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NC Gen Stat § 90-690 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 40 - Perfusionist Licensure Act.|§ 90-690 - Renewal of licenses.

 90-690. Renewal of licenses.(a) All licenses to practice perfusion shall expire two years after the date they were issued. The Committee shall send a notice of expiration to each licensee at his or her last known address at least 30 days prior to the expiration of his or her license. All applications for renewal of unexpired licenses shall be filed with the Committee and accompanied by proof satisfactory to the Committee that the applicant has completed the continuing education requirements established by the Committee and the renewal fee as required by G.S. 90-689.(b) An application for renewal of a license that has been expired for less than three years shall be accompanied by proof satisfactory to the Committee that the applicant has current certification as defined by G.S. 90-682(1), has satisfied the continuing education requirements established by the Committee and has paid the renewal and late fees required by G.S. 90-689. A license that has been expired for more than three years shall not be renewed, but the applicant may apply for a new license by complying with the current requirements for licensure under this Article. (2005-267, s. 1; 2007-525, s. 10.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-690.1 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 40 - Perfusionist Licensure Act.|§ 90-690.1 - Maintenance of certification to maintain licensure.

 90-690.1. Maintenance of certification to maintain licensure.(a) After December 31, 2007, all licensed perfusionists who are licensed under this Article shall maintain certification as defined in G.S. 90-682(1) in order to maintain licensure. If certification shall lapse at any time, the Committee may initiate disciplinary action under G.S. 90-691, or upon a finding consistent with G.S. 150B-3(c), may order the summary suspension of the perfusionist's license.(b) The provisions of this section shall not apply to perfusionists who were licensed under Section 2 of S. L. 2005-267. (2007-525, s. 11.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-691 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 40 - Perfusionist Licensure Act.|§ 90-691 - Disciplinary authority.

 90-691. Disciplinary authority.(a) The Committee may place on probation with or without conditions, impose limitations and conditions on, publicly reprimand, assess monetary redress, issue public letters of concern, require satisfactory completion of treatment programs or remedial or educational training, deny, refuse to renew, suspend, or revoke an application or license if the applicant or licensee:(1) Gives false information or withholds material information from the Committee in procuring or attempting to procure a license.(2) Gives false information or withholds material information from the Committee during the course of an investigation conducted by the Committee.(3) Has been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to a crime that indicates the person is unfit or incompetent to practice perfusion as defined in this Article or that indicates the person has deceived, defrauded, or endangered the public.(4) Has a habitual substance abuse or mental impairment that interferes with his or her ability to provide appropriate care as established by this Article or rules adopted by the Committee. The Committee is empowered and authorized to require a licensee to submit to a mental or physical examination by persons designated by the Committee before or after charges may be presented against the licensee, and the results of the examination shall be admissible in evidence in a hearing before the Committee.(5) Has demonstrated gross negligence, incompetency, or misconduct in the practice of perfusion as defined in this Article. The Committee may, upon reasonable grounds, require a licensee to submit to inquiries or examinations, written or oral, as the Committee deems necessary to determine the professional qualifications of the licensee.(6) Has had an application for licensure or a license to practice perfusion in another jurisdiction denied, suspended, or revoked for reasons that would be grounds for similar action in this State.(7) Has willfully violated any provision of this Article or rules adopted by the Committee.(8) Has allowed his or her certification to lapse.(b) The taking of any action authorized under subsection (a) of this section may be ordered by the Committee after a hearing is held in accordance with Article 3A of Chapter 150B of the General Statutes. The Committee may reinstate a revoked license if it finds that the reasons for revocation no longer exist and that the person can reasonably be expected to perform the services authorized under this Article in a safe manner. (2005-267, s. 1; 2007-525, s. 12.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-692 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 40 - Perfusionist Licensure Act.|§ 90-692 - Enjoining illegal practices.

 90-692. Enjoining illegal practices.The Committee may apply to the superior court for an order enjoining violations of this Article. Upon a showing by the Committee that any person has violated this Article, the court may grant injunctive relief. (2005-267, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-693 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 40 - Perfusionist Licensure Act.|§ 90-693 - Civil penalties; disciplinary costs.

 90-693. Civil penalties; disciplinary costs.(a) Authority to Assess Civil Penalties. - The Committee may assess a civil penalty not in excess of one thousand dollars ($1,000) for the violation of any section of this Article or the violation of any rules adopted by the Committee. The clear proceeds of any civil penalty assessed under this section shall be remitted to the Civil Penalty and Forfeiture Fund in accordance with G.S. 115C-457.2.(b) Consideration Factors. - Before imposing and assessing a civil penalty, the Committee shall consider the following factors:(1) The nature, gravity, and persistence of the particular violation.(2) The appropriateness of the imposition of a civil penalty when considered alone or in combination with other punishment.(3) Whether the violation was willful and malicious.(4) Any other factors that would tend to mitigate or aggravate the violations found to exist.(c) Schedule of Civil Penalties. - The Committee shall establish a schedule of civil penalties for violations of this Article and rules adopted by the Committee.(d) Costs. - The Committee may assess the costs of disciplinary actions against a person found to be in violation of this Article or rules adopted by the Committee. (2005-267, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-694 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 40 - Perfusionist Licensure Act.|§ 90-694 - Third-party reimbursement.

 90-694. Third-party reimbursement.Nothing in this Article shall be construed to require direct third-party reimbursements to persons licensed under this Article. (2005-267, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-721 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 42 - Polysomnography Practice Act.|§ 90-721 - Definitions.

 90-721. Definitions.The following definitions apply in this Article:(1) Board. - The Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), a member of the National Organization of Certification Associations and accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), the accreditation body of the National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA).(2) Direct supervision. - An act whereby a registered polysomnographic technologist who is providing supervision is present in the area where the polysomnographic procedure is being performed and immediately available to furnish assistance and direction throughout the performance of the procedure.(3) General supervision. - The authority and responsibility to direct the performance of activities as established by policies and procedures for safe and appropriate completion of polysomnography services whereby the physical presence of a licensed physician is not required during the performance of the polysomnographic procedure, but the licensed physician must be available for assistance, if needed.(4) Licensed physician. - A physician licensed to practice medicine under Article 1 of Chapter 90 of the General Statutes.(5) Medical Board. - The North Carolina Medical Board established under G.S. 90-2.(6) Polysomnography. - The allied health specialty involving the process of attended and unattended monitoring, analysis, and recording of physiological data during sleep and wakefulness to assist in the assessment of sleep and wake disorders and other sleep disorders, syndromes, and dysfunctions that are sleep-related, manifest during sleep, or disrupt normal sleep and wake cycles and activities.(7) Registered polysomnographic technologist. - A person who is credentialed by the Board as a "Registered Polysomnographic Technologist" (RPSGT).(8) Student. - A person who is enrolled in a polysomnography educational program approved by the Board as an acceptable pathway to meet eligibility requirements for credentialing.  (2009-434, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-722 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 42 - Polysomnography Practice Act.|§ 90-722 - Practice of polysomnography.

 90-722. Practice of polysomnography.(a) Practice. - The "practice of polysomnography" means the performance of any of the following tasks:(1) Monitoring and recording physiological data during the evaluation of sleep-related disorders, including sleep-related respiratory disturbances, by applying the following techniques, equipment, or procedures:a. Positive airway pressure (PAP) devices, such as continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and bilevel and other approved devices, providing forms of pressure support used to treat sleep disordered breathing on patients using a mask or oral appliance; provided, the mask or oral appliance does not attach to an artificial airway or extend into the trachea.b. Supplemental low flow oxygen therapy, up to eight liters per minute, utilizing nasal cannula or administered with continuous or bilevel positive airway pressure during a polysomnogram.c. Capnography during a polysomnogram.d. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.e. Pulse oximetry.f. Gastroesophageal pH monitoring.g. Esophageal pressure monitoring.h. Sleep staging, including surface electroencephalography, surface electrooculagraphy, and surface submental or masseter electromyography.i. Surface electromyography.j. Electrocardiography.k. Respiratory effort monitoring, including thoracic and abdominal movement.l. Plethysmography blood flow monitoring.m. Snore monitoring.n. Audio and video monitoring.o. Body movement.p. Nocturnal penile tumescence monitoring.q. Nasal and oral airflow monitoring.r. Body temperature monitoring.s. Actigraphy.(2) Observing and monitoring physical signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to polysomnographic evaluation and determining whether initiation, modification, or discontinuation of a treatment regimen is warranted based on protocol and physician's order.(3) Analyzing and scoring data collected during the monitoring described in subdivisions (1) and (2) of this subsection for the purpose of assisting a licensed physician in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep and wake disorders.(4) Implementing a written or verbal order from a licensed physician that requires the practice of polysomnography.(5) Educating a patient regarding polysomnography and sleep disorders.(b) Limitations. - The practice of polysomnography shall be performed under the general supervision of a licensed physician. The practice of polysomnography shall take place in a hospital, a stand-alone sleep laboratory or sleep center, or a patient's home. However, the scoring of data and education of patients may take place in settings other than a hospital, stand-alone sleep laboratory or sleep center, or patient's home.  (2009-434, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-723 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 42 - Polysomnography Practice Act.|§ 90-723 - Unlawful acts.

 90-723. Unlawful acts.(a) Unlawful Act. - On or after January 1, 2012, it shall be unlawful for a person to do any of the following unless the person is listed with the Medical Board as provided in this Article:(1) Practice polysomnography.(2) Represent, orally or in writing, that the person is credentialed to practice polysomnography.(3) Use the title "Registered Polysomnographic Technologist" or the initials "RPSGT."(b) Violations. - A violation of this section is a Class 1 misdemeanor. Complaints and investigations of violations of this Article shall be directed to and conducted by the Board. The court may issue injunctions or restraining orders to prevent further violations under this Article.  (2009-434, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-724 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 42 - Polysomnography Practice Act.|§ 90-724 - Exemptions.

 90-724. Exemptions.The provisions of this Article do not apply to any of the following:(1) A person registered, certified, credentialed, or licensed to engage in another profession or occupation or any person working under the supervision of a person registered, certified, credentialed, or licensed to engage in another profession or occupation in this State if the person is performing work incidental to or within the scope of practice of that profession or occupation and the person does not represent himself or herself as a registered polysomnographic technologist.(2) An individual employed by the United States government when performing duties associated with that employment.(3) Research investigation that monitors physiological parameters during sleep or wakefulness, provided that the research investigation has been approved and deemed acceptable by an institutional review board, follows conventional safety measures required for the procedures, and the information is not obtained or used for the practice of clinical medicine.(4) A physician licensed to practice medicine under Article 1 of Chapter 90 of the General Statutes or a physician assistant or nurse practitioner licensed to perform medical acts, tasks, and functions under Article 1 of Chapter 90 of the General Statutes.(5) A student actively enrolled in a polysomnography education program if:a. Polysomnographic services and post-training experience are performed by the student as an integral part of the student's course of study;b. The polysomnographic services are performed under the direct supervision of a registered polysomnographic technologist; andc. The student adheres to post-training examination guidelines established by the Board.  (2009-434, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-725 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 42 - Polysomnography Practice Act.|§ 90-725 - Listing requirements.

 90-725. Listing requirements.(a) Annual Listing. - A person may not practice polysomnography under this Article unless the person is listed with the Medical Board. In order to be listed with the Medical Board, a person must annually submit on or before September 1 of each year all of the following information to the Medical Board in the manner prescribed by the Medical Board:(1) The person's full legal name.(2) The person's complete address and telephone number.(3) Evidence that the person is currently credentialed in good standing by the Board as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).(4) The date the person was credentialed by the Board to practice polysomnography.(5) A nonrefundable listing fee of fifty dollars ($50.00).(b) Listing. - The Medical Board must maintain a listing of polysomnographic technologists that have submitted proof of credentials under this section. The Board must promptly notify the Medical Board, by mail or electronic means, when a person's credential is revoked or no longer in effect. Upon receipt of this notification, the Medical Board must remove the person's name from the list.  (2009-434, s. 1.)
NC Gen Stat § 90-731 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 43 - Behavior Analyst Licensure.|§ 90-731 - Declaration of purpose.

 90-731. Declaration of purpose.The practice of behavior analysis in North Carolina affects the public health, safety, and welfare of citizens of North Carolina and shall be subject to regulation to protect the public from (i) the practice of behavior analysis by unqualified individuals and (ii) unprofessional, unethical, or harmful conduct by individuals licensed to practice behavior analysis.  (2021-22, s. 1(a).)
NC Gen Stat § 90-734 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 43 - Behavior Analyst Licensure.|§ 90-734 - Powers and duties of Board.

 90-734. Powers and duties of Board.(a) The Board shall have the following powers and duties:(1) Administer, coordinate, and enforce the provisions of this Article.(2) Adopt, amend, or repeal rules to administer and enforce this Article.(3) Establish and determine qualification and fitness of applicants for licensure under this Article.(4) Issue, renew, deny, suspend, revoke, or refuse to issue or renew any license under this Article.(5) Establish fees for applications, initial and renewal licenses, and other services provided by the Board.(6) Discipline individuals licensed under this Article.(b) The Board may empower any member to conduct any proceeding or investigation necessary to its purposes and may empower its agent or counsel to conduct any investigation necessary to its purposes, but any final action requires a quorum of the Board. The Board shall adopt an official seal, which shall be affixed to all licenses issued by it.  (2021-22, s. 1(a).)
NC Gen Stat § 90-735 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 43 - Behavior Analyst Licensure.|§ 90-735 - Annual report.

 90-735. Annual report.On June 30 of each year, the Board shall submit a report to the Governor of the Board's activities since the preceding July 1, including (i) the names of all licensed behavior analysts and licensed assistant behavior analysts to whom licenses have been granted under this Article, (ii) any cases heard and decisions rendered in matters before the Board, (iii) the recommendations of the Board as to future actions and policies, and (iv) a financial report. Each member of the Board shall review and sign the report before its submission to the Governor. Any Board member shall have the right to record a dissenting view.  (2021-22, s. 1(a).)
NC Gen Stat § 90-736 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 43 - Behavior Analyst Licensure.|§ 90-736 - License application.

 90-736. License application.(a) Each individual desiring to obtain a license under this Article shall apply to the Board in accordance with the procedure and rules prescribed by the Board. Each applicant shall furnish evidence satisfactory to the Board that the applicant meets all of the following criteria:(1) The individual is of good moral character and conducts all professional activities in accordance with accepted professional and ethical standards.(2) The individual has not engaged in any practice at any time that would be a ground for denial, revocation, or suspension of a license under G.S. 90-742.(3) The individual has submitted the required criminal history record, as required by G.S. 90-744.(4) The individual is qualified for licensure under the requirements of this Article.(b) A license obtained through fraud or by any false representation is void.  (2021-22, s. 1(a).)
NC Gen Stat § 90-737 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 43 - Behavior Analyst Licensure.|§ 90-737 - Requirements for licensure as a behavior analyst.

 90-737. Requirements for licensure as a behavior analyst.Each applicant shall be issued a license by the Board to engage in the practice of behavior analysis as a licensed behavior analyst if the applicant meets the qualifications set forth by the Board in accordance with G.S. 90-734(a) and provides satisfactory evidence to the Board of all the following criteria:(1) The applicant is at least 18 years of age.(2) The applicant has passed the certifying entity's Board Certified Behavior Analyst examination.(3) The applicant has an active status with the certifying entity as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.  (2021-22, s. 1(a).)
NC Gen Stat § 90-738 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 43 - Behavior Analyst Licensure.|§ 90-738 - Requirement of licensure as an assistant behavior analyst.

 90-738. Requirement of licensure as an assistant behavior analyst.Each applicant shall be issued a license by the Board to engage in the practice of behavior analysis as a licensed assistant behavior analyst if the applicant meets the qualifications set forth by the Board in accordance with G.S. 90-734(a) and provides satisfactory evidence to the Board of all the following criteria:(1) The applicant is at least 18 years of age.(2) The applicant has passed the certifying entity's Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst examination.(3) The applicant has an active status with the certifying entity as a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst.(4) The applicant has an ongoing arrangement for supervision by a licensed behavior analyst in a manner consistent with the certifying entity's requirements for supervision of Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts.  (2021-22, s. 1(a).)
NC Gen Stat § 90-739 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 43 - Behavior Analyst Licensure.|§ 90-739 - Renewal of license.

 90-739. Renewal of license.(a) A license shall be granted under this Article for the period of two years.(b) The Board shall renew a license granted under this Article upon completion of the following:(1) Proof of completion of any continuing education required by the certifying entity.(2) Payment of the renewal fee.(3) Evidence of active certification by the certifying entity.(4) For licensed assistant behavior analysts, evidence of the ongoing arrangement for supervision by a licensed behavior analyst, as required by G.S. 90-738.  (2021-22, s. 1(a).)
NC Gen Stat § 90-740 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 43 - Behavior Analyst Licensure.|§ 90-740 - Temporary licensure.

 90-740. Temporary licensure.(a) An actively licensed or certified behavior analyst who resides and practices behavior analysis in another state may apply to the Board for a temporary license to practice behavior analysis in this State.(b) A temporary license is available only if the behavior analysis services are to be delivered during a limited and defined period of service approved by the Board.  (2021-22, s. 1(a).)
NC Gen Stat § 90-741 (2021)
2021 North Carolina General Statutes|Chapter 90 - Medicine and Allied Occupations|Article 43 - Behavior Analyst Licensure.|§ 90-741 - Reciprocity.

 90-741. Reciprocity.(a) The Board shall issue a license to an individual who is actively licensed as a behavior analyst or assistant behavior analyst in another state that currently imposes comparable licensure requirements as those imposed by this Article and that offers reciprocity to individuals licensed under this Article.(b) Applicants for licensure by reciprocity shall submit the following items:(1) Proof of ethical compliance.(2) Proof of current licensure.(3) Proof of current certification by the certifying entity.(4) A criminal history record check as required by G.S. 90-744.(5) Any other eligibility requirement as deemed appropriate by the Board.  (2021-22, s. 1(a).)