborative agreement" means a written or electronic agreement that complies with the requirements of §§ 63-19-106 and 63-19-107 and is signed by a collaborating physician and a physician assistant who has received endorsement by the board;
(5) "Endorsement" means a designation by the board to a physician assistant who meets the qualifications for endorsement as set forth in § 63-19-106 , whereby such physician assistant is not required to practice pursuant to protocols but shall continue to collaborate with, consult with, or refer to the appropriate healthcare professional as indicated by the patient's condition and by the physician assistant's education, experience, and competencies, and according to the collaborative agreement between the endorsed physician assistant and collaborating physician;
(6) "HIPAA-compliant" means that an entity has implemented technical policies and procedures for electronic information systems that meet the requirements of 45 CFR 164.312 ;
(7) "Medical specialty" means an area of the study of medicine completed by a physician that leads to board certification by one of the boards approved by either the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Board of Osteopathic Specialties;
(8) "Orthopedic physician assistant" or "(OPA-C)" means an individual who renders service in collaboration with a licensed orthopedic physician or orthopedic surgeon and who has been licensed by the board of physician assistants pursuant to this chapter as an orthopedic physician assistant;
(9) "Physician" means an individual in active practice and lawfully licensed to practice medicine and surgery pursuant to chapter 6 of this title, osteopathic medicine pursuant to chapter 9 of this title, or podiatry pursuant to chapter 3 of this title;
(10) "Physician assistant" means an individual who is licensed to render services, whether diagnostic or therapeutic, that are acts constituting the practice of medicine, osteopathic medicine, or podiatry and who meets the qualifications described in this part;
(11) "Protocol" means a written or electronic document signed by a collaborating physician and physician assistant who has not received endorsement by the board or is otherwise required by law that describes the manner in which a physician assistant practices and collaborates with a collaborating physician and that meets the requirements of § 63-19-106 or other law requiring protocols; and
(12) "Usual scope of practice": (A) Includes medical services generally provided by the collaborating physician to a patient in the normal course of the physician's clinical medical practice, such as services the collaborating physician routinely provides individually or through delegation to other persons so that the physician has the experience and ability to collaborate and provide consultation; and (B) Does not include specific tasks or duties.
(A) Includes medical services generally provided by the collaborating physician to a patient in the normal course of the physician's clinical medical practice, such as services the collaborating physician routinely provides individually or through delegation to other persons so that the physician has the experience and ability to collaborate and provide consultation; and
(B) Does not include specific tasks or duties.
Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1042,s 1, eff. upon promulgation of rules governing the collaborative agreements of physician assistants with physicians; see T.C.A. § 63-19-106(h)(1).
Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 565, s 6, eff. 5/26/2021.
Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 610, s 4, eff. 7/1/2018.
Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 946, s 3, eff. 4/27/2016.
Acts 1985, ch. 376, § 1; T.C.A., § 63-19-202 ; Acts 1988, ch. 906, § 1; 1992, ch. 604, §§ 1, 2; 1994, ch. 901, § 4; 1995, ch. 337, § 1; 1996, ch. 771, § 5; 1997 , ch. 207, § 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-10-305 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 10 / Section 63-10-305
Terms of office and removal
Status: in_force

(a) Board members shall serve seven-year terms or until their successors have been qualified. A member of the board is not eligible for reappointment; provided, however, that a member may be reappointed for one (1) full term if the member is appointed to fill a vacancy for which occurred prior to the expiration of a former member's term. (b) The terms of the members of the board are staggered so that the terms of no more than three (3) members expire in one (1) year. (c) A member of the board who is found to have committed misconduct may be removed by the governor upon the recommendation of the remaining members. As used in this subsection (c), "misconduct" means: (1) The refusal or inability of a board member to perform their duties as a member of the board due to inefficiency, irresponsibility, and unprofessional manner; (2) The misuse of office by a member of the board to obtain personal, pecuniary, or material gain or advantage for their self or another through the office; or (3) The violation of a law pertaining to the practice of pharmacy or the distribution of drugs and devices. Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 457, s 1, eff. 7/1/2023. Acts 1996, ch. 651, § 13; T.C.A. § 63-10-505 ; Acts 2007 , ch. 407, §§ 2, 15, 16.
(a) Board members shall serve seven-year terms or until their successors have been qualified. A member of the board is not eligible for reappointment; provided, however, that a member may be reappointed for one (1) full term if the member is appointed to fill a vacancy for which occurred prior to the expiration of a former member's term.
(b) The terms of the members of the board are staggered so that the terms of no more than three (3) members expire in one (1) year.
(c) A member of the board who is found to have committed misconduct may be removed by the governor upon the recommendation of the remaining members. As used in this subsection (c), "misconduct" means: (1) The refusal or inability of a board member to perform their duties as a member of the board due to inefficiency, irresponsibility, and unprofessional manner; (2) The misuse of office by a member of the board to obtain personal, pecuniary, or material gain or advantage for their self or another through the office; or (3) The violation of a law pertaining to the practice of pharmacy or the distribution of drugs and devices.
(1) The refusal or inability of a board member to perform their duties as a member of the board due to inefficiency, irresponsibility, and unprofessional manner;
(2) The misuse of office by a member of the board to obtain personal, pecuniary, or material gain or advantage for their self or another through the office; or
(3) The violation of a law pertaining to the practice of pharmacy or the distribution of drugs and devices.
Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 457, s 1, eff. 7/1/2023.
Acts 1996, ch. 651, § 13; T.C.A. § 63-10-505 ; Acts 2007 , ch. 407, §§ 2, 15, 16.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-26-127 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 26 / Section 63-26-127
Penalties - Disposition of fines
Status: in_force

(a) Any person who practices electrology without a license commits a Class C misdemeanor. (b) Each violation of this chapter constitutes a separate offense. (c) All civil penalties for a violation of this chapter shall be paid to the commissioner and given to the state treasurer as provided in § 63-26-107 . Acts 1988, ch. 896, § 29; 1989, ch. 591, § 113; 1993, ch. 342, § 1; T.C.A., §62-34-227; Acts 2009 , ch. 456, §§ 35, 40.
(a) Any person who practices electrology without a license commits a Class C misdemeanor.
(b) Each violation of this chapter constitutes a separate offense.
(c) All civil penalties for a violation of this chapter shall be paid to the commissioner and given to the state treasurer as provided in § 63-26-107 .
Acts 1988, ch. 896, § 29; 1989, ch. 591, § 113; 1993, ch. 342, § 1; T.C.A., §62-34-227; Acts 2009 , ch. 456, §§ 35, 40.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-1-111 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 1 / Section 63-1-111
Retirement
Status: in_force

(a) Any person licensed to practice the healing arts or any branch thereof in this state who has retired or may hereafter retire from such practice shall not be required to register as required by this chapter. (b) Such person shall file with the division an affidavit on a form to be furnished by the division, which affidavit shall state the date on which the person retired from such practice and such other facts as shall tend to verify such retirement as the division shall deem necessary. (c) Any such person who thereafter reengages in the practice of the healing arts or any branch thereof shall register with the division as provided by this chapter. Acts 1947, ch. 9, § 7; C. Supp. 1950, § 6907.7 (Williams, § 6917.24); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-115; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 68; T.C.A., § 63-1-116 .
(a) Any person licensed to practice the healing arts or any branch thereof in this state who has retired or may hereafter retire from such practice shall not be required to register as required by this chapter.
(b) Such person shall file with the division an affidavit on a form to be furnished by the division, which affidavit shall state the date on which the person retired from such practice and such other facts as shall tend to verify such retirement as the division shall deem necessary.
(c) Any such person who thereafter reengages in the practice of the healing arts or any branch thereof shall register with the division as provided by this chapter.
Acts 1947, ch. 9, § 7; C. Supp. 1950, § 6907.7 (Williams, § 6917.24); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-115; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 68; T.C.A., § 63-1-116 .
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-5-130 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 5 / Section 63-5-130
Armed forces or public health service
Status: in_force

Any person licensed to practice dentistry or dental hygiene in this state who is an officer in the commissioned dental corps of the army, navy, air force or the public health service of the United States shall not be required to register as required in this chapter. Such person shall file with the board an affidavit on a form to be furnished by the board, which affidavit shall state the date on which such person entered the army, navy, air force or the public health service of the United States and such other facts as tend to verify such service as the board shall deem necessary. When such person resigns or is honorably discharged from one (1) of the aforementioned services and engages in the practice of dentistry or dental hygiene in this state or any other state, such person shall, within thirty (30) days, apply for registration with the board as provided for in this chapter. Acts 1965, ch. 216, § 3; T.C.A., § 63-560.
Any person licensed to practice dentistry or dental hygiene in this state who is an officer in the commissioned dental corps of the army, navy, air force or the public health service of the United States shall not be required to register as required in this chapter. Such person shall file with the board an affidavit on a form to be furnished by the board, which affidavit shall state the date on which such person entered the army, navy, air force or the public health service of the United States and such other facts as tend to verify such service as the board shall deem necessary. When such person resigns or is honorably discharged from one (1) of the aforementioned services and engages in the practice of dentistry or dental hygiene in this state or any other state, such person shall, within thirty (30) days, apply for registration with the board as provided for in this chapter.
Acts 1965, ch. 216, § 3; T.C.A., § 63-560.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-7-203 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 7 / Section 63-7-203
Terms of members
Status: in_force

Members of the board shall serve for a term of four (4) years or until their successor shall be appointed. No member may serve more than two (2) consecutive terms. At least four (4) years shall lapse before a member may be reappointed to the board or may serve in any capacity associated with the board. Acts 1967, ch. 78, § 4; T.C.A., § 63-732; Acts 2012 , ch. 814, § 4.
Members of the board shall serve for a term of four (4) years or until their successor shall be appointed. No member may serve more than two (2) consecutive terms. At least four (4) years shall lapse before a member may be reappointed to the board or may serve in any capacity associated with the board.
Acts 1967, ch. 78, § 4; T.C.A., § 63-732; Acts 2012 , ch. 814, § 4.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-25-214 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 25 / Section 63-25-214
[Effective 1/1/2026] Consistent effect and conflict with other state laws
Status: in_force

(a) Nothing herein shall prevent or inhibit the enforcement of any other law of a member state that is not inconsistent with the compact. (b) Any laws, statutes, regulations, or other legal requirements in a member state in conflict with the compact are superseded to the extent of the conflict. (c) All permissible agreements between the compact commission and the member states are binding in accordance with their terms. Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1025,s 1, eff. 1/1/2026.
(a) Nothing herein shall prevent or inhibit the enforcement of any other law of a member state that is not inconsistent with the compact.
(b) Any laws, statutes, regulations, or other legal requirements in a member state in conflict with the compact are superseded to the extent of the conflict.
(c) All permissible agreements between the compact commission and the member states are binding in accordance with their terms.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1025,s 1, eff. 1/1/2026.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-5-125 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 5 / Section 63-5-125
Administrative procedures
Status: in_force

All proceedings for disciplinary action against a licensee or certificate holder under this chapter shall be conducted in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5. Acts 1957, ch. 32, § 27; 1981, ch. 99, § 14; T.C.A., § 63-555.
All proceedings for disciplinary action against a licensee or certificate holder under this chapter shall be conducted in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
Acts 1957, ch. 32, § 27; 1981, ch. 99, § 14; T.C.A., § 63-555.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-1-169 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 1 / Section 63-1-169
Executive sessions for discussion or deliberation of licensee or prospective licensee health conditions - Status of meeting - Session requirements - Representation of applicant during proceedings
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding another law, a licensing board established pursuant to this title or title 68 shall enter into an executive session for any discussion or deliberation of licensee or prospective licensee health conditions, including mental health conditions and substance use disorders, revealed during an application process. The discussion and deliberation of the executive session is not a public meeting as described in § 8-44-102 . Minutes and recordings of such executive session, portions of an application involving an applicant's health condition, and records involving an applicant's health condition are confidential, privileged, and not public records subject to inspection by citizens of this state, as described in §§ 8-44-104(a) and 10-7-503 . An applicant or licensee may access records of the applicant's or licensee's own application and related proceedings, as may the applicant's or licensee's authorized representative or attorney, or an attorney for this state. The licensing board shall not vote during an executive session described in this subsection (a). (b) An executive session is required for licensure application proceedings involving conditions that impair a physician's ability to practice medicine in a competent, ethical, and professional manner. An attorney for the state may be present for the entirety of the proceeding and may advocate on behalf of the department as is reasonably necessary during such proceeding, including the executive session. (c) At the discretion of an applicant for a license, an authorized representative or attorney for the applicant for a license before a board established pursuant to this title or title 68, may be present for the entirety of any proceeding, including an executive session, and may advocate on behalf of the applicant as is reasonably necessary during such proceeding or executive session. Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 924,s 9, eff. 1/1/2025.
(a) Notwithstanding another law, a licensing board established pursuant to this title or title 68 shall enter into an executive session for any discussion or deliberation of licensee or prospective licensee health conditions, including mental health conditions and substance use disorders, revealed during an application process. The discussion and deliberation of the executive session is not a public meeting as described in § 8-44-102 . Minutes and recordings of such executive session, portions of an application involving an applicant's health condition, and records involving an applicant's health condition are confidential, privileged, and not public records subject to inspection by citizens of this state, as described in §§ 8-44-104(a) and 10-7-503 . An applicant or licensee may access records of the applicant's or licensee's own application and related proceedings, as may the applicant's or licensee's authorized representative or attorney, or an attorney for this state. The licensing board shall not vote during an executive session described in this subsection (a).
(b) An executive session is required for licensure application proceedings involving conditions that impair a physician's ability to practice medicine in a competent, ethical, and professional manner. An attorney for the state may be present for the entirety of the proceeding and may advocate on behalf of the department as is reasonably necessary during such proceeding, including the executive session.
(c) At the discretion of an applicant for a license, an authorized representative or attorney for the applicant for a license before a board established pursuant to this title or title 68, may be present for the entirety of any proceeding, including an executive session, and may advocate on behalf of the applicant as is reasonably necessary during such proceeding or executive session.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 924,s 9, eff. 1/1/2025.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-7-125 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 7 / Section 63-7-125
Confidentiality
Status: in_force

(a) The confidential communications between a client and a registered nurse who is nationally certified as a specialist in psychiatric and mental health nursing and who is practicing in that specialty are considered equivalent to the confidential communications between a patient and a licensed physician practicing as a psychiatrist, under laws addressing privilege and confidentiality and shall have the same protections accorded to patient-psychiatrist communications under § 24-1-207 . (b) Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent disclosure of confidential communications in proceedings arising under title 37, chapter 1, part 4, concerning mandatory child abuse reports, or in proceedings arising under title 71, chapter 6, part 1, concerning mandatory adult abuse reports. Acts 1995, ch. 271, § 1.
(a) The confidential communications between a client and a registered nurse who is nationally certified as a specialist in psychiatric and mental health nursing and who is practicing in that specialty are considered equivalent to the confidential communications between a patient and a licensed physician practicing as a psychiatrist, under laws addressing privilege and confidentiality and shall have the same protections accorded to patient-psychiatrist communications under § 24-1-207 .
(b) Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent disclosure of confidential communications in proceedings arising under title 37, chapter 1, part 4, concerning mandatory child abuse reports, or in proceedings arising under title 71, chapter 6, part 1, concerning mandatory adult abuse reports.
Acts 1995, ch. 271, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-13-307 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 13 / Section 63-13-307
Qualifications of applicants - Reciprocity
Status: in_force

(a) An applicant for licensure as a physical therapist shall have the following qualifications: (1) Be of good moral character; (2) Have completed the application process; (3) Be a graduate of a professional physical therapy program accredited by a national accreditation agency recognized by the United States department of education and by the board of physical therapy; and (4) Have successfully passed an examination approved by the board. (b) An applicant for license as a physical therapist assistant shall meet the following requirements: (1) Be of good moral character; (2) Have completed the application process; (3) Be a graduate of a physical therapist assistant education program accredited by an accreditation agency approved by the board; and (4) Have successfully passed an examination approved by the board. (c) (1) The board shall issue a license to a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who has a valid unrestricted license from another United States jurisdiction in which such person, when granted such license, previously met all requirements as specified in subsections (a) and (b) and as further established by rules promulgated by the board. (2) (A) When the board receives a completed application for licensure from an applicant who is licensed in another state or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia, then the board shall, within sixty (60) days from the date the board receives the completed application: (i) Render a decision on the application; or (ii) Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board. (B) As used in this subdivision (c)(2), "completed application" means an application that satisfies all statutory and board rule requirements. (d) An applicant for licensure as a physical therapist who has been educated outside the United States, foreign-educated, or internationally trained shall meet the following qualifications: (1) Be of good moral character; (2) Have completed the application process; (3) Provide satisfactory evidence that the applicant's education is substantially equivalent to the requirements of physical therapists educated in accredited educational programs as determined by the board. If the board determines that a foreign-educated applicant's education is not substantially equivalent, it may require completion of additional course work before proceeding with the application process; (4) Provide written proof that the school of physical therapy education is recognized by its own ministry of education; (5) Provide written proof of authorization to practice as a physical therapist without limitations in the country where the professional education occurred; (6) Provide proof of legal authorization to reside and seek employment in the United States or its territories; (7) Have the applicant's educational credentials evaluated by a board-approved credential evaluation agency; (8) Have passed the board approved English proficiency examinations, if the applicant's native language is not English; (9) Have participated in and completed an interim supervised clinical practice period prior to licensure; and (10) Have successfully passed the examination approved by the board. (e) Notwithstanding this section, if the foreign-educated physical therapist applicant is a graduate of a professional physical therapy education program accredited by an agency approved by the board, the requirements in subdivisions (d)(3), (4), (7) and (9) may be waived. (f) In determining the qualifications of an applicant for licensure as a physical therapist or as a physical therapist assistant, only a majority vote of the board of physical therapy shall be required. Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 426, s 12, eff. 5/11/2023. Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 790, Secs.s 8, s 9, s 10, s 11 eff. 7/15/2020. Acts 1999, ch. 528, § 18; 2007 , ch. 115, § 10.
(a) An applicant for licensure as a physical therapist shall have the following qualifications: (1) Be of good moral character; (2) Have completed the application process; (3) Be a graduate of a professional physical therapy program accredited by a national accreditation agency recognized by the United States department of education and by the board of physical therapy; and (4) Have successfully passed an examination approved by the board.
(1) Be of good moral character;
(2) Have completed the application process;
(3) Be a graduate of a professional physical therapy program accredited by a national accreditation agency recognized by the United States department of education and by the board of physical therapy; and
(4) Have successfully passed an examination approved by the board.
(b) An applicant for license as a physical therapist assistant shall meet the following requirements: (1) Be of good moral character; (2) Have completed the application process; (3) Be a graduate of a physical therapist assistant education program accredited by an accreditation agency approved by the board; and (4) Have successfully passed an examination approved by the board.
(1) Be of good moral character;
(2) Have completed the application process;
(3) Be a graduate of a physical therapist assistant education program accredited by an accreditation agency approved by the board; and
(4) Have successfully passed an examination approved by the board.
(c) (1) The board shall issue a license to a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who has a valid unrestricted license from another United States jurisdiction in which such person, when granted such license, previously met all requirements as specified in subsections (a) and (b) and as further established by rules promulgated by the board. (2) (A) When the board receives a completed application for licensure from an applicant who is licensed in another state or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia, then the board shall, within sixty (60) days from the date the board receives the completed application: (i) Render a decision on the application; or (ii) Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board. (B) As used in this subdivision (c)(2), "completed application" means an application that satisfies all statutory and board rule requirements.
(1) The board shall issue a license to a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who has a valid unrestricted license from another United States jurisdiction in which such person, when granted such license, previously met all requirements as specified in subsections (a) and (b) and as further established by rules promulgated by the board.
(2) (A) When the board receives a completed application for licensure from an applicant who is licensed in another state or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia, then the board shall, within sixty (60) days from the date the board receives the completed application: (i) Render a decision on the application; or (ii) Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board. (B) As used in this subdivision (c)(2), "completed application" means an application that satisfies all statutory and board rule requirements.
(A) When the board receives a completed application for licensure from an applicant who is licensed in another state or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia, then the board shall, within sixty (60) days from the date the board receives the completed application: (i) Render a decision on the application; or (ii) Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board.
(i) Render a decision on the application; or
(ii) Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board.
(B) As used in this subdivision (c)(2), "completed application" means an application that satisfies all statutory and board rule requirements.
(d) An applicant for licensure as a physical therapist who has been educated outside the United States, foreign-educated, or internationally trained shall meet the following qualifications: (1) Be of good moral character; (2) Have completed the application process; (3) Provide satisfactory evidence that the applicant's education is substantially equivalent to the requirements of physical therapists educated in accredited educational programs as determined by the board. If the board determines that a foreign-educated applicant's education is not substantially equivalent, it may require completion of additional course work before proceeding with the application process; (4) Provide written proof that the school of physical therapy education is recognized by its own ministry of education; (5) Provide written proof of authorization to practice as a physical therapist without limitations in the country where the professional education occurred; (6) Provide proof of legal authorization to reside and seek employment in the United States or its territories; (7) Have the applicant's educational credentials evaluated by a board-approved credential evaluation agency; (8) Have passed the board approved English proficiency examinations, if the applicant's native language is not English; (9) Have participated in and completed an interim supervised clinical practice period prior to licensure; and (10) Have successfully passed the examination approved by the board.
(1) Be of good moral character;
(2) Have completed the application process;
(3) Provide satisfactory evidence that the applicant's education is substantially equivalent to the requirements of physical therapists educated in accredited educational programs as determined by the board. If the board determines that a foreign-educated applicant's education is not substantially equivalent, it may require completion of additional course work before proceeding with the application process;
(4) Provide written proof that the school of physical therapy education is recognized by its own ministry of education;
(5) Provide written proof of authorization to practice as a physical therapist without limitations in the country where the professional education occurred;
(6) Provide proof of legal authorization to reside and seek employment in the United States or its territories;
(7) Have the applicant's educational credentials evaluated by a board-approved credential evaluation agency;
(8) Have passed the board approved English proficiency examinations, if the applicant's native language is not English;
(9) Have participated in and completed an interim supervised clinical practice period prior to licensure; and
(10) Have successfully passed the examination approved by the board.
(e) Notwithstanding this section, if the foreign-educated physical therapist applicant is a graduate of a professional physical therapy education program accredited by an agency approved by the board, the requirements in subdivisions (d)(3), (4), (7) and (9) may be waived.
(f) In determining the qualifications of an applicant for licensure as a physical therapist or as a physical therapist assistant, only a majority vote of the board of physical therapy shall be required.
Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 426, s 12, eff. 5/11/2023.
Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 790, Secs.s 8, s 9, s 10, s 11 eff. 7/15/2020.
Acts 1999, ch. 528, § 18; 2007 , ch. 115, § 10.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-1-106 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 1 / Section 63-1-106
Duplicate licenses - Change of name - Fee
Status: in_force

(a) A licensee of any branch of the healing arts whose license has been lost or destroyed may make application to the board of that particular branch of the healing arts for a new license. Such application shall be accompanied by an affidavit setting out the facts concerning the loss or destruction of the license. (b) Any licensee of any branch of the healing arts whose name is changed by marriage or court order may surrender that licensee's license and apply to the board of that particular branch of the healing arts for a new license. (c) The fee for such new license shall be set by the board issuing such certificate. Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 2 (Williams, § 6917.20); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-105; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 58; 1990, ch. 1026, § 28.
(a) A licensee of any branch of the healing arts whose license has been lost or destroyed may make application to the board of that particular branch of the healing arts for a new license. Such application shall be accompanied by an affidavit setting out the facts concerning the loss or destruction of the license.
(b) Any licensee of any branch of the healing arts whose name is changed by marriage or court order may surrender that licensee's license and apply to the board of that particular branch of the healing arts for a new license.
(c) The fee for such new license shall be set by the board issuing such certificate.
Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 2 (Williams, § 6917.20); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-105; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 58; 1990, ch. 1026, § 28.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-22-116 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 22 / Section 63-22-116
Reciprocal agreements
Status: in_force

(a) The board may license, without examination, a professional counselor applicant who is currently licensed in another state if the applicant's qualifications meet the licensure requirements under this part. (b) The board may enter into a reciprocal agreement with any other state that licenses, certifies or registers professional counselors, if the board finds that such state has substantially the same or higher licensure requirements than Tennessee. This agreement shall provide that the board shall license any resident of another state who is currently licensed, certified or registered by that state, if such resident has met the same or higher requirements as provided for in this part. (c) If the board has entered into a reciprocal agreement with another state as described in subsection (b) on or before January 1, 2024, then the board shall grant a license to a person who: (1) Has a master's degree in counseling or education; (2) Has a valid, unencumbered license in the state with which this state has such reciprocal agreement; (3) Has actively practiced for at least the preceding twenty-four (24) months in the state with which this state has such reciprocal agreement; and (4) Has passed the examination offered by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) or such other examination approved by the board. Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 586,s 1, eff. 3/15/2024. Acts 1991, ch. 421, § 7; 1995, ch. 318, § 4.
(a) The board may license, without examination, a professional counselor applicant who is currently licensed in another state if the applicant's qualifications meet the licensure requirements under this part.
(b) The board may enter into a reciprocal agreement with any other state that licenses, certifies or registers professional counselors, if the board finds that such state has substantially the same or higher licensure requirements than Tennessee. This agreement shall provide that the board shall license any resident of another state who is currently licensed, certified or registered by that state, if such resident has met the same or higher requirements as provided for in this part.
(c) If the board has entered into a reciprocal agreement with another state as described in subsection (b) on or before January 1, 2024, then the board shall grant a license to a person who: (1) Has a master's degree in counseling or education; (2) Has a valid, unencumbered license in the state with which this state has such reciprocal agreement; (3) Has actively practiced for at least the preceding twenty-four (24) months in the state with which this state has such reciprocal agreement; and (4) Has passed the examination offered by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) or such other examination approved by the board.
(1) Has a master's degree in counseling or education;
(2) Has a valid, unencumbered license in the state with which this state has such reciprocal agreement;
(3) Has actively practiced for at least the preceding twenty-four (24) months in the state with which this state has such reciprocal agreement; and
(4) Has passed the examination offered by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) or such other examination approved by the board.
Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 586,s 1, eff. 3/15/2024.
Acts 1991, ch. 421, § 7; 1995, ch. 318, § 4.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-5-201 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 5 / Section 63-5-201
[Enactment contingent upon adoption; see the Compiler's Notes.] Short title
Status: in_force

This part is known and may be cited as the "Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact." Added by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 446, s 1, eff. 5/17/2023.
This part is known and may be cited as the "Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact."
Added by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 446, s 1, eff. 5/17/2023.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-1-140 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 1 / Section 63-1-140
State citizenship of all board members
Status: in_force

All members of any board, commission or council that licenses, certifies or regulates any profession or occupation shall, during the time of their respective appointments, be citizens of this state. The appointment of any member of any board, commission or council that licenses or certifies any profession or occupation shall terminate when Tennessee is no longer the domicile of such member. Acts 1998, ch. 1088, § 4.
All members of any board, commission or council that licenses, certifies or regulates any profession or occupation shall, during the time of their respective appointments, be citizens of this state. The appointment of any member of any board, commission or council that licenses or certifies any profession or occupation shall terminate when Tennessee is no longer the domicile of such member.
Acts 1998, ch. 1088, § 4.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-29-103 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 29 / Section 63-29-103
Council established
Status: in_force

(a) There is hereby established a council of certified professional midwifery, which shall serve as a subcommittee of and report to the board. (b) The council members shall be appointed by the commissioner of health. The council shall consist of six (6) members. (c) Members shall be residents of Tennessee. (d) Members shall consist of three (3) certified professional midwives, one (1) consumer who has no direct or indirect affiliation with the midwifery profession or industry, one (1) certified nurse midwife, and one (1) physician. (e) (1) Notwithstanding § 3-6-304 or any other law to the contrary, and in addition to all other requirements for membership on the council: (A) Any person registered as a lobbyist pursuant to the registration requirements of title 3, chapter 6 who is subsequently appointed or otherwise named as a member of the council shall terminate all employment and business association as a lobbyist with any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council, prior to serving as a member of the council. This subdivision (e)(1)(A) shall apply to all persons appointed or otherwise named to the council after July 1, 2010; (B) No person who is a member of the council shall be permitted to register or otherwise serve as a lobbyist pursuant to title 3, chapter 6 for any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council during such person's period of service as a member of the council. This subdivision (e)(1)(B) shall apply to all persons appointed or otherwise named to the council after July 1, 2010, and to all persons serving on the council on such date who are not registered as lobbyists; and (C) No person who serves as a member of the council shall be employed as a lobbyist by any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council for one (1) year following the date such person's service on the council ends. This subdivision (e)(1)(C) shall apply to persons serving on the council as of July 1, 2010, and to persons appointed to the council subsequent to such date. (2) A person who violates this subsection (e) shall be subject to the penalties prescribed in title 3, chapter 6. (3) The bureau of ethics and campaign finance is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of this subsection (e). All such rules and regulations shall be promulgated in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, and in accordance with the procedure for initiating and proposing rules by the ethics commission to the bureau of ethics and campaign finance as prescribed in § 4-55-103 . (f) Members of the council shall serve without pay. Members shall be entitled to reimbursement for per diem and travel expenses. Acts 2000, ch. 576, § 4; 2006, ch. 568, §§1, 2; 2010 , ch. 1011, §§ 3, 4.
(a) There is hereby established a council of certified professional midwifery, which shall serve as a subcommittee of and report to the board.
(b) The council members shall be appointed by the commissioner of health. The council shall consist of six (6) members.
(c) Members shall be residents of Tennessee.
(d) Members shall consist of three (3) certified professional midwives, one (1) consumer who has no direct or indirect affiliation with the midwifery profession or industry, one (1) certified nurse midwife, and one (1) physician.
(e) (1) Notwithstanding § 3-6-304 or any other law to the contrary, and in addition to all other requirements for membership on the council: (A) Any person registered as a lobbyist pursuant to the registration requirements of title 3, chapter 6 who is subsequently appointed or otherwise named as a member of the council shall terminate all employment and business association as a lobbyist with any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council, prior to serving as a member of the council. This subdivision (e)(1)(A) shall apply to all persons appointed or otherwise named to the council after July 1, 2010; (B) No person who is a member of the council shall be permitted to register or otherwise serve as a lobbyist pursuant to title 3, chapter 6 for any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council during such person's period of service as a member of the council. This subdivision (e)(1)(B) shall apply to all persons appointed or otherwise named to the council after July 1, 2010, and to all persons serving on the council on such date who are not registered as lobbyists; and (C) No person who serves as a member of the council shall be employed as a lobbyist by any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council for one (1) year following the date such person's service on the council ends. This subdivision (e)(1)(C) shall apply to persons serving on the council as of July 1, 2010, and to persons appointed to the council subsequent to such date. (2) A person who violates this subsection (e) shall be subject to the penalties prescribed in title 3, chapter 6. (3) The bureau of ethics and campaign finance is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of this subsection (e). All such rules and regulations shall be promulgated in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, and in accordance with the procedure for initiating and proposing rules by the ethics commission to the bureau of ethics and campaign finance as prescribed in § 4-55-103 .
(1) Notwithstanding § 3-6-304 or any other law to the contrary, and in addition to all other requirements for membership on the council: (A) Any person registered as a lobbyist pursuant to the registration requirements of title 3, chapter 6 who is subsequently appointed or otherwise named as a member of the council shall terminate all employment and business association as a lobbyist with any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council, prior to serving as a member of the council. This subdivision (e)(1)(A) shall apply to all persons appointed or otherwise named to the council after July 1, 2010; (B) No person who is a member of the council shall be permitted to register or otherwise serve as a lobbyist pursuant to title 3, chapter 6 for any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council during such person's period of service as a member of the council. This subdivision (e)(1)(B) shall apply to all persons appointed or otherwise named to the council after July 1, 2010, and to all persons serving on the council on such date who are not registered as lobbyists; and (C) No person who serves as a member of the council shall be employed as a lobbyist by any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council for one (1) year following the date such person's service on the council ends. This subdivision (e)(1)(C) shall apply to persons serving on the council as of July 1, 2010, and to persons appointed to the council subsequent to such date.
(A) Any person registered as a lobbyist pursuant to the registration requirements of title 3, chapter 6 who is subsequently appointed or otherwise named as a member of the council shall terminate all employment and business association as a lobbyist with any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council, prior to serving as a member of the council. This subdivision (e)(1)(A) shall apply to all persons appointed or otherwise named to the council after July 1, 2010;
(B) No person who is a member of the council shall be permitted to register or otherwise serve as a lobbyist pursuant to title 3, chapter 6 for any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council during such person's period of service as a member of the council. This subdivision (e)(1)(B) shall apply to all persons appointed or otherwise named to the council after July 1, 2010, and to all persons serving on the council on such date who are not registered as lobbyists; and
(C) No person who serves as a member of the council shall be employed as a lobbyist by any entity whose business endeavors or professional activities are regulated by the council for one (1) year following the date such person's service on the council ends. This subdivision (e)(1)(C) shall apply to persons serving on the council as of July 1, 2010, and to persons appointed to the council subsequent to such date.
(2) A person who violates this subsection (e) shall be subject to the penalties prescribed in title 3, chapter 6.
(3) The bureau of ethics and campaign finance is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of this subsection (e). All such rules and regulations shall be promulgated in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, and in accordance with the procedure for initiating and proposing rules by the ethics commission to the bureau of ethics and campaign finance as prescribed in § 4-55-103 .
(f) Members of the council shall serve without pay. Members shall be entitled to reimbursement for per diem and travel expenses.
Acts 2000, ch. 576, § 4; 2006, ch. 568, §§1, 2; 2010 , ch. 1011, §§ 3, 4.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-12-111 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 12 / Section 63-12-111
Approval of veterinary schools
Status: in_force

(a) The board may approve schools and colleges of veterinary medicine which maintain standards of training and reputability sufficient to admit their graduates to the examinations given by the board. (b) In determining the standard of training and reputation of schools or colleges of veterinary medicine, the board may approve schools and colleges that are accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. (c) The board may approve graduates of foreign schools of veterinary medicine that have been approved by the American Veterinary Medical Association or by obtaining proof that the college or school maintains standards equal to the standards of approved colleges or schools in the United States to take the examinations given by the board. Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 11; T.C.A., § 63-1211.
(a) The board may approve schools and colleges of veterinary medicine which maintain standards of training and reputability sufficient to admit their graduates to the examinations given by the board.
(b) In determining the standard of training and reputation of schools or colleges of veterinary medicine, the board may approve schools and colleges that are accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
(c) The board may approve graduates of foreign schools of veterinary medicine that have been approved by the American Veterinary Medical Association or by obtaining proof that the college or school maintains standards equal to the standards of approved colleges or schools in the United States to take the examinations given by the board.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 11; T.C.A., § 63-1211.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-10-215 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 10 / Section 63-10-215
Transfer of prescriptions to another prescription form
Status: in_force

(a) Pharmacists, pharmacy interns and pharmacy technicians are authorized to comply with federal and state prescription requirements, including the requirement of a separate prescription for a Schedule II controlled substance found in §§ 63-1-160 , 63-7-123(b)(3)(B) , and 63-19-107(2)(E)(ii) , by transferring from a prescription containing a Schedule II controlled substance any drug that is a nonscheduled prescription drug or any prescribed supply to another prescription form. (b) The transfer authorized in subsection (a) may be accomplished by scanning, photocopying or transcribing, by hand or other means, and shall include all information regarding each drug or supply being transferred. (c) The prescription generated in a pharmacy by the transfer process shall not be required to be on tamper-resistant prescription paper. (d) The prescription generated in a pharmacy utilizing the transfer process shall be recognized as a valid, legal prescription order and shall serve as the original prescription for recordkeeping and other purposes. Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 883, s 11, eff. 1/1/2019. Acts 2011 , ch. 201, § 1.
(a) Pharmacists, pharmacy interns and pharmacy technicians are authorized to comply with federal and state prescription requirements, including the requirement of a separate prescription for a Schedule II controlled substance found in §§ 63-1-160 , 63-7-123(b)(3)(B) , and 63-19-107(2)(E)(ii) , by transferring from a prescription containing a Schedule II controlled substance any drug that is a nonscheduled prescription drug or any prescribed supply to another prescription form.
(b) The transfer authorized in subsection (a) may be accomplished by scanning, photocopying or transcribing, by hand or other means, and shall include all information regarding each drug or supply being transferred.
(c) The prescription generated in a pharmacy by the transfer process shall not be required to be on tamper-resistant prescription paper.
(d) The prescription generated in a pharmacy utilizing the transfer process shall be recognized as a valid, legal prescription order and shall serve as the original prescription for recordkeeping and other purposes.
Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 883, s 11, eff. 1/1/2019.
Acts 2011 , ch. 201, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-26-103 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 26 / Section 63-26-103
Prohibited practices
Status: in_force

(a) This chapter does not authorize the use of roentgen rays and radium for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, or the use of electricity for purposes of skin cauterization, removal of warts, moles or other skin deformities. (b) Electronic tweezers or nonneedle methods are prohibited within the practice of electrology, except as provided in this chapter. Acts 1988, ch. 896, § 5; 1993, ch. 342, § 1; T.C.A., § 62-34-203.
(a) This chapter does not authorize the use of roentgen rays and radium for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, or the use of electricity for purposes of skin cauterization, removal of warts, moles or other skin deformities.
(b) Electronic tweezers or nonneedle methods are prohibited within the practice of electrology, except as provided in this chapter.
Acts 1988, ch. 896, § 5; 1993, ch. 342, § 1; T.C.A., § 62-34-203.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-1-113 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 1 / Section 63-1-113
Disbursement of fines and penalties - Operating expenses
Status: in_force

(a) All fines and penalties for offenses for the violation of this chapter shall be paid over to the division and shall become a part of the receipts of the division. All money received by the division shall be paid into the state treasury and become a part of the general fund of the state. (b) The commissioner of finance and administration shall make such allotments out of the general fund as the commissioner may deem proper for the necessary expenses of all professional boards for which fees are collected by the division, and no expenditure shall be made by the division unless and until such allotment has been made by the commissioner. Such allotments shall be disbursed under the general budgetary laws of the state. Acts 1947, ch. 9, § 13; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 6907.13 (Williams, § 6917.30); Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 6; impl. am. Acts 1959, ch. 9, § 3; impl. am. Acts 1961, ch. 97, § 3; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-120; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 72; T.C.A., § 63-1-120 .
(a) All fines and penalties for offenses for the violation of this chapter shall be paid over to the division and shall become a part of the receipts of the division. All money received by the division shall be paid into the state treasury and become a part of the general fund of the state.
(b) The commissioner of finance and administration shall make such allotments out of the general fund as the commissioner may deem proper for the necessary expenses of all professional boards for which fees are collected by the division, and no expenditure shall be made by the division unless and until such allotment has been made by the commissioner. Such allotments shall be disbursed under the general budgetary laws of the state.
Acts 1947, ch. 9, § 13; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 6907.13 (Williams, § 6917.30); Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 6; impl. am. Acts 1959, ch. 9, § 3; impl. am. Acts 1961, ch. 97, § 3; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-120; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 72; T.C.A., § 63-1-120 .
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-6-1008 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 6 / Section 63-6-1008
Use of needles
Status: in_force

(a) All certified individuals under this part shall use only presterilized, disposable needles in their administration of acupuncture treatments. The use of staples in the practice of acupuncture is prohibited. (b) Health practices shall include: (1) Hands shall be washed with soap and water or other disinfectant before handling needles and between treatment of different patients; (2) Skin in the area of penetration shall be thoroughly swabbed with alcohol or other germicidal solution before inserting needles; and (3) Individuals shall pass a nationally recognized clean needle technique course before being allowed to practice acupuncture and related techniques. Acts 2000, ch. 685, § 10.
(a) All certified individuals under this part shall use only presterilized, disposable needles in their administration of acupuncture treatments. The use of staples in the practice of acupuncture is prohibited.
(b) Health practices shall include: (1) Hands shall be washed with soap and water or other disinfectant before handling needles and between treatment of different patients; (2) Skin in the area of penetration shall be thoroughly swabbed with alcohol or other germicidal solution before inserting needles; and (3) Individuals shall pass a nationally recognized clean needle technique course before being allowed to practice acupuncture and related techniques.
(1) Hands shall be washed with soap and water or other disinfectant before handling needles and between treatment of different patients;
(2) Skin in the area of penetration shall be thoroughly swabbed with alcohol or other germicidal solution before inserting needles; and
(3) Individuals shall pass a nationally recognized clean needle technique course before being allowed to practice acupuncture and related techniques.
Acts 2000, ch. 685, § 10.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-4-123 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 4 / Section 63-4-123
Minimum educational standards and criteria
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The board shall adopt rules that establish minimum educational standards and criteria for chiropractic therapy assistants performing physical agent modalities, physical treatment, and clinical services that are within the scope of practice of a chiropractic physician and, under the supervision of a chiropractic physician, either in the office of the chiropractic physician or in the presence of the chiropractic physician at another location. (2) These regulations shall include, but not be limited to, provisions for grandfathering, waiver, reciprocity, renewal, continuing education, fees, examination and hardship cases. (b) No person shall perform therapeutic procedures in a chiropractic physician's office who does not meet these standards and who has not received a certificate of proficiency from the board. Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 455,s 7, eff. 7/1/2017. Acts 1999, ch. 306, § 1.
(a) (1) The board shall adopt rules that establish minimum educational standards and criteria for chiropractic therapy assistants performing physical agent modalities, physical treatment, and clinical services that are within the scope of practice of a chiropractic physician and, under the supervision of a chiropractic physician, either in the office of the chiropractic physician or in the presence of the chiropractic physician at another location. (2) These regulations shall include, but not be limited to, provisions for grandfathering, waiver, reciprocity, renewal, continuing education, fees, examination and hardship cases.
(1) The board shall adopt rules that establish minimum educational standards and criteria for chiropractic therapy assistants performing physical agent modalities, physical treatment, and clinical services that are within the scope of practice of a chiropractic physician and, under the supervision of a chiropractic physician, either in the office of the chiropractic physician or in the presence of the chiropractic physician at another location.
(2) These regulations shall include, but not be limited to, provisions for grandfathering, waiver, reciprocity, renewal, continuing education, fees, examination and hardship cases.
(b) No person shall perform therapeutic procedures in a chiropractic physician's office who does not meet these standards and who has not received a certificate of proficiency from the board.
Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 455,s 7, eff. 7/1/2017.
Acts 1999, ch. 306, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-1-105 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 1 / Section 63-1-105
Signing of licenses
Status: in_force

Before issuing any license as provided in this chapter, the division shall cause the license to be signed by the members of the board of the particular branch of the healing arts in which the holder thereof is being licensed. Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 1 (Williams, § 6917.19); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-110; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 63; T.C.A., § 63-1-111 .
Before issuing any license as provided in this chapter, the division shall cause the license to be signed by the members of the board of the particular branch of the healing arts in which the holder thereof is being licensed.
Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 1 (Williams, § 6917.19); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-110; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 63; T.C.A., § 63-1-111 .
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-11-301 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 11 / Section 63-11-301
Public policy statement - Committee established
Status: in_force

(a) The practice of behavior analysis in this state is hereby declared to affect the public health, safety, and welfare of citizens of this state. (b) To assist the board of examiners in psychology in the performance of its duties, there is hereby established the applied behavior analyst licensing committee to protect the public from: (1) The practice of applied behavior analysis by unqualified persons; and (2) Unprofessional, unethical and harmful conduct by behavior analysis practitioners. (c) No person shall represent to be or function as a behavior analyst or assistant behavior analyst in this state unless such person holds a valid license issued by the committee. The committee shall also regulate the practice of applied behavior analysis. Acts 2014 , ch. 918, § 2.
(a) The practice of behavior analysis in this state is hereby declared to affect the public health, safety, and welfare of citizens of this state.
(b) To assist the board of examiners in psychology in the performance of its duties, there is hereby established the applied behavior analyst licensing committee to protect the public from: (1) The practice of applied behavior analysis by unqualified persons; and (2) Unprofessional, unethical and harmful conduct by behavior analysis practitioners.
(1) The practice of applied behavior analysis by unqualified persons; and
(2) Unprofessional, unethical and harmful conduct by behavior analysis practitioners.
(c) No person shall represent to be or function as a behavior analyst or assistant behavior analyst in this state unless such person holds a valid license issued by the committee. The committee shall also regulate the practice of applied behavior analysis.
Acts 2014 , ch. 918, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-12-117 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 12 / Section 63-12-117
Issuance of license without examination - Reciprocity
Status: in_force

(a) The board, in its discretion, may issue a license without a written examination to a qualified applicant who furnishes satisfactory proof that the applicant is a graduate of an approved veterinary college and meets all other standards adopted by the board in rules and regulations. At its discretion, the board may orally or practically examine any person qualifying for license under this section or may enter into agreement for reciprocal licensing with other states having substantially similar requirements for licensure. (b) (1) When the board receives a completed application for licensure from an applicant who is licensed in another state or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia, then the board shall, within sixty (60) days from the date the board receives the completed application: (A) Render a decision on the application; or (B) Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board. (2) As used in this subsection (b), "completed application" means an application that satisfies all statutory and board rule requirements. Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 426, s 8, eff. 5/11/2023. Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 17; T.C.A., § 63-1217; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 9.
(a) The board, in its discretion, may issue a license without a written examination to a qualified applicant who furnishes satisfactory proof that the applicant is a graduate of an approved veterinary college and meets all other standards adopted by the board in rules and regulations. At its discretion, the board may orally or practically examine any person qualifying for license under this section or may enter into agreement for reciprocal licensing with other states having substantially similar requirements for licensure.
(b) (1) When the board receives a completed application for licensure from an applicant who is licensed in another state or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia, then the board shall, within sixty (60) days from the date the board receives the completed application: (A) Render a decision on the application; or (B) Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board. (2) As used in this subsection (b), "completed application" means an application that satisfies all statutory and board rule requirements.
(1) When the board receives a completed application for licensure from an applicant who is licensed in another state or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia, then the board shall, within sixty (60) days from the date the board receives the completed application: (A) Render a decision on the application; or (B) Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board.
(A) Render a decision on the application; or
(B) Inform the applicant of the need to appear before the board.
(2) As used in this subsection (b), "completed application" means an application that satisfies all statutory and board rule requirements.
Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 426, s 8, eff. 5/11/2023.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 17; T.C.A., § 63-1217; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 9.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-1-128 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 1 / Section 63-1-128
Emergency action not requiring prior approval of attorney general and reporter
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any law, rule, or policy of a board or the department of health, emergency action by the department or the board under § 4-5-320(c) shall not require the prior approval of the attorney general and reporter. Added by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 481,s 3, eff. 7/1/2017.
Notwithstanding any law, rule, or policy of a board or the department of health, emergency action by the department or the board under § 4-5-320(c) shall not require the prior approval of the attorney general and reporter.
Added by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 481,s 3, eff. 7/1/2017.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-16-112 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 16 / Section 63-16-112
Enjoining violations
Status: in_force

The board may cause to be instituted a civil action in any court of competent jurisdiction for injunctive relief to prevent any violation of any provision of this chapter or any rule or regulation adopted and promulgated by the board pursuant to this chapter. Acts 1970, ch. 565, § 12; T.C.A., § 63-1612.
The board may cause to be instituted a civil action in any court of competent jurisdiction for injunctive relief to prevent any violation of any provision of this chapter or any rule or regulation adopted and promulgated by the board pursuant to this chapter.
Acts 1970, ch. 565, § 12; T.C.A., § 63-1612.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-6-502 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 6 / Section 63-6-502
Conflict of interest - How addressed
Status: in_force

(a) Physicians are free to enter lawful contractual relationships, including the acquisition of ownership interests in health facilities, equipment or pharmaceuticals, but these can create potential conflicts of interest. (b) The potential conflict of interest shall be addressed by the following: (1) The physician has a duty to disclose to the patient or referring colleagues such physician's ownership interest in the facility or therapy at the time of referral and prior to utilization; (2) The physician shall not exploit the patient in any way, as by inappropriate or unnecessary utilization; (3) The physician's activities shall be in strict conformity with the law; (4) The patient shall have free choice either to use the physician's proprietary facility or therapy or to seek the needed medical services elsewhere; and (5) When a physician's commercial interest conflicts so greatly with the patient's interest as to be incompatible, the physician shall make alternative arrangements for the care of the patient. (c) The board shall have the authority to promulgate rules and regulations to effectuate this section. Acts 1991, ch. 349, § 1.
(a) Physicians are free to enter lawful contractual relationships, including the acquisition of ownership interests in health facilities, equipment or pharmaceuticals, but these can create potential conflicts of interest.
(b) The potential conflict of interest shall be addressed by the following: (1) The physician has a duty to disclose to the patient or referring colleagues such physician's ownership interest in the facility or therapy at the time of referral and prior to utilization; (2) The physician shall not exploit the patient in any way, as by inappropriate or unnecessary utilization; (3) The physician's activities shall be in strict conformity with the law; (4) The patient shall have free choice either to use the physician's proprietary facility or therapy or to seek the needed medical services elsewhere; and (5) When a physician's commercial interest conflicts so greatly with the patient's interest as to be incompatible, the physician shall make alternative arrangements for the care of the patient.
(1) The physician has a duty to disclose to the patient or referring colleagues such physician's ownership interest in the facility or therapy at the time of referral and prior to utilization;
(2) The physician shall not exploit the patient in any way, as by inappropriate or unnecessary utilization;
(3) The physician's activities shall be in strict conformity with the law;
(4) The patient shall have free choice either to use the physician's proprietary facility or therapy or to seek the needed medical services elsewhere; and
(5) When a physician's commercial interest conflicts so greatly with the patient's interest as to be incompatible, the physician shall make alternative arrangements for the care of the patient.
(c) The board shall have the authority to promulgate rules and regulations to effectuate this section.
Acts 1991, ch. 349, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-4-121 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 4 / Section 63-4-121
Chiropractic preceptor program
Status: in_force

(a) The board will allow the chiropractic preceptor program (CPP) to function in the state so long as the preceptor and the intern meet the qualifications as specified by the chiropractic preceptor program advisory committee, or its equivalent; and provided, all guidelines of the committee are followed. (b) The board reserves the right to adopt any rules and regulations as the board may deem appropriate for the administration of this program. Acts 1983, ch. 205, § 5.
(a) The board will allow the chiropractic preceptor program (CPP) to function in the state so long as the preceptor and the intern meet the qualifications as specified by the chiropractic preceptor program advisory committee, or its equivalent; and provided, all guidelines of the committee are followed.
(b) The board reserves the right to adopt any rules and regulations as the board may deem appropriate for the administration of this program.
Acts 1983, ch. 205, § 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-10-108 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 10 / Section 63-10-108
Price level determinations
Status: in_force

(a) The commissioner of health, in cooperation with the board of pharmacy, shall determine the price level of prescriptions furnished under this part and those furnished otherwise. A determination shall also be made of the price level in other states having a program similar to that provided in this part and those that do not. (b) The commissioner shall prepare a comparison of the price level determinations required by this section no later than January 31 of each year and shall furnish copies of such comparison to committees of the general assembly. Acts 1981, ch. 104, § 10; T.C.A. § 63-1059; T.C.A. § 63-10-309 .
(a) The commissioner of health, in cooperation with the board of pharmacy, shall determine the price level of prescriptions furnished under this part and those furnished otherwise. A determination shall also be made of the price level in other states having a program similar to that provided in this part and those that do not.
(b) The commissioner shall prepare a comparison of the price level determinations required by this section no later than January 31 of each year and shall furnish copies of such comparison to committees of the general assembly.
Acts 1981, ch. 104, § 10; T.C.A. § 63-1059; T.C.A. § 63-10-309 .
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-10-702 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 10 / Section 63-10-702
Part definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this part: (1) "Authorized pharmacy disposal site" means any pharmacy practice site that qualifies as a collection site under 21 CFR 1317.40 ; and (2) "Pharmacy drug disposal program" means any voluntary drug disposal program located at, or implemented by, a Tennessee-licensed pharmacy located in this state, in accordance with all state and federal rules and regulations. Added by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 40, s 2, eff. 7/1/2015.
As used in this part:
(1) "Authorized pharmacy disposal site" means any pharmacy practice site that qualifies as a collection site under 21 CFR 1317.40 ; and
(2) "Pharmacy drug disposal program" means any voluntary drug disposal program located at, or implemented by, a Tennessee-licensed pharmacy located in this state, in accordance with all state and federal rules and regulations.
Added by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 40, s 2, eff. 7/1/2015.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-12-123 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 12 / Section 63-12-123
Issuance of duplicate license
Status: in_force

(a) The board may issue a duplicate license to replace one that has been lost or destroyed or where a name change is requested, for a fee as set by the board. (b) Each duplicate license shall have the word "Duplicate" typed or printed across its face. Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 23; T.C.A., § 63-1223; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 13; 1989, ch. 523, § 78.
(a) The board may issue a duplicate license to replace one that has been lost or destroyed or where a name change is requested, for a fee as set by the board.
(b) Each duplicate license shall have the word "Duplicate" typed or printed across its face.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 23; T.C.A., § 63-1223; Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 13; 1989, ch. 523, § 78.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-7-117 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 7 / Section 63-7-117
Application for school accreditation
Status: in_force

An institution desiring to conduct a school of professional nursing or a school of practical nursing on ground, distance, online or via other electronic means must apply to the board for approval, and submit evidence that it is prepared to: (1) Carry out the prescribed basic professional nursing curriculum or the prescribed curriculum for practical nursing, as the case may be; and (2) Meet other standards established by this chapter or by the board. Acts 1967, ch. 78, § 26; T.C.A., § 63-754; Acts 2005, ch. 387, § 10.
An institution desiring to conduct a school of professional nursing or a school of practical nursing on ground, distance, online or via other electronic means must apply to the board for approval, and submit evidence that it is prepared to:
(1) Carry out the prescribed basic professional nursing curriculum or the prescribed curriculum for practical nursing, as the case may be; and
(2) Meet other standards established by this chapter or by the board.
Acts 1967, ch. 78, § 26; T.C.A., § 63-754; Acts 2005, ch. 387, § 10.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-24-107 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 24 / Section 63-24-107
Denial, suspension or revocation of licensure
Status: in_force

(a) The board has the power and duty to: (1) Deny, restrict or condition a license to any applicant who applies for the license through reciprocity or otherwise; (2) Permanently or temporarily withhold issuance of a license; (3) Suspend, limit or restrict a previously issued license for such time and in such manner as the board may determine; (4) Reprimand, suspend, revoke or take such other disciplinary action in relation to an applicant or license holder as the board in its discretion may deem proper; or (5) Permanently revoke a license. (b) The grounds upon which the board shall exercise such power include, but are not limited to, circumstances in which the person has: (1) Violated standards of practice as determined by the board; (2) Practiced athletic training for compensation without holding an active license under this chapter; (3) Used or attempted to use an athletic trainer license that has been suspended or revoked; (4) Obtained or attempted to obtain an athletic trainer license by misleading statements, fraud or deceit or knowing misrepresentation; (5) Used the title "athletic trainer" without being licensed under this chapter; (6) Violated or conspired to violate this chapter, or rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to this chapter; or (7) Been convicted of a felony for the commission of an offense that bears directly on the person's fitness to practice competently, as determined by the board. (c) An action taken under this section shall be subject to the applicable provisions of the Fresh Start Act that are compiled in chapter 1, part 1 of this title. Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 745, s 38, eff. 7/1/2018. Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 719, s 6, eff. 4/6/2016. Acts 1983, ch. 361, § 8; T.C.A., § 63-6-307; Acts 2000, ch. 694, § 1; 2006, ch. 872, § 4.
(a) The board has the power and duty to: (1) Deny, restrict or condition a license to any applicant who applies for the license through reciprocity or otherwise; (2) Permanently or temporarily withhold issuance of a license; (3) Suspend, limit or restrict a previously issued license for such time and in such manner as the board may determine; (4) Reprimand, suspend, revoke or take such other disciplinary action in relation to an applicant or license holder as the board in its discretion may deem proper; or (5) Permanently revoke a license.
(1) Deny, restrict or condition a license to any applicant who applies for the license through reciprocity or otherwise;
(2) Permanently or temporarily withhold issuance of a license;
(3) Suspend, limit or restrict a previously issued license for such time and in such manner as the board may determine;
(4) Reprimand, suspend, revoke or take such other disciplinary action in relation to an applicant or license holder as the board in its discretion may deem proper; or
(5) Permanently revoke a license.
(b) The grounds upon which the board shall exercise such power include, but are not limited to, circumstances in which the person has: (1) Violated standards of practice as determined by the board; (2) Practiced athletic training for compensation without holding an active license under this chapter; (3) Used or attempted to use an athletic trainer license that has been suspended or revoked; (4) Obtained or attempted to obtain an athletic trainer license by misleading statements, fraud or deceit or knowing misrepresentation; (5) Used the title "athletic trainer" without being licensed under this chapter; (6) Violated or conspired to violate this chapter, or rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to this chapter; or (7) Been convicted of a felony for the commission of an offense that bears directly on the person's fitness to practice competently, as determined by the board.
(1) Violated standards of practice as determined by the board;
(2) Practiced athletic training for compensation without holding an active license under this chapter;
(3) Used or attempted to use an athletic trainer license that has been suspended or revoked;
(4) Obtained or attempted to obtain an athletic trainer license by misleading statements, fraud or deceit or knowing misrepresentation;
(5) Used the title "athletic trainer" without being licensed under this chapter;
(6) Violated or conspired to violate this chapter, or rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to this chapter; or
(7) Been convicted of a felony for the commission of an offense that bears directly on the person's fitness to practice competently, as determined by the board.
(c) An action taken under this section shall be subject to the applicable provisions of the Fresh Start Act that are compiled in chapter 1, part 1 of this title.
Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 745, s 38, eff. 7/1/2018.
Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 719, s 6, eff. 4/6/2016.
Acts 1983, ch. 361, § 8; T.C.A., § 63-6-307; Acts 2000, ch. 694, § 1; 2006, ch. 872, § 4.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-27-109 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 27 / Section 63-27-109
Continuing education - Revocation of license - Retirement
Status: in_force

(a) Every licensed respiratory care practitioner shall obtain, during each calendar year, at least ten (10) hours of continuing professional respiratory care education that meets the guidelines established for such continuing education by the rules of the board. Each licensed practitioner shall maintain written proof of obtaining such continuing education for a period of at least three (3) years and shall, upon request, make such proof available to the board or the division. (b) The board shall approve only those continuing education courses that conform with the guidelines established by the rules of the board. Providers of such courses shall also be approved by the board in accordance with guidelines established by the rules of the board. Course offerings approved for in-service training by the joint commission on accreditation of health care organizations and in-service training programs sponsored or conducted by the Tennessee Society of Respiratory Care shall be deemed to be approved courses. (c) The rules of the board may establish exceptions from the requirements of this section in emergency or hardship cases. Such cases shall be individually reviewed and approved by the board. (d) When any such person shall fail to renew that person's license and pay the renewal fee after renewal becomes due, the license of such person shall be automatically revoked without further notice or hearing unless renewal is made and all fees paid prior to the expiration of sixty (60) days from the date such renewal becomes due. (e) Any person licensed to practice by this chapter, who has retired or may hereafter retire from such practice in this state, shall not be made to register as required by this chapter if such person shall file with the board, an affidavit on a form to be furnished by the board, which affidavit shall state the date on which such person retired from such practice and such other facts as shall tend to verify such retirement as the board shall deem necessary. If such person thereafter reengages in such practice in this state, such person shall apply for registration with the board as provided by this chapter and shall meet other requirements as may be set by the board. Acts 1986, ch. 610, § 1; 1987, ch. 192, § 14; 1993, ch. 86, §§ 5, 6; T.C.A. § 63-6-409; Acts 1998, ch. 1106, §§9 - 12, 35 - 37, 55; 2000, ch. 621, § 6.
(a) Every licensed respiratory care practitioner shall obtain, during each calendar year, at least ten (10) hours of continuing professional respiratory care education that meets the guidelines established for such continuing education by the rules of the board. Each licensed practitioner shall maintain written proof of obtaining such continuing education for a period of at least three (3) years and shall, upon request, make such proof available to the board or the division.
(b) The board shall approve only those continuing education courses that conform with the guidelines established by the rules of the board. Providers of such courses shall also be approved by the board in accordance with guidelines established by the rules of the board. Course offerings approved for in-service training by the joint commission on accreditation of health care organizations and in-service training programs sponsored or conducted by the Tennessee Society of Respiratory Care shall be deemed to be approved courses.
(c) The rules of the board may establish exceptions from the requirements of this section in emergency or hardship cases. Such cases shall be individually reviewed and approved by the board.
(d) When any such person shall fail to renew that person's license and pay the renewal fee after renewal becomes due, the license of such person shall be automatically revoked without further notice or hearing unless renewal is made and all fees paid prior to the expiration of sixty (60) days from the date such renewal becomes due.
(e) Any person licensed to practice by this chapter, who has retired or may hereafter retire from such practice in this state, shall not be made to register as required by this chapter if such person shall file with the board, an affidavit on a form to be furnished by the board, which affidavit shall state the date on which such person retired from such practice and such other facts as shall tend to verify such retirement as the board shall deem necessary. If such person thereafter reengages in such practice in this state, such person shall apply for registration with the board as provided by this chapter and shall meet other requirements as may be set by the board.
Acts 1986, ch. 610, § 1; 1987, ch. 192, § 14; 1993, ch. 86, §§ 5, 6; T.C.A. § 63-6-409; Acts 1998, ch. 1106, §§9 - 12, 35 - 37, 55; 2000, ch. 621, § 6.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-6-212 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 6 / Section 63-6-212
Records
Status: in_force

The board shall keep a record of their proceedings in a book provided for that purpose, which book shall be open for inspection and shall record the name of each applicant, the time of granting a license and the names of the members of the board present. Where a license is denied by the board to any applicant under authority of this chapter, the fact and ground of such denial shall be entered on the minutes of the board and shall be communicated in writing to such applicant. Acts 1901, ch. 78, § 10; Shan., § 3609a23; Code 1932, § 6927; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 9, §§ 2-4, 9; C. Supp. 1950, § 6927; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-616; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 33.
The board shall keep a record of their proceedings in a book provided for that purpose, which book shall be open for inspection and shall record the name of each applicant, the time of granting a license and the names of the members of the board present. Where a license is denied by the board to any applicant under authority of this chapter, the fact and ground of such denial shall be entered on the minutes of the board and shall be communicated in writing to such applicant.
Acts 1901, ch. 78, § 10; Shan., § 3609a23; Code 1932, § 6927; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 9, §§ 2-4, 9; C. Supp. 1950, § 6927; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-616; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 33.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-11-101 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 11 / Section 63-11-101
Board creation - Composition - Immunity from civil action
Status: in_force

(a) There is created a board of examiners in psychology, referred to as the "board" in this chapter, to consist of ten (10) members who shall be appointed by the governor under conditions set forth in this chapter. (b) (1) Two (2) members shall be chosen from and shall be members of the faculty, with the rank of assistant professor or above, of the accredited colleges and universities in the state and shall be engaged in teaching, research and/or administration of psychology. (2) Four (4) members shall be licensed psychologists. (3) Two (2) members shall be either a licensed psychological examiner or a licensed senior psychological examiner. (4) One (1) member shall be a private citizen who is neither a licensed psychologist nor a licensed psychological examiner or licensed senior psychological examiner and who has no professional or commercial interest in the practice of psychology. (5) Beginning July 1, 2014, the chair of the applied behavior analyst licensing committee of the board of examiners in psychology shall serve as an ex officio voting member of the board. (c) The board shall perform such duties and exercise such powers as this chapter prescribes and confers upon it. (d) No member of the board shall be liable to civil action for any act performed in good faith in the performance of its duties as set forth in this chapter. Acts 1953, ch. 169, § 4 (Williams, § 7082.4); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-1101; Acts 1992, ch. 986, §§ 3, 7; 1993, ch. 102, § 1; 2000, ch. 926, §§ 3, 4; 2001, ch. 123, § 1.
(a) There is created a board of examiners in psychology, referred to as the "board" in this chapter, to consist of ten (10) members who shall be appointed by the governor under conditions set forth in this chapter.
(b) (1) Two (2) members shall be chosen from and shall be members of the faculty, with the rank of assistant professor or above, of the accredited colleges and universities in the state and shall be engaged in teaching, research and/or administration of psychology. (2) Four (4) members shall be licensed psychologists. (3) Two (2) members shall be either a licensed psychological examiner or a licensed senior psychological examiner. (4) One (1) member shall be a private citizen who is neither a licensed psychologist nor a licensed psychological examiner or licensed senior psychological examiner and who has no professional or commercial interest in the practice of psychology. (5) Beginning July 1, 2014, the chair of the applied behavior analyst licensing committee of the board of examiners in psychology shall serve as an ex officio voting member of the board.
(1) Two (2) members shall be chosen from and shall be members of the faculty, with the rank of assistant professor or above, of the accredited colleges and universities in the state and shall be engaged in teaching, research and/or administration of psychology.
(2) Four (4) members shall be licensed psychologists.
(3) Two (2) members shall be either a licensed psychological examiner or a licensed senior psychological examiner.
(4) One (1) member shall be a private citizen who is neither a licensed psychologist nor a licensed psychological examiner or licensed senior psychological examiner and who has no professional or commercial interest in the practice of psychology.
(5) Beginning July 1, 2014, the chair of the applied behavior analyst licensing committee of the board of examiners in psychology shall serve as an ex officio voting member of the board.
(c) The board shall perform such duties and exercise such powers as this chapter prescribes and confers upon it.
(d) No member of the board shall be liable to civil action for any act performed in good faith in the performance of its duties as set forth in this chapter.
Acts 1953, ch. 169, § 4 (Williams, § 7082.4); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-1101; Acts 1992, ch. 986, §§ 3, 7; 1993, ch. 102, § 1; 2000, ch. 926, §§ 3, 4; 2001, ch. 123, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-16-110 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 16 / Section 63-16-110
Certain religious groups exempt
Status: in_force

(a) Nothing in this chapter or the rules and regulations thereunder shall be construed to require an applicant for a license who is certified by a recognized church or religious denomination that teaches reliance on spiritual means alone for healing to demonstrate proficiency in any medical techniques or to meet any medical educational qualifications or medical standards not in accordance with remedial care and treatment provided in such institutions. (b) Such administrative practice is limited to institutions certified by such church or denominations for the care and treatment of the sick in accordance with its teachings. Acts 1970, ch. 565, § 10; T.C.A., § 63-1610.
(a) Nothing in this chapter or the rules and regulations thereunder shall be construed to require an applicant for a license who is certified by a recognized church or religious denomination that teaches reliance on spiritual means alone for healing to demonstrate proficiency in any medical techniques or to meet any medical educational qualifications or medical standards not in accordance with remedial care and treatment provided in such institutions.
(b) Such administrative practice is limited to institutions certified by such church or denominations for the care and treatment of the sick in accordance with its teachings.
Acts 1970, ch. 565, § 10; T.C.A., § 63-1610.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-12-137 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 12 / Section 63-12-137
Veterinary practice to be owned by veterinarian - Exemptions
Status: in_force

(a) It is unlawful for any licensed veterinarian to practice veterinary medicine as an employee of any person other than a veterinarian duly licensed in this state or a veterinary facility operated at all times under the direct medical supervision of a veterinarian duly licensed in this state. (b) No person, corporation or other similar organization, public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit, other than a veterinarian duly licensed in this state, shall own or operate a veterinary facility within this state, except as follows: (1) Any person, corporation or other similar organization, public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit, shall apply for and receive a premises permit before the commencement of operations at the veterinary facility; and (2) The owner of the veterinary facility shall not restrict or interfere with medically appropriate veterinary diagnostic or treatment decisions by the licensed veterinarians employed at the veterinary facility. (c) The following are exempt from this section: (1) A veterinarian employed by a person, corporation or other similar organization, public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit, to treat such employer's animals; (2) A veterinarian employed by an official agency of the federal or state government or any subdivision thereof; and (3) A veterinarian employed by any licensed research facility. Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 19; 1996, ch. 771, § 3; 1996, ch. 773, § 5.
(a) It is unlawful for any licensed veterinarian to practice veterinary medicine as an employee of any person other than a veterinarian duly licensed in this state or a veterinary facility operated at all times under the direct medical supervision of a veterinarian duly licensed in this state.
(b) No person, corporation or other similar organization, public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit, other than a veterinarian duly licensed in this state, shall own or operate a veterinary facility within this state, except as follows: (1) Any person, corporation or other similar organization, public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit, shall apply for and receive a premises permit before the commencement of operations at the veterinary facility; and (2) The owner of the veterinary facility shall not restrict or interfere with medically appropriate veterinary diagnostic or treatment decisions by the licensed veterinarians employed at the veterinary facility.
(1) Any person, corporation or other similar organization, public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit, shall apply for and receive a premises permit before the commencement of operations at the veterinary facility; and
(2) The owner of the veterinary facility shall not restrict or interfere with medically appropriate veterinary diagnostic or treatment decisions by the licensed veterinarians employed at the veterinary facility.
(c) The following are exempt from this section: (1) A veterinarian employed by a person, corporation or other similar organization, public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit, to treat such employer's animals; (2) A veterinarian employed by an official agency of the federal or state government or any subdivision thereof; and (3) A veterinarian employed by any licensed research facility.
(1) A veterinarian employed by a person, corporation or other similar organization, public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit, to treat such employer's animals;
(2) A veterinarian employed by an official agency of the federal or state government or any subdivision thereof; and
(3) A veterinarian employed by any licensed research facility.
Acts 1983, ch. 57, § 19; 1996, ch. 771, § 3; 1996, ch. 773, § 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-27-106 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 27 / Section 63-27-106
Registered respiratory therapist
Status: in_force

(a) The knowledge and skills for performing the functions of a registered respiratory therapist shall be acquired by academic and clinical preparation in a respiratory care program approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or its successor organization or other accrediting organization recognized by the board or by registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care. Registered respiratory therapists may assume primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities. Such modalities shall include, but are not limited to, accepting telephone and verbal orders and responsibilities involving the supervision of certified respiratory therapists and respiratory assistants. (b) Under the supervision of a physician, a registered respiratory therapist may be required to exercise considerable independent clinical judgment in the respiratory care of patients. The registered respiratory therapist must also be capable of serving as a technical resource person to the physician regarding current practices in respiratory care and to the hospital staff regarding effective and safe methods for administering respiratory care. Acts 1986, ch. 610, § 1; 1987, ch. 192, § 1; T.C.A. §63-6-406; Acts 1998, ch. 1106, §§ 27 - 29, 53, 55; 2000, ch. 621, §§ 2, 3.
(a) The knowledge and skills for performing the functions of a registered respiratory therapist shall be acquired by academic and clinical preparation in a respiratory care program approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or its successor organization or other accrediting organization recognized by the board or by registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care. Registered respiratory therapists may assume primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities. Such modalities shall include, but are not limited to, accepting telephone and verbal orders and responsibilities involving the supervision of certified respiratory therapists and respiratory assistants.
(b) Under the supervision of a physician, a registered respiratory therapist may be required to exercise considerable independent clinical judgment in the respiratory care of patients. The registered respiratory therapist must also be capable of serving as a technical resource person to the physician regarding current practices in respiratory care and to the hospital staff regarding effective and safe methods for administering respiratory care.
Acts 1986, ch. 610, § 1; 1987, ch. 192, § 1; T.C.A. §63-6-406; Acts 1998, ch. 1106, §§ 27 - 29, 53, 55; 2000, ch. 621, §§ 2, 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-6-206 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 6 / Section 63-6-206
Penalty for unlawful issuance of licenses
Status: in_force

(a) It is a Class B misdemeanor, and disqualifies for office, for the board to issue a license to any person except as prescribed in this chapter. Should the board be so disqualified, the governor shall appoint a new board in full as provided in this chapter. (b) In no event shall the negligent issuance of a license result in criminal prosecution under this chapter. Acts 1901, ch. 78, § 22; Shan., § 3609a36; mod. Code 1932, § 6940; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 9, §§ 2-4, 9; C. Supp. 1950, § 6940; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-610; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 29; 1989, ch. 591, § 112; 1993, ch. 404, § 7.
(a) It is a Class B misdemeanor, and disqualifies for office, for the board to issue a license to any person except as prescribed in this chapter. Should the board be so disqualified, the governor shall appoint a new board in full as provided in this chapter.
(b) In no event shall the negligent issuance of a license result in criminal prosecution under this chapter.
Acts 1901, ch. 78, § 22; Shan., § 3609a36; mod. Code 1932, § 6940; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 9, §§ 2-4, 9; C. Supp. 1950, § 6940; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-610; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 29; 1989, ch. 591, § 112; 1993, ch. 404, § 7.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-25-101 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 25 / Section 63-25-101
Short title
Status: in_force

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Dietetics/Nutrition Practice Act." Acts 1987, ch. 384, § 2.
This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Dietetics/Nutrition Practice Act."
Acts 1987, ch. 384, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-11-212 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 11 / Section 63-11-212
Issuing license or certificate - Enforcement of chapter
Status: in_force

(a) The board has authority to administer oaths, to summon witnesses and to take testimony in all matters relating to its duties. (b) (1) The board shall be the sole agency in this state empowered to certify concerning competence in the practice of psychology to the division and the sole board empowered to recommend licensure or certification for the practice of psychology to the division. (2) No individual shall be issued a license or certificate for the practice of psychology who has not been previously certified at the appropriate level of practice by the board. (3) The board shall certify as competent to practice psychology all persons who shall present satisfactory evidence of attainments and qualifications under provisions of this chapter, the rules and regulations of the board and chapter 1 of this title. (4) Such certification shall be signed by the chair of the board under the board's adopted seal. (c) It is the duty of the board chair under the direction of the board to aid the solicitors in the enforcement of this chapter and the prosecution of all persons charged with the violation of its provisions. Acts 1953, ch. 169, § 16 (Williams, § 7082.16); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-1116; Acts 2001, ch. 123, §§ 20, 21.
(a) The board has authority to administer oaths, to summon witnesses and to take testimony in all matters relating to its duties.
(b) (1) The board shall be the sole agency in this state empowered to certify concerning competence in the practice of psychology to the division and the sole board empowered to recommend licensure or certification for the practice of psychology to the division. (2) No individual shall be issued a license or certificate for the practice of psychology who has not been previously certified at the appropriate level of practice by the board. (3) The board shall certify as competent to practice psychology all persons who shall present satisfactory evidence of attainments and qualifications under provisions of this chapter, the rules and regulations of the board and chapter 1 of this title. (4) Such certification shall be signed by the chair of the board under the board's adopted seal.
(1) The board shall be the sole agency in this state empowered to certify concerning competence in the practice of psychology to the division and the sole board empowered to recommend licensure or certification for the practice of psychology to the division.
(2) No individual shall be issued a license or certificate for the practice of psychology who has not been previously certified at the appropriate level of practice by the board.
(3) The board shall certify as competent to practice psychology all persons who shall present satisfactory evidence of attainments and qualifications under provisions of this chapter, the rules and regulations of the board and chapter 1 of this title.
(4) Such certification shall be signed by the chair of the board under the board's adopted seal.
(c) It is the duty of the board chair under the direction of the board to aid the solicitors in the enforcement of this chapter and the prosecution of all persons charged with the violation of its provisions.
Acts 1953, ch. 169, § 16 (Williams, § 7082.16); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-1116; Acts 2001, ch. 123, §§ 20, 21.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-17-121 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 17 / Section 63-17-121
Penalties
Status: in_force

A violation of this chapter is a Class B misdemeanor. Acts 1973, ch. 93, § 21; T.C.A., § 63-1721; Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 112.
A violation of this chapter is a Class B misdemeanor.
Acts 1973, ch. 93, § 21; T.C.A., § 63-1721; Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 112.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-9-103 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 9 / Section 63-9-103
Disposition of funds - Operating expenses - Compensation of members
Status: in_force

(a) The board shall pay all money received as fees into the state treasury, and the commissioner of finance and administration shall make such allotments out of the general fund as the commissioner may deem proper for the necessary and proper expenses of the board. No expenditures shall be made by the board unless and until such allotment has been made by the commissioner. Such allotment shall be disbursed under the general budgetary laws of the state. (b) Each member of the board shall receive one hundred dollars ($100) per diem and expenses when actually engaged in the discharge of official duties. All reimbursement for travel expenses shall be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter. Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 175, s 1, eff. 4/24/2017. Acts 1905, ch. 255, § 3; Shan., § 3654a6; impl. am. Acts 1925, ch. 115, §32; Code 1932, § 7005; Acts 1939, ch. 150, § 1; C. Supp. 1950, § 7005; Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 29; 1976, ch. 727, § 3; 1976, ch. 806, § 1(100); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-903.
(a) The board shall pay all money received as fees into the state treasury, and the commissioner of finance and administration shall make such allotments out of the general fund as the commissioner may deem proper for the necessary and proper expenses of the board. No expenditures shall be made by the board unless and until such allotment has been made by the commissioner. Such allotment shall be disbursed under the general budgetary laws of the state.
(b) Each member of the board shall receive one hundred dollars ($100) per diem and expenses when actually engaged in the discharge of official duties. All reimbursement for travel expenses shall be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 175, s 1, eff. 4/24/2017.
Acts 1905, ch. 255, § 3; Shan., § 3654a6; impl. am. Acts 1925, ch. 115, §32; Code 1932, § 7005; Acts 1939, ch. 150, § 1; C. Supp. 1950, § 7005; Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 29; 1976, ch. 727, § 3; 1976, ch. 806, § 1(100); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-903.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-11-102 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 11 / Section 63-11-102
Appointment and terms of members - Removal
Status: in_force

(a) Original appointments to the board are for terms as follows: One (1) practicing psychologist for a term of one (1) year, one (1) academic psychologist for a term of two (2) years, one (1) practicing psychologist for a term of three (3) years, one (1) academic psychologist for a term of four (4) years and one (1) practicing psychologist for a term of five (5) years. The original appointments to the board for the licensed psychological examiner member and citizen member shall be four (4) and five (5) years, respectively. All subsequent appointments shall be for terms of five (5) years. (b) Vacancies shall be filled for any unexpired terms, and members shall serve until their successors are appointed and have qualified. Only practicing psychologists shall be appointed to succeed practicing psychologists, and only academic psychologists shall be appointed to succeed academic psychologists. Board members shall be ineligible for reappointments for a period of five (5) years following completion of their terms. (c) (1) Appointments to the board for the psychologist members may be made from lists of qualified candidates to be furnished to the governor by interested psychology groups, including, but not limited to, the Tennessee Psychological Association. Each list shall contain the names of academic psychologists and practicing psychologists. Appointments to the board for the psychological examiner and senior psychological examiner members may be made from lists of qualified candidates to be submitted to the governor from interested psychological examiner groups, including, but not limited to, the Tennessee Psychological Association Division of Psychological Examiners. Each list shall contain the names of psychological examiners and senior psychological examiners. All vacancies occurring in the board may be filled by the governor for the unexpired term from the lists of qualified candidates within thirty (30) days after the vacancy occurs. The governor shall consult with such interested groups to determine qualified persons to fill positions on the board. (2) In making appointments to the board, the governor shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) person serving on the board is sixty (60) years of age or older and that at least one (1) person serving on the board is a member of a racial minority. (d) Any board members may be removed by the governor after notice and hearing for incompetence, neglect of duty, malfeasance in office or moral turpitude. Acts 1953, ch. 169, § 5 (Williams, § 7082.5); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-1102; Acts 1988, ch. 1013, § 49; 1992, ch. 986, §§ 4, 5, 8, 9; 2001, ch. 123, § 2; 2012 , ch. 629, § 1.
(a) Original appointments to the board are for terms as follows: One (1) practicing psychologist for a term of one (1) year, one (1) academic psychologist for a term of two (2) years, one (1) practicing psychologist for a term of three (3) years, one (1) academic psychologist for a term of four (4) years and one (1) practicing psychologist for a term of five (5) years. The original appointments to the board for the licensed psychological examiner member and citizen member shall be four (4) and five (5) years, respectively. All subsequent appointments shall be for terms of five (5) years.
(b) Vacancies shall be filled for any unexpired terms, and members shall serve until their successors are appointed and have qualified. Only practicing psychologists shall be appointed to succeed practicing psychologists, and only academic psychologists shall be appointed to succeed academic psychologists. Board members shall be ineligible for reappointments for a period of five (5) years following completion of their terms.
(c) (1) Appointments to the board for the psychologist members may be made from lists of qualified candidates to be furnished to the governor by interested psychology groups, including, but not limited to, the Tennessee Psychological Association. Each list shall contain the names of academic psychologists and practicing psychologists. Appointments to the board for the psychological examiner and senior psychological examiner members may be made from lists of qualified candidates to be submitted to the governor from interested psychological examiner groups, including, but not limited to, the Tennessee Psychological Association Division of Psychological Examiners. Each list shall contain the names of psychological examiners and senior psychological examiners. All vacancies occurring in the board may be filled by the governor for the unexpired term from the lists of qualified candidates within thirty (30) days after the vacancy occurs. The governor shall consult with such interested groups to determine qualified persons to fill positions on the board. (2) In making appointments to the board, the governor shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) person serving on the board is sixty (60) years of age or older and that at least one (1) person serving on the board is a member of a racial minority.
(1) Appointments to the board for the psychologist members may be made from lists of qualified candidates to be furnished to the governor by interested psychology groups, including, but not limited to, the Tennessee Psychological Association. Each list shall contain the names of academic psychologists and practicing psychologists. Appointments to the board for the psychological examiner and senior psychological examiner members may be made from lists of qualified candidates to be submitted to the governor from interested psychological examiner groups, including, but not limited to, the Tennessee Psychological Association Division of Psychological Examiners. Each list shall contain the names of psychological examiners and senior psychological examiners. All vacancies occurring in the board may be filled by the governor for the unexpired term from the lists of qualified candidates within thirty (30) days after the vacancy occurs. The governor shall consult with such interested groups to determine qualified persons to fill positions on the board.
(2) In making appointments to the board, the governor shall strive to ensure that at least one (1) person serving on the board is sixty (60) years of age or older and that at least one (1) person serving on the board is a member of a racial minority.
(d) Any board members may be removed by the governor after notice and hearing for incompetence, neglect of duty, malfeasance in office or moral turpitude.
Acts 1953, ch. 169, § 5 (Williams, § 7082.5); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-1102; Acts 1988, ch. 1013, § 49; 1992, ch. 986, §§ 4, 5, 8, 9; 2001, ch. 123, § 2; 2012 , ch. 629, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-22-207 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 22 / Section 63-22-207
Issuance of license
Status: in_force

A person who is certified as a certified clinical pastoral therapist on June 3, 2003, shall be issued a license as a licensed clinical pastoral therapist when such person's certification is renewed or upon request of such person before the expiration of such person's current certification. Acts 2003 , ch. 250, § 13.
A person who is certified as a certified clinical pastoral therapist on June 3, 2003, shall be issued a license as a licensed clinical pastoral therapist when such person's certification is renewed or upon request of such person before the expiration of such person's current certification.
Acts 2003 , ch. 250, § 13.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-8-112 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 8 / Section 63-8-112
Powers of board - Examinations
Status: in_force

The board is given authority to: (1) Make rules, regulations, policies and procedures not inconsistent with the laws of this state for the proper performance of its duties to carry out the purposes and to enforce this chapter; (2) Provide a standard of efficiency as to the moral, educational and experience qualifications and fitness of all persons who desire to practice optometry in Tennessee in conformity with this chapter; (3) Conduct both written examinations and written or oral clinical examinations of such character as to thoroughly test the qualifications of applicants and refuse to grant a certification to any person who, in its discretion, is found deficient. The board may prepare its own examinations, contract for the preparation of examinations or questions and may select appropriate standardized examinations, such as that of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and the International Association of Board of Examiners in Optometry. The board is authorized to pay any expenses involved with conducting the examinations, including expenses involved with contracting with persons who participate in the examination process. The board shall not issue a certificate to any person beyond the scope of that person's education and training as determined by the board; (4) (A) (i) Certify optometrists to administer and prescribe pharmaceutical agents for treatment and perform primary eye care procedures as provided in § 63-8-102(12)(E) . No optometrist shall be certified to prescribe or use pharmaceutical agents for treatment purposes in the practice of optometry unless and until that optometrist meets all of the following: (a) The optometrist has been certified to utilize diagnostic pharmaceutical agents; (b) The optometrist has completed at least one hundred fifty (150) classroom hours and at least forty (40) hours of clinical experience relative to diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease, including the use of pharmaceutical agents; and (c) The optometrist has taken and successfully passed the examination administered by or approved by the board; (ii) Nothing in this section shall be construed as prohibiting the board of optometry from requiring additional education, training or experience of an optometrist before allowing an optometrist to examine, diagnose, manage and treat conditions and diseases of the eye and eyelid authorized by this chapter; (B) The board shall require each optometrist certified to use pharmaceutical agents for treatment purposes in the practice of optometry to complete a minimum of ten (10) hours of continuing education annually on diagnosis and treatment and use of pharmaceutical agents in the practice of optometry; (C) The board shall provide the board of pharmacy semiannually with a list of optometrists so certified pursuant to this section and shall provide each certified optometrist with an application certificate that shall be prominently displayed in the optometrist's professional office; (5) Investigate possible violations of and enforce this chapter; (6) Determine the members to attend the meetings of the persons responsible for examining and licensing optometrists in other jurisdictions and other meetings or conventions that will assist the board in performing its duties. Members shall be paid their expenses in attending such meetings in accordance with state travel regulations; (7) Seek injunctions to prevent violations of this chapter. Such actions shall be brought in the chancery court of Davidson County or the chancery court of the county in which the defendant resides or does business. Such actions may be brought by ten (10) or more licensed optometrists or a state association of optometrists as well as by the board; (8) Issue, in its discretion, a certification of identification, upon the payment of a fee as set by the board to a legal, ethical and competent practitioner of optometry in this state who may desire to become licensed in another state; (9) Issue, in its discretion, a duplicate certificate in the event the original is lost or destroyed. The person entitled thereto must make written application to the board for a duplicate, under affidavit setting forth that such certificate was lost or destroyed and the circumstances under which the loss or destruction occurred. The fee for issuing the duplicate shall be set by the board and must accompany the application. Should the original subsequently be found, it must be forwarded immediately to the secretary-treasurer and not be used by the person to whom issued originally or by any other person; and (10) Set information requirements for ocular prescriptions. Acts 1925, ch. 99, § 5; Shan. Supp., § 3654a16; Code 1932, §7031; Acts 1935, ch. 129, § 4; 1939, ch. 90, §§1, 5; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 9, §§ 2-4, 9; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 7031; impl. am. Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 39; Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 40; 1976, ch. 426, § 4; 1979, ch. 406, §§ 14-17; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-814; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 35; 1987, ch. 217, § 2; 1989, ch. 428, § 6; 1989, ch. 523, §§ 51-53; 1993, ch. 295, §§ 2, 3.
The board is given authority to:
(1) Make rules, regulations, policies and procedures not inconsistent with the laws of this state for the proper performance of its duties to carry out the purposes and to enforce this chapter;
(2) Provide a standard of efficiency as to the moral, educational and experience qualifications and fitness of all persons who desire to practice optometry in Tennessee in conformity with this chapter;
(3) Conduct both written examinations and written or oral clinical examinations of such character as to thoroughly test the qualifications of applicants and refuse to grant a certification to any person who, in its discretion, is found deficient. The board may prepare its own examinations, contract for the preparation of examinations or questions and may select appropriate standardized examinations, such as that of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and the International Association of Board of Examiners in Optometry. The board is authorized to pay any expenses involved with conducting the examinations, including expenses involved with contracting with persons who participate in the examination process. The board shall not issue a certificate to any person beyond the scope of that person's education and training as determined by the board;
(4) (A) (i) Certify optometrists to administer and prescribe pharmaceutical agents for treatment and perform primary eye care procedures as provided in § 63-8-102(12)(E) . No optometrist shall be certified to prescribe or use pharmaceutical agents for treatment purposes in the practice of optometry unless and until that optometrist meets all of the following: (a) The optometrist has been certified to utilize diagnostic pharmaceutical agents; (b) The optometrist has completed at least one hundred fifty (150) classroom hours and at least forty (40) hours of clinical experience relative to diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease, including the use of pharmaceutical agents; and (c) The optometrist has taken and successfully passed the examination administered by or approved by the board; (ii) Nothing in this section shall be construed as prohibiting the board of optometry from requiring additional education, training or experience of an optometrist before allowing an optometrist to examine, diagnose, manage and treat conditions and diseases of the eye and eyelid authorized by this chapter; (B) The board shall require each optometrist certified to use pharmaceutical agents for treatment purposes in the practice of optometry to complete a minimum of ten (10) hours of continuing education annually on diagnosis and treatment and use of pharmaceutical agents in the practice of optometry; (C) The board shall provide the board of pharmacy semiannually with a list of optometrists so certified pursuant to this section and shall provide each certified optometrist with an application certificate that shall be prominently displayed in the optometrist's professional office;
(A) (i) Certify optometrists to administer and prescribe pharmaceutical agents for treatment and perform primary eye care procedures as provided in § 63-8-102(12)(E) . No optometrist shall be certified to prescribe or use pharmaceutical agents for treatment purposes in the practice of optometry unless and until that optometrist meets all of the following: (a) The optometrist has been certified to utilize diagnostic pharmaceutical agents; (b) The optometrist has completed at least one hundred fifty (150) classroom hours and at least forty (40) hours of clinical experience relative to diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease, including the use of pharmaceutical agents; and (c) The optometrist has taken and successfully passed the examination administered by or approved by the board; (ii) Nothing in this section shall be construed as prohibiting the board of optometry from requiring additional education, training or experience of an optometrist before allowing an optometrist to examine, diagnose, manage and treat conditions and diseases of the eye and eyelid authorized by this chapter;
(i) Certify optometrists to administer and prescribe pharmaceutical agents for treatment and perform primary eye care procedures as provided in § 63-8-102(12)(E) . No optometrist shall be certified to prescribe or use pharmaceutical agents for treatment purposes in the practice of optometry unless and until that optometrist meets all of the following: (a) The optometrist has been certified to utilize diagnostic pharmaceutical agents; (b) The optometrist has completed at least one hundred fifty (150) classroom hours and at least forty (40) hours of clinical experience relative to diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease, including the use of pharmaceutical agents; and (c) The optometrist has taken and successfully passed the examination administered by or approved by the board;
(a) The optometrist has been certified to utilize diagnostic pharmaceutical agents;
(b) The optometrist has completed at least one hundred fifty (150) classroom hours and at least forty (40) hours of clinical experience relative to diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease, including the use of pharmaceutical agents; and
(c) The optometrist has taken and successfully passed the examination administered by or approved by the board;
(ii) Nothing in this section shall be construed as prohibiting the board of optometry from requiring additional education, training or experience of an optometrist before allowing an optometrist to examine, diagnose, manage and treat conditions and diseases of the eye and eyelid authorized by this chapter;
(B) The board shall require each optometrist certified to use pharmaceutical agents for treatment purposes in the practice of optometry to complete a minimum of ten (10) hours of continuing education annually on diagnosis and treatment and use of pharmaceutical agents in the practice of optometry;
(C) The board shall provide the board of pharmacy semiannually with a list of optometrists so certified pursuant to this section and shall provide each certified optometrist with an application certificate that shall be prominently displayed in the optometrist's professional office;
(5) Investigate possible violations of and enforce this chapter;
(6) Determine the members to attend the meetings of the persons responsible for examining and licensing optometrists in other jurisdictions and other meetings or conventions that will assist the board in performing its duties. Members shall be paid their expenses in attending such meetings in accordance with state travel regulations;
(7) Seek injunctions to prevent violations of this chapter. Such actions shall be brought in the chancery court of Davidson County or the chancery court of the county in which the defendant resides or does business. Such actions may be brought by ten (10) or more licensed optometrists or a state association of optometrists as well as by the board;
(8) Issue, in its discretion, a certification of identification, upon the payment of a fee as set by the board to a legal, ethical and competent practitioner of optometry in this state who may desire to become licensed in another state;
(9) Issue, in its discretion, a duplicate certificate in the event the original is lost or destroyed. The person entitled thereto must make written application to the board for a duplicate, under affidavit setting forth that such certificate was lost or destroyed and the circumstances under which the loss or destruction occurred. The fee for issuing the duplicate shall be set by the board and must accompany the application. Should the original subsequently be found, it must be forwarded immediately to the secretary-treasurer and not be used by the person to whom issued originally or by any other person; and
(10) Set information requirements for ocular prescriptions.
Acts 1925, ch. 99, § 5; Shan. Supp., § 3654a16; Code 1932, §7031; Acts 1935, ch. 129, § 4; 1939, ch. 90, §§1, 5; impl. am. Acts 1947, ch. 9, §§ 2-4, 9; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 7031; impl. am. Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 39; Acts 1953, ch. 113, § 40; 1976, ch. 426, § 4; 1979, ch. 406, §§ 14-17; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 63-814; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 35; 1987, ch. 217, § 2; 1989, ch. 428, § 6; 1989, ch. 523, §§ 51-53; 1993, ch. 295, §§ 2, 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-12-108 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 12 / Section 63-12-108
Compensation of members - Expenses of board
Status: in_force

(a) The members of the board shall receive as compensation for their services one hundred dollars ($100) per day for each day or portion thereof, each, while in actual service of the board, which, together with the necessary expenses of each meeting of the board, shall be paid out of any moneys in the treasury of the board upon the certificate of the president and secretary. (b) All reimbursement for travel expenses shall be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter. Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 440, s 1, eff. 7/1/2013. Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 8; 1976, ch. 806, § 1(117); T.C.A., § 63-1208.
(a) The members of the board shall receive as compensation for their services one hundred dollars ($100) per day for each day or portion thereof, each, while in actual service of the board, which, together with the necessary expenses of each meeting of the board, shall be paid out of any moneys in the treasury of the board upon the certificate of the president and secretary.
(b) All reimbursement for travel expenses shall be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 440, s 1, eff. 7/1/2013.
Acts 1967, ch. 80, § 8; 1976, ch. 806, § 1(117); T.C.A., § 63-1208.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-6-1009 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 6 / Section 63-6-1009
Fees
Status: in_force

(a) The board, in consultation with the committee, shall set fees relative to the application, certification and renewal thereof in amounts sufficient to pay all of the expenses of certification and of the committee directly attributable to the performance of its duties under this part. (b) All deposits and disbursements shall be handled in accordance with § 63-1-137 . Acts 2000, ch. 685, § 11.
(a) The board, in consultation with the committee, shall set fees relative to the application, certification and renewal thereof in amounts sufficient to pay all of the expenses of certification and of the committee directly attributable to the performance of its duties under this part.
(b) All deposits and disbursements shall be handled in accordance with § 63-1-137 .
Acts 2000, ch. 685, § 11.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-20-103 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 20 / Section 63-20-103
Collaborative practice arrangement requirements
Status: in_force

A graduate physician collaborative practice arrangement must limit the graduate physician to providing primary care services in: (1) A medically underserved rural area of this state; (2) A pilot project area established for graduate physicians to practice; or (3) A rural health clinic as defined under §§ 1861(aa) and 1905 of the federal Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395x and 1396d , respectively). Added by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 470, s 1, eff. 1/1/2025.
A graduate physician collaborative practice arrangement must limit the graduate physician to providing primary care services in:
(1) A medically underserved rural area of this state;
(2) A pilot project area established for graduate physicians to practice; or
(3) A rural health clinic as defined under §§ 1861(aa) and 1905 of the federal Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395x and 1396d , respectively).
Added by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 470, s 1, eff. 1/1/2025.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-10-601 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 10 / Section 63-10-601
Definitions - Requirements - Legislative intent
Status: in_force

(a) As used in this section, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) "Federally qualified health center (FQHC)" means such entities as they are defined in §§ 1861(aa) and 1905 of the federal Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395x and 1396d ); and (2) "Telepharmacy in FQHCs" means an FQHC central pharmacy with one (1) or more FQHC remote sites in which all sites are connected via computer link, videolink and audiolink. (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, in an FQHC pilot project, as authorized in this section, a registered pharmacy technician employed by the FQHC is authorized to issue prescription drugs that have been filled by a pharmacist employed by the FQHC and delivered to the FQHC satellite clinic by an agent of the FQHC. The issuance of the prescription drugs may occur without the physical, onsite supervision of an on-duty pharmacist only under the conditions as provided in subsection (c). Registered pharmacy technicians performing services authorized in this section shall be permitted to function under the supervision of the FQHC pharmacist by means of telepharmacy with at least one (1) monthly onsite visit to review inventory controls, accountability, security, storage and issuance. (c) In an FQHC pilot project, as authorized in this section, a registered pharmacy technician is authorized to issue prescription drugs to a patient of the FQHC and offer counseling by a pharmacist by means of telepharmacy. The FQHC pharmacist may provide patient counseling and supervision of the registered pharmacy technician when on duty at the pharmacy practice site of a FQHC. (d) It is the intent of the general assembly that this section shall comply with all applicable requirements of the federal 340B drug pricing program, pursuant to § 340B of the Public Health Service Act ( 42 U.S.C. § 256b ), and shall apply exclusively to the uninsured or underinsured income-eligible patients of the FQHCs participating as defined in subsection (e) for whom the prescription is not covered by third-party reimbursement. (e) On or after July 1, 2008, the department of health and the board of pharmacy shall identify one (1) FQHC for a voluntary pilot program originating in a county located in the eastern grand division of the state in order to implement the telepharmacy provisions at no more than two (2) eligible satellite clinics as described in this section. The eligible FQHC shall have an onsite pharmacy in one (1) location, eligible satellite clinics, be responsible for all costs associated with the telemedicine equipment and connectivity, have at least one (1) year of experience with telemedicine, adequate technical support, appropriate staffing, access to the patient's medical record and participate in the 340B drug pricing program. Only the approved pilot program in the FQHC shall be eligible for the supervision, delivery and issuance of prescription drugs to qualified patients as defined in subsection (d). This pilot program is not authorized to deliver or issue pharmaceutical products defined elsewhere as Schedule I, II, III or IV drugs. The pilot program shall report information regarding patient satisfaction and safety to the board of pharmacy, the health and human resources committee of the house of representatives and the general welfare health and human resources committee of the senate by February 1, 2010. If the board of pharmacy determines that data demonstrates the pilot is successful, then the board may expand the project beyond the one (1) FQHC to as many FQHCs as it deems appropriate. Acts 2008 , ch. 1028, § 1.
(a) As used in this section, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) "Federally qualified health center (FQHC)" means such entities as they are defined in §§ 1861(aa) and 1905 of the federal Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395x and 1396d ); and (2) "Telepharmacy in FQHCs" means an FQHC central pharmacy with one (1) or more FQHC remote sites in which all sites are connected via computer link, videolink and audiolink.
(1) "Federally qualified health center (FQHC)" means such entities as they are defined in §§ 1861(aa) and 1905 of the federal Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395x and 1396d ); and
(2) "Telepharmacy in FQHCs" means an FQHC central pharmacy with one (1) or more FQHC remote sites in which all sites are connected via computer link, videolink and audiolink.
(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, in an FQHC pilot project, as authorized in this section, a registered pharmacy technician employed by the FQHC is authorized to issue prescription drugs that have been filled by a pharmacist employed by the FQHC and delivered to the FQHC satellite clinic by an agent of the FQHC. The issuance of the prescription drugs may occur without the physical, onsite supervision of an on-duty pharmacist only under the conditions as provided in subsection (c). Registered pharmacy technicians performing services authorized in this section shall be permitted to function under the supervision of the FQHC pharmacist by means of telepharmacy with at least one (1) monthly onsite visit to review inventory controls, accountability, security, storage and issuance.
(c) In an FQHC pilot project, as authorized in this section, a registered pharmacy technician is authorized to issue prescription drugs to a patient of the FQHC and offer counseling by a pharmacist by means of telepharmacy. The FQHC pharmacist may provide patient counseling and supervision of the registered pharmacy technician when on duty at the pharmacy practice site of a FQHC.
(d) It is the intent of the general assembly that this section shall comply with all applicable requirements of the federal 340B drug pricing program, pursuant to § 340B of the Public Health Service Act ( 42 U.S.C. § 256b ), and shall apply exclusively to the uninsured or underinsured income-eligible patients of the FQHCs participating as defined in subsection (e) for whom the prescription is not covered by third-party reimbursement.
(e) On or after July 1, 2008, the department of health and the board of pharmacy shall identify one (1) FQHC for a voluntary pilot program originating in a county located in the eastern grand division of the state in order to implement the telepharmacy provisions at no more than two (2) eligible satellite clinics as described in this section. The eligible FQHC shall have an onsite pharmacy in one (1) location, eligible satellite clinics, be responsible for all costs associated with the telemedicine equipment and connectivity, have at least one (1) year of experience with telemedicine, adequate technical support, appropriate staffing, access to the patient's medical record and participate in the 340B drug pricing program. Only the approved pilot program in the FQHC shall be eligible for the supervision, delivery and issuance of prescription drugs to qualified patients as defined in subsection (d). This pilot program is not authorized to deliver or issue pharmaceutical products defined elsewhere as Schedule I, II, III or IV drugs. The pilot program shall report information regarding patient satisfaction and safety to the board of pharmacy, the health and human resources committee of the house of representatives and the general welfare health and human resources committee of the senate by February 1, 2010. If the board of pharmacy determines that data demonstrates the pilot is successful, then the board may expand the project beyond the one (1) FQHC to as many FQHCs as it deems appropriate.
Acts 2008 , ch. 1028, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-25-105 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 25 / Section 63-25-105
Development of therapeutic dietary regimens
Status: in_force

No therapeutic dietary regimen may be developed unless pursuant to the appropriate orders and/or referral of licensed practitioners of medicine, osteopathy, chiropractic, dentistry or podiatry when incidental to the practice of their respective professions. Acts 1987, ch. 384, § 6.
No therapeutic dietary regimen may be developed unless pursuant to the appropriate orders and/or referral of licensed practitioners of medicine, osteopathy, chiropractic, dentistry or podiatry when incidental to the practice of their respective professions.
Acts 1987, ch. 384, § 6.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-5-128 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 5 / Section 63-5-128
Criminal penalties
Status: in_force

(a) Any person who violates any provision of § 63-5-107(a) commits a Class B misdemeanor. (b) After being convicted of any violation of § 63-5-107(a) , any person who again violates § 63-5-107(a) commits a Class E felony. (c) Any person who has been enjoined by a court of competent jurisdiction from performing any acts or rendering any services that constitute the practice of dentistry as defined in § 63-5-108 , who thereafter willfully violates the terms of the injunction by again performing such acts or rendering such services, commits a Class E felony. Acts 1957, ch. 32, § 30; T.C.A., § 63-558; Acts 1989, ch. 591, §§ 82, 83, 112; 1991, ch. 143, § 3.
(a) Any person who violates any provision of § 63-5-107(a) commits a Class B misdemeanor.
(b) After being convicted of any violation of § 63-5-107(a) , any person who again violates § 63-5-107(a) commits a Class E felony.
(c) Any person who has been enjoined by a court of competent jurisdiction from performing any acts or rendering any services that constitute the practice of dentistry as defined in § 63-5-108 , who thereafter willfully violates the terms of the injunction by again performing such acts or rendering such services, commits a Class E felony.
Acts 1957, ch. 32, § 30; T.C.A., § 63-558; Acts 1989, ch. 591, §§ 82, 83, 112; 1991, ch. 143, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-5-105 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 5 / Section 63-5-105
Powers of board
Status: in_force

The board has the following powers and duties in addition to the powers and duties granted to or imposed upon it by the other sections of this chapter: (1) Prescribe rules and regulations for examination of candidates; (2) Conduct examinations to ascertain the qualifications and fitness of applicants for licenses to practice dentistry and of applicants for certificates to practice a specialty in dentistry or licenses to practice as a dental hygienist or registered as a dental assistant; (3) Provide standards by which dental schools and colleges, graduate dental programs in hospital settings, schools of dental hygiene and courses of instruction for dental assistants are approved; (4) Issue licenses to applicants who successfully pass the examination for the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, to issue certificates to specialists in dentistry who successfully pass the respective examinations for such certificates and to register dental assistants who meet such standards of competency as the board may require by rules and regulations and who pay a nonrefundable application fee as set annually by the board; (5) Conduct hearings to revoke, suspend or otherwise lawfully discipline the holder of any license or certificate issued under the authority of this chapter or any previous laws authorizing the holder thereof to practice dentistry, a specialty in dentistry, dental hygiene or as a certified and/or registered dental assistant for violations by the licensee or certificate holder of any of the provisions of this chapter or any rule of the board hereafter properly promulgated by the board; (6) Provide for any evaluations, including onsite, of facilities, equipment and personnel of dentists who use general anesthesia, deep sedation or conscious sedation as the board determines appropriate in the interest of public safety; and (7) To make such rules and regulations and establish such fees as are necessary to carry out and make effective this chapter. Acts 1957, ch. 32, § 6; 1978, ch. 824, § 5; 1981, ch. 99, § 2; T.C.A., § 63-534; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 21; 1988, ch. 635, §§1, 2; 1989, ch. 523, § 7; 1990, ch. 1031, §§6-8; 1997 , ch. 53, § 3; 1999, ch. 341, §1; 2001, ch. 330, § 3.
The board has the following powers and duties in addition to the powers and duties granted to or imposed upon it by the other sections of this chapter:
(1) Prescribe rules and regulations for examination of candidates;
(2) Conduct examinations to ascertain the qualifications and fitness of applicants for licenses to practice dentistry and of applicants for certificates to practice a specialty in dentistry or licenses to practice as a dental hygienist or registered as a dental assistant;
(3) Provide standards by which dental schools and colleges, graduate dental programs in hospital settings, schools of dental hygiene and courses of instruction for dental assistants are approved;
(4) Issue licenses to applicants who successfully pass the examination for the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, to issue certificates to specialists in dentistry who successfully pass the respective examinations for such certificates and to register dental assistants who meet such standards of competency as the board may require by rules and regulations and who pay a nonrefundable application fee as set annually by the board;
(5) Conduct hearings to revoke, suspend or otherwise lawfully discipline the holder of any license or certificate issued under the authority of this chapter or any previous laws authorizing the holder thereof to practice dentistry, a specialty in dentistry, dental hygiene or as a certified and/or registered dental assistant for violations by the licensee or certificate holder of any of the provisions of this chapter or any rule of the board hereafter properly promulgated by the board;
(6) Provide for any evaluations, including onsite, of facilities, equipment and personnel of dentists who use general anesthesia, deep sedation or conscious sedation as the board determines appropriate in the interest of public safety; and
(7) To make such rules and regulations and establish such fees as are necessary to carry out and make effective this chapter.
Acts 1957, ch. 32, § 6; 1978, ch. 824, § 5; 1981, ch. 99, § 2; T.C.A., § 63-534; Acts 1984, ch. 937, § 21; 1988, ch. 635, §§1, 2; 1989, ch. 523, § 7; 1990, ch. 1031, §§6-8; 1997 , ch. 53, § 3; 1999, ch. 341, §1; 2001, ch. 330, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-3-214 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 3 / Section 63-3-214
Use of non-licensed persons
Status: in_force

A licensed orthotist or prosthetist may utilize one (1) or more non-licensed persons to assist in: (1) The performance of minor repairs on devices which have been previously dispensed to patients; and (2) The performance of other tasks approved by the board of podiatric medical examiners. Added by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 167, s 3, eff. 7/1/2017.
A licensed orthotist or prosthetist may utilize one (1) or more non-licensed persons to assist in:
(1) The performance of minor repairs on devices which have been previously dispensed to patients; and
(2) The performance of other tasks approved by the board of podiatric medical examiners.
Added by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 167, s 3, eff. 7/1/2017.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-13-210 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 13 / Section 63-13-210
Administrative procedure
Status: in_force

All administrative proceedings for disciplinary action against a licensee under this part shall be conducted by the board of occupational therapy in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5. Acts 1984, ch. 921, § 3; T.C.A., §§ 63-13-308 , 63-13-208 ; Acts 1999, ch. 415, § 2; 2007 , ch. 115, § 7.
All administrative proceedings for disciplinary action against a licensee under this part shall be conducted by the board of occupational therapy in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
Acts 1984, ch. 921, § 3; T.C.A., §§ 63-13-308 , 63-13-208 ; Acts 1999, ch. 415, § 2; 2007 , ch. 115, § 7.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-6-238 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 6 / Section 63-6-238
Notice to patients of departure
Status: in_force

Psychiatrists are not required to notify patients that were treated by them at community mental health centers, as defined in § 33-1-101 , of their departure from such community mental health centers. Patient records shall remain with the community mental health centers. The transfer of patients' records shall be in compliance with standards set by state and federal law. Acts 2005, ch. 53, § 2.
Psychiatrists are not required to notify patients that were treated by them at community mental health centers, as defined in § 33-1-101 , of their departure from such community mental health centers. Patient records shall remain with the community mental health centers. The transfer of patients' records shall be in compliance with standards set by state and federal law.
Acts 2005, ch. 53, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-30-108 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 30 / Section 63-30-108
Unauthorized practice - Violations - Penalties
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), any person who advertises or engages in reflexology for compensation without registering with the division pursuant to this chapter commits a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine only. It is unlawful to use the word "reflexology" or any other term that implies reflexology technique or method when advertising a service by a person who is not registered under this chapter. (b) This section shall not apply to licensed massage therapists who use reflexology techniques or methods or who advertise reflexology as a service offered to massage therapy clients. (c) The division may, when it deems appropriate, seek such civil remedies at law or equity to restrain or enjoin any unauthorized practice or other violation of this chapter. Acts 2001, ch. 389, § 9; 2002, ch. 637, §§ 1, 2.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), any person who advertises or engages in reflexology for compensation without registering with the division pursuant to this chapter commits a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine only. It is unlawful to use the word "reflexology" or any other term that implies reflexology technique or method when advertising a service by a person who is not registered under this chapter.
(b) This section shall not apply to licensed massage therapists who use reflexology techniques or methods or who advertise reflexology as a service offered to massage therapy clients.
(c) The division may, when it deems appropriate, seek such civil remedies at law or equity to restrain or enjoin any unauthorized practice or other violation of this chapter.
Acts 2001, ch. 389, § 9; 2002, ch. 637, §§ 1, 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-10-306 — TN Code / Title 63 / Chapter 10 / Section 63-10-306
Organization
Status: in_force

(a) The pharmacist members of the board shall annually appoint a president and a vice president. (b) The president of the board, and the vice president in the president's absence, shall preside at all meetings of the board and is responsible for the performance of all duties and functions of the board under this part. (c) The board president may, if deemed necessary, split the board into panels of three (3) or more to conduct contested case hearings regarding disciplinary matters. A quorum of at least three (3) panel members is required at such hearings. (d) The board shall meet at least annually and at such other times as it deems necessary to perform its duties under this chapter. A majority of the members of the board constitutes a quorum for the conduct of board meetings and, except where a different number is required by this part or by any board rule, all actions of the board must be by a majority of a quorum. (e) The members of the board receive a per diem of one hundred dollars ($100) for each day the member is engaged in performance of the official duties of the board, and must be reimbursed for all reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in connection with the discharge of such official duties. All reimbursement for travel expenses are in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter. Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 457, s 1, eff. 7/1/2023. Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 268, s 1, eff. 5/4/2017. Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 293, s 5, eff. 4/24/2015. Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 949,s 9, eff. 7/1/2014. Acts 1996, ch. 651, § 14; T.C.A. § 63-10-506 ; Acts 2007 , ch. 407, §§ 2, 17, 18.
(a) The pharmacist members of the board shall annually appoint a president and a vice president.
(b) The president of the board, and the vice president in the president's absence, shall preside at all meetings of the board and is responsible for the performance of all duties and functions of the board under this part.
(c) The board president may, if deemed necessary, split the board into panels of three (3) or more to conduct contested case hearings regarding disciplinary matters. A quorum of at least three (3) panel members is required at such hearings.
(d) The board shall meet at least annually and at such other times as it deems necessary to perform its duties under this chapter. A majority of the members of the board constitutes a quorum for the conduct of board meetings and, except where a different number is required by this part or by any board rule, all actions of the board must be by a majority of a quorum.
(e) The members of the board receive a per diem of one hundred dollars ($100) for each day the member is engaged in performance of the official duties of the board, and must be reimbursed for all reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in connection with the discharge of such official duties. All reimbursement for travel expenses are in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
Amended by 2023 Tenn. Acts, ch. 457, s 1, eff. 7/1/2023.
Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 268, s 1, eff. 5/4/2017.
Amended by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 293, s 5, eff. 4/24/2015.
Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 949,s 9, eff. 7/1/2014.
Acts 1996, ch. 651, § 14; T.C.A. § 63-10-506 ; Acts 2007 , ch. 407, §§ 2, 17, 18.