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ID Code § 54-5503 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5503 - BOARD OF MIDWIFERY CREATED.

54-5503. BOARD OF MIDWIFERY CREATED. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] (1) There is hereby established in the division of occupational and professional licenses a board of midwifery. (2) The board shall consist of five (5) members appointed by the governor, three (3) of whom shall be licensed pursuant to this chapter, one (1) of whom shall be a licensed physician who is board-certified in either obstetrics/gynecology or family medicine, maintains current hospital privileges and has provided primary maternity care for at least twenty (20) births in the twelve (12) months prior to the appointment, and one (1) of whom shall be a member of the public with an interest in the rights of consumers of midwifery services. (3) The term of office for each board member shall be five (5) years. (4) In making appointments to the board, the governor’s selection shall not be limited to nominations he receives; however, consideration shall be given to recommendations made by the Idaho midwifery council and Idahoans for midwives. (5) The three (3) board members who are licensed midwives shall be licensed pursuant to this chapter, shall actively practice midwifery in the state of Idaho for the duration of their appointment and shall have been a practicing midwife in the state of Idaho for at least three (3) years immediately preceding their appointment. (6) In the event of the death, resignation or removal of any board member before the expiration of the term to which he is appointed, the vacancy shall be filled for the unexpired portion of the term in the same manner as the original appointment. (7) Board members shall serve at the pleasure of the governor. (8) The board shall meet at least annually and elect a chairperson, and may hold additional meetings at the call of the chairperson or at the written request of any two (2) members of the board. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum. The vote of a majority of members present at a meeting wherein a quorum is present shall determine the action of the board.  History: [(54-5503) 54-5403, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 178; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 23, p. 148; am. 2019, ch. 42, sec. 1, p. 110; am. 2021, ch. 222, sec. 40, p. 652.]
ID Code § 54-5504 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5504 - BOARD OF MIDWIFERY — POWERS AND DUTIES.

54-5504. BOARD OF MIDWIFERY — POWERS AND DUTIES. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] The board shall have the authority and the responsibility to: (1) Receive applications for licensure, determine the qualifications of persons applying for licensure, provide licenses to applicants qualified under this chapter and renew, suspend, revoke and reinstate licenses; (2) Establish and collect fees for examination of applicants, for licensure and for renewal of licenses; (3) Establish the minimum amount and type of continuing education to be required for each licensed midwife seeking renewal of the midwife’s license; (4) Investigate complaints against persons who are licensed under this chapter; (5) Undertake, when appropriate, disciplinary proceedings and disciplinary action against persons licensed under this chapter; (6) Promulgate and adopt rules, pursuant to chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code, necessary to administer this chapter. To the degree they are consistent with this chapter, rules shall be consistent with the current job description for the profession published by NARM and consistent with standards regarding the practice of midwifery established by the NACPM or a successor organization; (7) Authorize, by written agreement, the bureau of occupational licenses to act as agent in its interest; and (8) Provide such other services and perform such other functions as are consistent with this chapter and necessary to fulfill its responsibilities.  History: [(54-5504) 54-5404, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 179; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 24, p. 148.]
ID Code § 54-5506 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5506 - LICENSURE — PENALTY.

54-5506. LICENSURE — PENALTY. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] (1) The board shall grant a license to any person who submits a completed application, pays the required license fee as established by the board and meets the qualifications set forth in section 54-5507, Idaho Code. (2) All licenses issued under this chapter shall be for a term of one (1) year and shall expire on the birthday of the licensee unless renewed in the manner prescribed by rule. Except as set forth in this chapter, rules governing procedures and conditions for license renewal and reinstatement shall be in accordance with section 67-2614, Idaho Code. (3) It is a misdemeanor for any person to assume or use the title or designation "licensed midwife," "L.M." or any other title, designation, words, letters, abbreviations, sign, card or device to indicate to the public that such person is licensed to practice midwifery pursuant to this chapter unless such person is so licensed. Any person who pleads guilty to or is found guilty of a second or subsequent offense under this subsection shall be guilty of a felony. (4) Except as provided in section 54-5508, Idaho Code, it shall be a misdemeanor for any person to engage in the practice of midwifery without a license. Any person who pleads guilty to or is found guilty of a second or subsequent offense under this subsection shall be guilty of a felony.  History: [(54-5506) 54-5406, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 182; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 26, p. 152; am. 2019, ch. 42, sec. 3, p. 114.]
ID Code § 54-5507 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5507 - QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE.

54-5507. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] A person shall be eligible to be licensed as a midwife if the person: (1) Provides proof of current certification as a CPM by NARM or a successor organization; (2) Files a board-approved application for licensure and pays the required fees; and (3) Provides documentation of successful completion of board-approved MEAC accredited courses in pharmacology, the treatment of shock/IV therapy and suturing specific to midwives.  History: [(54-5507) 54-5407, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 182; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 27, p. 152; am. 2019, ch. 42, sec. 4, p. 114.]
ID Code § 54-5508 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5508 - EXEMPTIONS.

54-5508. EXEMPTIONS. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] This chapter shall not apply to any of the following: (1) Certified nurse midwives authorized under the board of nursing to practice in Idaho, unless a certified nurse midwife chooses to become a licensed midwife. Certified nurse midwives who are licensed midwives shall be subject to the provisions of chapter 14, title 54, Idaho Code, as well as to the provisions of this chapter; (2) Student midwives in training under the direct supervision of licensed midwives as required by NARM; (3) A person, in good faith, engaged in the practice of the religious tenets of any church or religious act where no fee is contemplated, charged or received, whose license to practice midwifery has not been revoked and who has not plead guilty to or been found guilty of a felony for a violation of the provisions of section 54-5506, Idaho Code; (4) A person administering a remedy, diagnostic procedure or advice as specifically directed by a physician; (5) A person rendering aid in an emergency where no fee for the service is contemplated, charged or received; (6) A person administering care to a member of such person’s family; (7) The practice of a profession by individuals who are licensed, certified or registered under other laws of this state and are performing services within the authorized scope of practice.  History: [(54-5508) 54-5408, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 183; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 28, p. 153.]
ID Code § 54-5509 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5509 - FEES.

54-5509. FEES. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] (1) All fees received under the provisions of this chapter shall be paid to the department of self-governing agencies, bureau of occupational licenses and deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund. All costs and expenses incurred under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from said fund. In no case may any salary, expense or other obligation of the board be charged against the general fund. (2) The fee for licensure may not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).  History: [(54-5509) 54-5409, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 183; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 29, p. 153.]
ID Code § 54-5510 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5510 - CLIENT PROTECTION — UNPROFESSIONAL CONDUCT.

54-5510. CLIENT PROTECTION — UNPROFESSIONAL CONDUCT. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] A licensed midwife or applicant for licensure, renewal or reinstatement may not: (1) Disregard a client’s dignity or right to privacy as to her person, condition, possessions or medical record; (2) Breach any legal requirement of confidentiality with respect to a client, unless ordered by a court of law; (3) Submit a birth certificate known by the person to be false or fraudulent, or willfully make or file false or incomplete reports or records in the practice of midwifery; (4) Fail to provide information sufficient to allow a client to give fully informed consent; (5) Engage in the practice of midwifery while impaired because of the use of alcoholic beverages or drugs; and (6) Violate any other standards of conduct as determined by the board in rules adopted for the regulation of the practice of midwifery.  History: [(54-5510) 54-5410, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 183; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 30, p. 153.]
ID Code § 54-5511 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5511 - DISCLOSURE AND RECORDKEEPING — LICENSE RENEWAL.

54-5511. DISCLOSURE AND RECORDKEEPING — LICENSE RENEWAL. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] (1) Before initiating care, a licensed midwife shall obtain a signed informed consent agreement from each client, acknowledging receipt, at minimum, of the following: (a) The licensed midwife’s training and experience; (b) Instructions for obtaining a copy of the rules adopted by the board pursuant to this chapter; (c) Instructions for obtaining a copy of the NACPM essential documents and NARM job description; (d) Instructions for filing complaints with the board; (e) Notice of whether or not the licensed midwife has professional liability insurance coverage; (f) A written protocol for emergencies, including hospital transport that is specific to each individual client; (g) A description of the procedures, benefits and risks of home birth, primarily those conditions that may arise during delivery; and (h) Any other information required by board rule. (2) All licensed midwives shall maintain a record of all signed informed consent agreements for each client for a minimum of nine (9) years after the last day of care for such client. (3) Before providing care for a client who has a history of disorders, diagnoses, conditions or symptoms identified in section 54-5505(1)(e)(ii), Idaho Code, the licensed midwife shall provide written notice to the client that the client shall obtain care from a physician licensed pursuant to chapter 18, title 54, Idaho Code, as a condition to her eligibility to obtain maternity care from the licensed midwife. Before providing care for a client who has a history of disorders, diagnoses, conditions or symptoms identified in section 54-5505(1)(e)(iii), Idaho Code, or who has had a previous cesarean section, the licensed midwife shall provide written notice to the client that the client is advised to consult with a physician licensed pursuant to chapter 18, title 54, Idaho Code, during her pregnancy. The midwife shall obtain the client’s signed acknowledgment of receipt of said notice. (4) Any licensed midwife submitting an application to renew a license shall compile and submit to the board complete practice data for the calendar year preceding the date of the application. Such information shall be provided in form and content as prescribed by rule of the board and shall include, but not be limited to: (a) The number of clients to whom care has been provided by the licensed midwife; (b) The number of deliveries performed by the licensed midwife; (c) The apgar scores of the infants delivered by the licensed midwife; (d) The number of prenatal transfers; (e) The number of transfers during labor, delivery and immediately following birth; (f) Any perinatal deaths; and (g) Other morbidity statistics as required by the board.  History: [(54-5511) 54-5411, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 183; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 31, p. 154; am. 2019, ch. 42, sec. 5, p. 115.]
ID Code § 54-5512 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5512 - IMMUNE FROM VICARIOUS LIABILITY.

54-5512. IMMUNE FROM VICARIOUS LIABILITY. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] No physician, hospital, emergency room personnel, emergency medical technician or ambulance personnel shall be liable in any civil action arising out of any injury resulting from an act or omission of a licensed midwife, even if the health care provider has consulted with or accepted a referral from the licensed midwife. A physician who consults with a licensed midwife but who does not examine or treat a client of the midwife shall not be deemed to have created a physician-patient relationship with such client.  History: [(54-5512) 54-5412, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 184; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 32, p. 154.]
ID Code § 54-5513 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 55 - MIDWIFERY|Section 54-5513 - SEVERABILITY.

54-5513. SEVERABILITY. [EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2024] The provisions of this chapter are hereby declared to be severable and if any provision of this chapter or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance is declared invalid for any reason, such declaration shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this chapter.  History: [(54-5513) 54-5413, added 2009, ch. 65, sec. 1, p. 184; am. and redesig. 2010, ch. 79, sec. 33, p. 155.]
ID Code § 54-5601 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 56 - GENETIC COUNSELORS|Section 54-5601 - SHORT TITLE.

54-5601. SHORT TITLE. This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Genetic Counselors Licensing Act."  History: [54-5601, added 2015, ch. 128, sec. 1, p. 322.]
ID Code § 54-5602 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 56 - GENETIC COUNSELORS|Section 54-5602 - DEFINITIONS.

54-5602. DEFINITIONS. As used in this chapter: (1) "ABGC" means the American board of genetic counseling, inc., its successor or equivalent. (2) "ABMG" means the American board of medical genetics, its successor or equivalent. (3) "ACS" means active candidate status conferred by the American board of genetic counseling. (4) "Board" means the genetic counselors licensing board. (5) "Bureau" means the bureau of occupational licenses. (6) "Certification" means the voluntary process by which a nongovernmental agency grants recognition and use of a credential to individuals who have met predetermined and standardized criteria. (7) "Certification examination" means the certification examination for genetic counselors administered by a certifying agency approved by the board. (8) "CEU" means continuing education unit as defined by the board by rule. (9) "Code of ethics" means the current code of ethics adopted by the board. (10) "Genetic counseling" means performing acts of a genetic counselor as described in section 54-5603, Idaho Code. (11) "Genetic counselor" means an individual who is licensed under this chapter to engage in the practice of genetic counseling. (12) "Licensed physician" means a person holding a license issued under chapter 18, title 54, Idaho Code. (13) "NSGC" means the national society of genetic counselors, its successor or equivalent. (14) "Person" means an individual and does not mean an association of individuals or a legal entity.  History: [54-5602, added 2015, ch. 128, sec. 1, p. 322.]
ID Code § 54-5603 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 56 - GENETIC COUNSELORS|Section 54-5603 - SCOPE OF PRACTICE.

54-5603. SCOPE OF PRACTICE. A licensed genetic counselor may perform the following acts as a genetic counselor: (1) Obtain and evaluate individual, family and medical histories to determine genetic risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases in a patient, his offspring and other family members; (2) Discuss the features, natural history, means of diagnosis, genetic and environmental factors and management of risk for genetic medical conditions and diseases; (3) Identify and coordinate genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies as appropriate for the genetic assessment; (4) Integrate genetic laboratory test results and other diagnostic studies with personal and family medical history to assess and communicate risk factors for genetic medical conditions and diseases; (5) Explain the clinical implications of genetic laboratory tests, other diagnostic studies and results; (6) Evaluate the client’s or family’s responses to the condition or risk of recurrence and provide client-centered counseling and anticipatory guidance; (7) Identify and utilize community resources that provide medical, educational, financial and psychosocial support and advocacy; and (8) Provide written documentation of medical, genetic and counseling information for families and health care professionals.  History: [54-5603, added 2015, ch. 128, sec. 1, p. 323.]
ID Code § 54-5604 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 56 - GENETIC COUNSELORS|Section 54-5604 - EXEMPTIONS FOR LICENSURE.

54-5604. EXEMPTIONS FOR LICENSURE. The provisions of this act shall not apply to the following: (1) Any person who is not a genetic counselor but is licensed under title 54, Idaho Code, acting within the scope of his profession and doing work of a nature consistent with his training, provided that he does not represent himself by any title or practice description prohibited by section 54-5605; (2) Any person employed as a genetic counselor by the federal government or an agency thereof if such person provides genetic counseling services solely under the direction and control of the organization by which he is employed; (3) A student enrolled in an ABGC-accredited genetic counseling educational program if genetic counseling services performed by the student are an integral part of the student’s course of study and are performed under the direct supervision of a licensed genetic counselor assigned to supervise the student; (4) An employee of a facility licensed under the provisions of chapter 13, title 39, Idaho Code, who is designated in writing to be responsible for that facility’s genetic counseling program and who receives regular consultation from a licensed genetic counselor; and (5) Any person who holds a license to practice medicine and surgery, osteopathic medicine and surgery, or osteopathic medicine under chapter 18, title 54, Idaho Code, provided that he does not represent himself as a licensed genetic counselor.  History: [54-5604, added 2015, ch. 128, sec. 1, p. 323.]
ID Code § 54-5605 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 56 - GENETIC COUNSELORS|Section 54-5605 - GENETIC COUNSELOR LICENSE REQUIRED.

54-5605. GENETIC COUNSELOR LICENSE REQUIRED. Effective July 1, 2016, a license shall be required to engage in the practice of genetic counseling. No person shall hold himself out as a genetic counselor unless he is licensed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. No person who is not so licensed may use in connection with his name or place of business the title genetic counselor, licensed genetic counselor, gene counselor, genetic consultant, genetic associate or any words, letters, abbreviations or insignia indicating or implying that a person holds a genetic counselor license unless such person holds a genetic counselor license.  History: [54-5605, added 2015, ch. 128, sec. 1, p. 324.]
ID Code § 54-5606 (2021)
2021 Idaho Code|Title 54 - PROFESSIONS, VOCATIONS, AND BUSINESSES|Chapter 56 - GENETIC COUNSELORS|Section 54-5606 - BOARD — ORGANIZATION AND MEETINGS.

54-5606. BOARD — ORGANIZATION AND MEETINGS. (1) There is hereby established in the division of occupational and professional licenses the genetic counselors licensing board. (2) The board shall consist of four (4) members, two (2) of whom shall be fully licensed genetic counselors, one (1) of whom shall be a licensed physician and one (1) of whom shall be a member of the public with an interest in the rights of consumers of genetic counseling services. All board members shall be residents of this state. (3) Initial appointments to the board shall be for the following terms: one (1) genetic counselor member shall serve a term of one (1) year; one (1) genetic counselor member shall serve a term of two (2) years; and the physician member shall serve a term of three (3) years. Thereafter, the term of office for each member of the board shall be three (3) years. (4) Board members shall be appointed by the governor and shall serve at the pleasure of the governor. (5) Each genetic counselor member of the board shall: (a) Except for the initial appointments, be currently licensed and in good standing to engage in the practice of genetic counseling in this state. The initial genetic counselor members of the board must meet the qualifications for licensure under this act; (b) At the time of appointment have been actively engaged in the practice of genetic counseling for at least one (1) year of the last five (5) years; and (c) Be certified by the ABGC, ABMG or NSGC. (6) In the event of the death, resignation or removal of any board member before the expiration of the term to which the member is appointed, the vacancy shall be filled for the unexpired portion of the term in the same manner as the original appointment. (7) The board shall meet annually and at such times as deemed necessary and advisable by the chairman, or by a majority of its members, or by the governor. Notice of all meetings shall be given in the manner prescribed by rule. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum at any meeting or hearing. (8) Members of the board shall be reimbursed for expenses as provided in section 59-509(b), Idaho Code.  History: [54-5606, added 2015, ch. 128, sec. 1, p. 324; am. 2016, ch. 340, sec. 46, p. 965; am. 2021, ch. 222, sec. 41, p. 653.]