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IA Code § 148E.2 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148E - ACUPUNCTURE|Section 148E.2 - License required — renewal.

148E.2 License required — renewal.   1. In order to obtain a license to practice acupuncture, an applicant shall present evidence to the board of all of the following:   a. Current active status as a diplomate in acupuncture of the national commission for the certification of acupuncturists.   b. Successful completion of a three-year postsecondary training program or acupuncture college program which is accredited by, in candidacy for accreditation by, or which meets the standards of the accreditation commission for acupuncture and oriental medicine.   c. Successful completion of a course in clean needle technique approved by the national certification commission for acupuncture and oriental medicine.   2. Notwithstanding subsection 1, a license to practice acupuncture shall be granted by the board to a resident of this state who has successfully completed an acupuncture degree program approved by the board, or an apprenticeship or tutorial program approved by the board, on or before July 1, 2001.   3. A license granted pursuant to this section shall be renewed every two years. Renewal shall require evidence of current active membership in the national commission for the certification of acupuncturists.  93 Acts, ch 86, §2; 2000 Acts, ch 1053, §6; 2016 Acts, ch 1011, §36  Referred to in §148E.6
IA Code § 148E.3 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148E - ACUPUNCTURE|Section 148E.3 - Scope of chapter.

148E.3 Scope of chapter.   This chapter does not apply to the following:   1. A person otherwise licensed to practice medicine and surgery, osteopathic medicine and surgery, chiropractic, podiatry, or dentistry who is exclusively engaged in the practice of the person’s profession.   2. A student practicing acupuncture under the direct supervision of a licensed acupuncturist as part of a course of study approved by the board.  93 Acts, ch 86, §3; 2000 Acts, ch 1053, §7; 2000 Acts, ch 1232, §49; 2008 Acts, ch 1088, §141
IA Code § 148E.4 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148E - ACUPUNCTURE|Section 148E.4 - Standard of care.

148E.4 Standard of care.   A person licensed under this chapter shall be held to the same standard of care as a person licensed to practice medicine and surgery or osteopathic medicine and surgery.  93 Acts, ch 86, §4; 2000 Acts, ch 1053, §8; 2008 Acts, ch 1088, §141
IA Code § 148E.5 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148E - ACUPUNCTURE|Section 148E.5 - Use and disposal of needles.

148E.5 Use and disposal of needles.   An acupuncturist shall use only presterilized, disposable needles, and shall provide for adequate disposal of used needles.  93 Acts, ch 86, §5; 2000 Acts, ch 1053, §9
IA Code § 148E.6 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148E - ACUPUNCTURE|Section 148E.6 - Display of certificate and disclosure of information to patients.

148E.6 Display of certificate and disclosure of information to patients.   An acupuncturist shall display the license issued pursuant to section 148E.2 in a conspicuous place in the acupuncturist’s place of business. An acupuncturist shall provide to each patient upon initial contact with the patient the following information in written form:   1. The name, business address, and business telephone number of the acupuncturist.   2. A fee schedule.   3. A listing of the acupuncturist’s education, experience, degrees, certificates, or credentials related to acupuncture awarded by professional acupuncture organizations, the length of time required to obtain the degrees or credentials, and experience.   4. A statement indicating any license, certificate, or registration in a health care occupation which was revoked by any local, state, or national health care agency.   5. A statement that the acupuncturist is complying with statutes and rules adopted by the board, including a statement that only presterilized, disposable needles are used by the acupuncturist.   6. A statement indicating that the practice of acupuncture is regulated by the board.   7. A statement indicating that a license to practice acupuncture does not authorize a person to practice medicine and surgery in this state, and that the services of an acupuncturist must not be regarded as diagnosis and treatment by a person licensed to practice medicine and must not be regarded as medical opinion or advice.  93 Acts, ch 86, §6; 2000 Acts, ch 1053, §10  Referred to in §148E.8
IA Code § 148E.7 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148E - ACUPUNCTURE|Section 148E.7 - Duties of board.

148E.7 Duties of board.   The board shall adopt rules consistent with this chapter and chapter 147 which are necessary for the performance of its duties.  93 Acts, ch 86, §7; 2000 Acts, ch 1053, §11
IA Code § 148E.8 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148E - ACUPUNCTURE|Section 148E.8 - License revocation or suspension.

148E.8 License revocation or suspension.   In addition to the grounds for revocation or suspension referred to in section 147.55, a license to practice acupuncture shall be revoked or suspended when the acupuncturist is guilty of any of the following acts or offenses:   1. Failure to provide information as required in section 148E.6 or provision of false information to patients.   2. Acceptance of remuneration for referral of a patient to other health professionals.   3. Offering of or giving of remuneration for the referral of patients, not including paid advertisements or marketing services.   4. Failure to comply with this chapter, rules adopted pursuant to this chapter, or applicable provisions of chapter 147.   5. Engaging in sexual activity or genital contact with a patient while acting or purporting to act within the scope of practice, whether or not the patient consented to the sexual activity or genital contact.   6. Disclosure of confidential information regarding the patient.  93 Acts, ch 86, §8; 2000 Acts, ch 1053, §12
IA Code § 148E.9 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148E - ACUPUNCTURE|Section 148E.9 - Accident and health insurance coverage.

148E.9 Accident and health insurance coverage.   This chapter shall not be construed to require accident and health insurance coverage for acupuncture services under an existing or future contract or policy for insurance issued or issued for delivery in this state, unless otherwise provided by the contract or policy.  93 Acts, ch 86, §9; 2000 Acts, ch 1053, §13
IA Code § 148F.1 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148F - ORTHOTICS, PROSTHETICS, AND PEDORTHICS|Section 148F.1 - Title and purpose.

148F.1 Title and purpose.   1. This chapter may be cited and referred to as the “Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics Practice Act”.   2. The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the regulation of persons offering orthotic, prosthetic, and pedorthic services to the public in order to safeguard the public health, safety, and welfare.  2012 Acts, ch 1101, §13
IA Code § 148F.3 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148F - ORTHOTICS, PROSTHETICS, AND PEDORTHICS|Section 148F.3 - Duties of the board.

148F.3 Duties of the board.   The board shall administer this chapter. The board’s duties shall include but are not limited to the following:   1. Adoption of rules to administer and interpret this chapter, chapter 147, and chapter 272C with respect to the education and licensing of orthotists, prosthetists, and pedorthists.   2. Adoption of rules to establish accepted standards of orthotic and prosthetic scope of practice, including the classification of devices and supervision of nonlicensed caregivers. Any changes to the nationally accepted standards by the American board for certification in orthotics, prosthetics and pedorthics which impact scope of practice may be approved by the board along with the adoption of rules as required in this section.   3. Adoption of rules relating to professional conduct and licensing and the establishment of ethical and professional standards of practice.   4. Acting on matters concerning licensure and the process of applying for, granting, suspending, imposing supervisory or probationary conditions upon, reinstating, revoking, or renewing a license.   5. Establishing and collecting licensure fees as provided in section 147.80.   6. Developing continuing education requirements as a condition of license renewal.   7. Evaluating requirements for licensure in other states to determine if reciprocity may be granted.   8. Adoption of rules providing temporary licensing for persons providing orthotic, prosthetic, and pedorthic care in this state prior to the effective date of this Act. A temporary license is good for no more than one year.  2012 Acts, ch 1101, §15
IA Code § 148F.4 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148F - ORTHOTICS, PROSTHETICS, AND PEDORTHICS|Section 148F.4 - Persons and practices not affected.

148F.4 Persons and practices not affected.   This chapter does not prevent or restrict the practice, services, or activities of any of the following:   1. A person licensed in this state by any other law from engaging in the profession or occupation for which the person is licensed, including but not limited to persons set out in section 147.1, subsections 3 and 6.   2. A person employed as an orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics practitioner by the government of the United States if that person practices solely under the direction or control of the organization by which the person is employed.   3. A person pursuing a course of study leading to a degree or certificate in orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics in an educational program accredited or approved according to rules adopted by the board, if the activities and services constitute a part of a supervised course of study and the person is designated by a title which clearly indicates the person’s status as a student, resident, or trainee.  2012 Acts, ch 1101, §16
IA Code § 148F.5 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148F - ORTHOTICS, PROSTHETICS, AND PEDORTHICS|Section 148F.5 - Qualifications for licensure as orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist.

148F.5 Qualifications for licensure as orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist.   1. To qualify for a license to practice orthotics or prosthetics, a person shall meet the following requirements:   a. Possess a baccalaureate degree from a college or university.   b. Have completed the amount of formal training, including but not limited to an orthotic and prosthetic education program, and clinical practice established and approved by the board.   c. Complete a clinical residency in the professional area for which a license is sought in accordance with standards, guidelines, or procedures for residencies established and approved by the board. The majority of training must be devoted to services performed under the supervision of a licensed practitioner of orthotics or prosthetics or a person certified as a certified orthotist, certified prosthetist, or certified prosthetist orthotist whose practice is located outside the state.   d. Pass all written, practical, and oral examinations that are required and approved by the board.   e. Be qualified to practice in accordance with accepted standards of orthotic and prosthetic care as established by the board.   2. To qualify for a license to practice pedorthics, a person shall meet the following requirements:   a. Submit proof of a high school diploma or its equivalent.   b. Have completed the amount of formal training, including but not limited to a pedorthic education program, and clinical practice established and approved by the board.   c. Complete a qualified clinical experience program in pedorthics that has a minimum of one thousand hours of pedorthic patient care experience in accordance with any standards, guidelines, or procedures established and approved by the board. The majority of training must be devoted to services performed under the supervision of a licensed orthotist or licensed practitioner of pedorthics or a person certified as a certified pedorthist whose practice is located outside the state.   d. Pass all examinations that are required and approved by the board.   e. Be qualified to practice in accordance with accepted standards of pedorthic care as established by the board.   3. The standards and requirements for licensure established by the board shall be substantially equal to or in excess of standards commonly accepted in the professions of orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics, as applicable. The board shall adopt rules as necessary to set the standards and requirements.   4. A person may be licensed in more than one discipline.  2012 Acts, ch 1101, §17; 2013 Acts, ch 32, §5  Referred to in §148F.9
IA Code § 148F.6 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148F - ORTHOTICS, PROSTHETICS, AND PEDORTHICS|Section 148F.6 - Assistants and technicians.

148F.6 Assistants and technicians.   1. a. A person shall not work as an assistant to an orthotist or prosthetist or provide fabrication of orthoses or prostheses unless the work or fabrication is performed under the supervision of a licensed orthotist or licensed prosthetist. A person shall not provide patient care services regulated by this chapter unless provided under the supervision of a licensed orthotist or licensed prosthetist.   b. An assistant may perform orthotic or prosthetic procedures and related tasks in the management of patient care. An assistant may also fabricate, repair, and maintain orthoses and prostheses.   2. A technician may assist a person licensed under this chapter with fabrication of orthoses, prostheses, or pedorthic devices but shall not provide direct patient care.  2012 Acts, ch 1101, §18; 2014 Acts, ch 1042, §1
IA Code § 148F.7 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148F - ORTHOTICS, PROSTHETICS, AND PEDORTHICS|Section 148F.7 - Limitation on provision of care and services.

148F.7 Limitation on provision of care and services.   A licensed orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist may provide care or services only if the care or services are provided pursuant to an order from a licensed physician, a licensed podiatric physician, an advanced registered nurse practitioner licensed pursuant to chapter 152 or 152E, or a physician assistant who has been delegated the authority to order the services of an orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist by the assistant’s supervising physician.  2012 Acts, ch 1101, §19; 2013 Acts, ch 32, §6
IA Code § 148F.8 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148F - ORTHOTICS, PROSTHETICS, AND PEDORTHICS|Section 148F.8 - Penalties.

148F.8 Penalties.   1. If any person, company, or other entity violates a provision of this chapter, the attorney general may petition for an order enjoining the violation or for an order enforcing compliance with this chapter. Upon the filing of a verified petition in court, the court may issue a temporary restraining order, without notice or bond, and may preliminarily and permanently enjoin the violation. If it is established that the person, company, or other entity has violated or is violating the injunction, the court may punish the offender for contempt of court. Proceedings under this section shall be in addition to, and not in lieu of, all other remedies and penalties provided in this chapter.   2. If a person practices as an orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist or represents the person as such without being licensed under the provisions of this chapter, then any other licensed orthotist, pedorthist, or prosthetist, any interested party, or any person injured by the person may petition for relief as provided in subsection 1.   3. If a company or other entity holds itself out to provide orthotic, prosthetic, or pedorthic services without having an orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist licensed under the provisions of this chapter on its staff to provide those services, then any other licensed orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist or any interested party or injured person may petition for relief as provided in subsection 1.  2012 Acts, ch 1101, §20
IA Code § 148F.9 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148F - ORTHOTICS, PROSTHETICS, AND PEDORTHICS|Section 148F.9 - Transition period.

148F.9 Transition period.   1. Through June 30, 2014, a person certified as an orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist by the American board for certification in orthotics, prosthetics, and pedorthics, incorporated, or holding similar certification from other accrediting bodies, may apply for and may be issued an initial license to practice orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics under the provisions of this chapter without meeting the requirements of section 148F.5, upon proof of current certification in good standing and payment of the required licensure fees.   2. Through June 30, 2014, a person not certified as described in subsection 1 who has practiced continuously for at least thirty hours per week on average for at least five of seven years in an accredited and bonded facility as an orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist may file an application with the board to continue to practice orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics. The practice described under this subsection shall only be required to have been performed in an accredited and bonded facility if the facility is required to be accredited and bonded by Medicare. The five years of continuous practice must occur between July 1, 2007, and July 1, 2014. A person applying under this subsection may be issued an initial license to practice orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics under the provisions of this chapter without meeting the requirements of section 148F.5, upon payment of the licensure fees required by the department and after the board has reviewed the application.   3. On or after July 1, 2014, an applicant for licensure as an orthotist, prosthetist, or pedorthist shall meet the requirements of section 148F.5.   4. The board shall adopt rules to administer this section.  2013 Acts, ch 32, §7
IA Code § 148G.2 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148G - POLYSOMNOGRAPHY|Section 148G.2 - Practice of polysomnography.

148G.2 Practice of polysomnography.   The practice of polysomnography consists of but is not limited to the following tasks as performed for the purpose of polysomnography, under the general supervision of a licensed physician or qualified health care professional prescriber:   1. Monitoring, recording, and evaluating physiologic data during polysomnographic testing and review during the evaluation of sleep-related disorders, including sleep-related respiratory disturbances, by applying any of the following techniques, equipment, or procedures:   a. Noninvasive continuous, bilevel positive airway pressure, or adaptive servo-ventilation titration on spontaneously breathing patients using a mask or oral appliance; provided, that the mask or oral appliance does not extend into the trachea or attach to an artificial airway.   b. Supplemental low-flow oxygen therapy of less than six liters per minute, utilizing a nasal cannula or incorporated into a positive airway pressure device during a polysomnogram.   c. Capnography during a polysomnogram.   d. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.   e. Pulse oximetry.   f. Gastroesophageal pH monitoring.   g. Esophageal pressure monitoring.   h. Sleep stage recording using surface electroencephalography, surface electrooculography, and surface submental 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 monitoring.   p. Nocturnal penile tumescence monitoring.   q. Nasal and oral airflow monitoring.   r. Body temperature monitoring.   2. Monitoring the effects that a mask or oral appliance used to treat sleep disorders has on sleep patterns; provided, however, that the mask or oral appliance shall not extend into the trachea or attach to an artificial airway.   3. 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.   4. Analyzing and scoring data collected during the monitoring described in this section for the purpose of assisting a physician in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep and wake disorders that result from developmental defects, the aging process, physical injury, disease, or actual or anticipated somatic dysfunction.   5. Implementation of a written or verbal order from a physician or qualified health care professional prescriber to perform polysomnography.   6. Education of a patient regarding the treatment regimen that assists the patient in improving the patient’s sleep.   7. Use of any oral appliance used to treat sleep-disordered breathing while under the care of a licensed polysomnographic technologist during the performance of a sleep study, as directed by a licensed dentist.  2015 Acts, ch 70, §8  Referred to in §148G.1
IA Code § 148G.3 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148G - POLYSOMNOGRAPHY|Section 148G.3 - Location of services.

148G.3 Location of services.   The practice of polysomnography shall take place only in a facility that is accredited by a nationally recognized sleep medicine laboratory or center accrediting agency, in a facility operated by a hospital or a hospital licensed under chapter 135B, or in a patient’s home pursuant to rules adopted by the board; provided, however, that the scoring of data and the education of patients may take place in another setting.  2015 Acts, ch 70, §9
IA Code § 148G.4 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148G - POLYSOMNOGRAPHY|Section 148G.4 - Scope of chapter.

148G.4 Scope of chapter.   Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to limit or restrict a health care practitioner licensed in this state from engaging in the full scope of practice of the individual’s profession.  2015 Acts, ch 70, §10
IA Code § 148G.5 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 148G - POLYSOMNOGRAPHY|Section 148G.5 - Rulemaking.

148G.5 Rulemaking.   The board shall adopt rules necessary for the implementation and administration of this chapter and the applicable provisions of chapters 147 and 272C.  2015 Acts, ch 70, §11