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MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  1A-315 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 1A - Acupuncturists|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 1A-315 - Investigation and Examination

    (a)    While investigating an allegation against a licensee under this title, the Board may require the licensee to submit to an appropriate examination by a health care provider designated by the Board if the Board has reason to believe that the licensee may cause harm to a person.    (b)    In return for the privilege given to a licensee to practice acupuncture in the State, the licensee is deemed to have:        (1)    Consented to submit to an examination under this section, if requested by the Board in writing; and        (2)    Waived any claim of privilege as to the testimony or report of a health care provider who examines the licensee.    (c)    The failure or refusal of the licensee to submit to an examination required under this section is prima facie evidence of the licensee’s inability to practice acupuncture competently, unless the Board finds that the failure or refusal was beyond the control of the licensee.    (d)    The Board shall pay the cost of any examination made under this section.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  1A-401 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 1A - Acupuncturists|Subtitle 4 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties|Section 1A-401 - Practicing Without License

    Except as provided in this title, a person may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice acupuncture in this State unless licensed by the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  1A-402 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 1A - Acupuncturists|Subtitle 4 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties|Section 1A-402 - Misrepresentation

    (a)    Unless authorized to practice acupuncture under this title, a person may not represent to the public, by description of services, methods, or procedures, or otherwise, that the person is authorized to practice acupuncture in this State.    (b)    Unless authorized to practice acupuncture under this title, a person may not use the words or terms “acupuncturist”, “licensed acupuncturist”, “L.Ac.”, or any other words, letters, or symbols with the intent to represent that the person is authorized to practice acupuncture.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  1A-403 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 1A - Acupuncturists|Subtitle 4 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties|Section 1A-403 - Penalties

    (a)    A person who violates any provision of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or both.    (b)    A person who violates § 1A–401 or § 1A–402 of this subtitle is subject to a civil fine not to exceed $50,000 to be assessed by the Board in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  1A-501 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 1A - Acupuncturists|Subtitle 5 - Short Title; Termination of Title|Section 1A-501 - Short Title

    This title may be cited as the “Maryland Acupuncture Act”.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  1A-502 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 1A - Acupuncturists|Subtitle 5 - Short Title; Termination of Title|Section 1A-502 - Termination of Title

    Subject to the evaluation and reestablishment provisions of the Maryland Program Evaluation Act, this title and all rules and regulations adopted under this title shall terminate and be of no effect after July 1, 2025.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-102 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 1 - Definitions; General Provisions|Section 2-102 - Scope of Title

    (a)    This title applies to an individual who practices audiology, hearing aid dispensing, or speech–language pathology, or assists in the practice of speech–language pathology in the State.    (b)    This title does not:        (1)    Limit the right of an individual to practice a health occupation that the individual is authorized to practice under this article;        (2)    Prohibit an individual from practicing any other profession that the individual is authorized to practice under the laws of this State; or        (3)    Limit the right of a physician who is authorized to practice medicine under the laws of the State to treat the human ear or fit hearing aids.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-201 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Section 2-201 - Board Established

    There is a State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, and Speech-Language Pathologists in the Department.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-203 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Section 2-203 - Officers

    (a)    From among its members, the Board annually shall elect a chairman.    (b)    The Board shall determine:        (1)    The manner of election of officers; and        (2)    The duties of each officer.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-204 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Section 2-204 - Quorum; Meetings; Compensation; Staff

    (a)    A majority of the members currently serving on the Board, with at least 1 member of each profession regulated under the provisions of this title being present, is a quorum to do business.    (b)    The Board shall meet at least once a year, at the times and places that it determines.    (c)    In accordance with the budget of the Board, each member of the Board is entitled to:        (1)    Compensation, at a rate determined by the Board, for each day on which the member is engaged in the duties of the member’s office; and        (2)    Reimbursement for expenses at a rate determined by the Board.    (d)    The Board may employ a staff in accordance with the budget of the Board.    (e)    The Board shall appoint an executive director who:        (1)    Shall serve at the pleasure of the Board;        (2)    Is the executive officer of the Board; and        (3)    Has the powers and duties assigned by the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-205 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Section 2-205 - Miscellaneous Powers and Duties

    In addition to the powers and duties set forth elsewhere in this title, the Board has the following powers and duties:        (1)    To adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this title;        (2)    To adopt and publish codes of ethics for the practices of audiology, hearing aid dispensing, and speech–language pathology, and the assistance in the practice of speech–language pathology;        (3)    To adopt an official seal;        (4)    To hold hearings and keep records and minutes necessary for the orderly conduct of business;        (5)    To issue a list annually of the names of all individuals licensed by the Board;        (6)    To send any notice that the Board is required to give to a licensee under this title to the last known address given to the Board by the licensee; and        (7)    To adopt regulations governing the use of telehealth communications by audiologists, hearing aid dispensers, and speech–language pathologists.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-205.1 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Section 2-205.1 - Licensee Examinations During Investigations

    (a)    While investigating an allegation against a licensee under this title, the Board may require the licensee to submit to an appropriate examination by a health care provider designated by the Board if the Board has reason to believe that the licensee may cause harm to a person affected by the licensee’s practice of audiology, hearing aid dispensing, or speech–language pathology, or assistance in the practice of speech–language pathology.    (b)    In return for the privilege given to a licensee to practice audiology, hearing aid dispensing, or speech–language pathology, or assist in the practice of speech–language pathology in the State, the licensee is deemed to have:        (1)    Consented to submit to an examination under this section, if requested by the Board in writing; and        (2)    Waived any claim of privilege as to the testimony or reports of a health care provider who examines the licensee.    (c)    The failure or refusal of the licensee to submit to an examination required under subsection (b) of this section is prima facie evidence of the licensee’s inability to practice audiology, hearing aid dispensing, or speech–language pathology, or assist in the practice of speech–language pathology competently, unless the Board finds that the failure or refusal was beyond the control of the licensee.    (d)    The Board shall pay the cost of any examination made under this section.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-206 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Section 2-206 - State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists Fund -- Establishment of Fees; Expenses; Disposition of Funds

    (a)    There is a State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, and Speech-Language Pathologists Fund.    (b)    (1)    The Board may set reasonable fees for the issuance and renewal of licenses and its other services.        (2)    The fees charged shall be set so as to produce funds to approximate the cost of maintaining the Board.        (3)    Funds to cover the compensation and expenses of the Board members shall be generated by fees set under this section.    (c)    In accordance with the budget of the Board, the Board may pay expenses incurred in carrying out the provisions of this title.    (d)    (1)    The Board shall pay all funds collected under this title to the Comptroller of the State.        (2)    The Comptroller shall distribute the fees to the State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, and Speech-Language Pathologists Fund.    (e)    (1)    The Fund shall be used to cover the actual documented direct and indirect costs of fulfilling the statutory and regulatory duties of the Board as provided by the provisions of this article.        (2)    The Fund is a continuing, nonlapsing fund, not subject to § 7-302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.        (3)    Any unspent portions of the Fund may not be transferred or revert to the General Fund of the State, but shall remain in the Fund to be used for the purposes specified in this article.        (4)    No other State money may be used to support the Fund.    (f)    (1)    A designee of the Board shall administer the Fund.        (2)    Moneys in the Fund may be expended only for any lawful purpose authorized under the provisions of this article.    (g)    The Legislative Auditor shall audit the accounts and transactions of the Fund as provided in § 2-1220 of the State Government Article.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-207 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Section 2-207 - Good Faith Exemption From Civil Liability

    A person shall have immunity from the liability described under § 5–703 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article for giving information to the Board or otherwise participating in its activities.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-301 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 2-301 - License Required; Exceptions

    (a)    (1)    Except as otherwise provided in this title, an individual shall be licensed by the Board before the individual may practice audiology, hearing aid dispensing, or speech–language pathology, or assist in the practice of speech–language pathology in this State.        (2)    On or after October 1, 2007, an individual hired by a Maryland local public school system, State–approved nonpublic school for handicapped children, or chartered educational institution of the State to practice speech–language pathology or assist in the practice of speech–language pathology, shall be licensed by the Board.    (b)    (1)    This section does not apply:            (i)    To an individual employed by any agency of the federal government performing the duties of that employment;            (ii)    To an individual continuously employed to practice audiology since June 30, 1988 by a county public school system, a State approved nonpublic school for handicapped children, a chartered institution of the State, or the State Department of Education while performing the duties of that employment;            (iii)    To an individual employed by a Maryland local public school system, State approved nonpublic school for handicapped children, or chartered educational institution of the State or the State Department of Education to practice speech–language pathology continuously since on or before September 30, 2007, while performing the duties of that employment;            (iv)    To a student or trainee in audiology or speech–language pathology while pursuing a supervised course of study at an accredited university or college or a recognized training center while the student is obtaining clinical practicum hours;            (v)    To a volunteer while working in free speech and hearing screening programs; or            (vi)    To an individual licensed to practice audiology or speech–language pathology in another state or a foreign country while the individual:                1.    Provides a clinical demonstration at a training or an educational event in the State; or                2.    Receives clinical training at a training or an educational event in the State.        (2)    The Board may allow an audiologist, hearing aid dispenser, speech–language pathologist, or speech–language pathology assistant licensed in another state to practice audiology, hearing aid dispensing, or speech–language pathology, or assist in the practice of speech–language pathology in this State without a license if the audiologist, hearing aid dispenser, speech–language pathologist, or speech–language pathology assistant has a completed application for a license pending before the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-302 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 2-302 - Qualifications -- Audiologists

    (a)    To qualify for a license to practice audiology, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.    (b)    The applicant shall be of good moral character.    (c)    The applicant shall:        (1)    On or before September 30, 2007:            (i)    Hold a master’s or doctoral degree in audiology from an accredited educational institution which incorporates the academic course work and the minimum hours of supervised clinical training required by the regulations adopted by the Board; and            (ii)    Have completed the period of supervised postgraduate professional practice in audiology as specified by the regulations adopted by the Board;        (2)    On or after October 1, 2007, hold a doctoral degree in audiology from an accredited educational institution which incorporates the academic course work and the minimum hours of supervised clinical training required by the regulations adopted by the Board; or        (3)    Qualify for a license under § 2–305 of this subtitle.    (d)    Except as otherwise provided in this title, the applicant shall:        (1)    Pass an examination in audiology required by the regulations adopted by the Board; and        (2)    Complete training consistent with the standards established by:            (i)    The Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education; or            (ii)    The Counsel of Academic Accreditation.    (e)    The applicant shall demonstrate oral competency.    (f)    The applicant shall submit to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 2–303.1 of this subtitle.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-302.1 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 2-302.1 - Qualifications -- Hearing Aid Dispensers

    (a)    On or after January 1, 2008, to qualify for an initial license to practice hearing aid dispensing, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.    (b)    The applicant shall be of good moral character.    (c)    The applicant shall:        (1)    Be a graduate of an accredited 2–year postsecondary program with a diploma or degree; and        (2)    Prior to taking the State licensing examination, provide proof of successful completion of the International Hearing Society Curriculum entitled “Distance Learning For Professionals in Hearing Health Sciences” or an equivalent course approved by the Board.    (d)    (1)    Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the applicant shall pass an examination given by the Board under this subtitle.        (2)    Except for an applicant who holds a valid license to provide hearing aid dispenser services in another state, the applicant shall obtain 6 months’ training under the supervision of a licensed hearing aid dispenser or licensed audiologist prior to taking the examination given by the Board.    (e)    The applicant shall demonstrate oral competency.    (f)    The applicant shall submit to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 2–303.1 of this subtitle.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-302.2 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 2-302.2 - Qualifications -- Speech-Language Pathologists

    (a)    To qualify for a license to practice speech–language pathology, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.    (b)    The applicant shall be of good moral character.    (c)    The applicant shall:        (1)    Hold a master’s degree in the area of speech–language pathology from an educational institution which incorporates the academic course work and the minimum hours of supervised training required by the regulations adopted by the Board; and        (2)    Have completed the period of supervised postgraduate professional practice in speech–language pathology as specified by the regulations adopted by the Board.    (d)    Except as otherwise provided in this title, the applicant shall pass an examination in speech–language pathology as required by regulations adopted by the Board.    (e)    The applicant shall demonstrate oral competency.    (f)    The applicant shall submit to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 2–303.1 of this subtitle.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-302.3 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 2-302.3 - Qualifications -- Assisting Speech-Language Pathologist

    (a)    To qualify for a license to assist in the practice of speech–language pathology, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.    (b)    The applicant shall:        (1)    Be of good moral character;        (2)    Hold a baccalaureate degree in speech–language pathology or communication sciences and disorders from an accredited institution or other degree as provided for in regulations adopted by the Board;        (3)    Have successfully completed the clinical observation hours and supervised clinical assisting experience hours required by the regulations adopted by the Board;        (4)    After a period of supervised practice by a licensed speech–language pathologist, have successfully completed a competency skills checklist as provided for in regulations adopted by the Board;        (5)    Demonstrate oral competency; and        (6)    Submit to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 2–303.1 of this subtitle.    (c)    The Board may waive any of the qualifications required under this section as provided for in regulations adopted by the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  2-303 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 2 - Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 2-303 - Applications for Licenses

    To apply for a license, an applicant shall:        (1)    Submit an application to the Board on the form that the Board requires;        (2)    Pay to the Board the application fee set by the Board; and        (3)    Submit satisfactory evidence of having completed a State and national criminal history records check in accordance with § 2–303.1 of this subtitle.