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MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-309 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 3-309 - Requirements for Reinstatement of Expired License

    The Board shall reinstate a license that is expired only if the former licensee:         (1)    Meets the renewal requirements of § 3-308; and        (2)    Pays to the Board a reinstatement fee set by the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-310 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 3-310 - Failure to Renew License; Limitations

    (a)    If a chiropractor fails for any reason to renew the license of the chiropractor, the Board shall reinstate the license if the chiropractor:        (1)    Applies to the Board for reinstatement of the license within 5 years after the license expires;        (2)    Meets the renewal requirements of § 3-308 of this subtitle;        (3)    Pays to the Board the reinstatement fee set by the Board; and        (4)    Passes the law and regulations portion of the Board’s examination.    (b)    The Board may not reinstate the license of a chiropractor who fails to apply for reinstatement of the license within 5 years after the license expires. However, the chiropractor may become licensed by meeting the current requirements for obtaining a new license under this title.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-311 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 3-311 - Inactive Status

    (a)    The Board shall place a licensee on inactive status, if the licensee submits to the Board:        (1)    An application for inactive status on the form required by the Board; and        (2)    The inactive status fee set by the Board.    (b)    A licensee on inactive status may reactivate the license at any time if the licensee:        (1)    Complies with the continuing education requirements in effect for the renewal period in which the licensee seeks to reactivate the license; and        (2)    Pays the reinstatement fee set by the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-312 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 3-312 - Surrender of License

    (a)    Unless the Board agrees to accept the surrender of a license, a licensed chiropractor may not surrender the license nor may the license lapse by operation of law while the licensee is under investigation or while charges are pending against the chiropractor.    (b)    The Board may set conditions on its agreement with the chiropractor under investigation or against whom charges are pending to accept surrender of the chiropractor’s license.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-314 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 3-314 - Penalty Instead of Suspension or in Addition to Suspension or Revocation

    (a)    If after a hearing under § 3-315 of this subtitle the Board finds that there are grounds under § 3-313 of this subtitle to suspend or revoke a license, the Board may impose a penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each violation:        (1)    Instead of suspending the license; or        (2)    In addition to suspending or revoking the license.    (b)    If, after disciplinary procedures have been brought against a licensee, the licensee waives the right to a hearing required under this subtitle and if the Board finds that there are grounds under § 3-313 of this subtitle to reprimand the licensee, place the licensee on probation, or suspend or revoke a license, the Board may impose a penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each violation in addition to reprimanding, placing the licensee on probation or suspending or revoking the license.    (c)    The Board shall adopt rules and regulations to set standards for the imposition of penalties under this section.    (d)    The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this section into the General Fund of this State.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-315 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 3-315 - Hearings

    (a)    Except as otherwise provided in the Administrative Procedure Act, before the Board takes any action under § 3–313 of this subtitle, it shall give the individual against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Board.    (b)    The Board shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.    (c)    The individual may be represented at the hearing by counsel.    (d)    Over the signature of an officer or the administrator of the Board, the Board may issue subpoenas and administer oaths in connection with any investigation under this title and any hearings or proceedings before it.    (e)    If, without lawful excuse, a person disobeys a subpoena from the Board or an order by the Board to take an oath or to testify or answer a question, then, on petition of the Board, a court of competent jurisdiction shall compel compliance with the subpoena and may punish the person as for contempt of court.    (f)    If after due notice the individual against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, nevertheless the Board may hear and determine the matter.    (g)    If, after a hearing, a chiropractor is found in violation of § 3–313 of this subtitle, the chiropractor shall pay to the Board the costs for court reporting services.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-316 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 3-316 - Review

    (a)    Except as provided in this section for an action under § 3–313 of this subtitle, any person aggrieved by a final decision of the Board in a contested case, as defined in the Administrative Procedure Act, may petition for judicial review as allowed by the Administrative Procedure Act.    (b)    Any person aggrieved by a final decision of the Board under § 3–313 of this subtitle may not appeal to the Secretary but may take a direct judicial appeal as provided in the Administrative Procedure Act.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-316.1 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 3-316.1 - Injunctive Actions

    (a)    An action may be maintained in the name of this State or the Board to enjoin:        (1)    The unauthorized practice of chiropractic; or        (2)    Conduct that is a ground for disciplinary action under § 3–313 of this subtitle.    (b)    An action under this section may be brought by:        (1)    The Board, in its own name;        (2)    The Attorney General, in the name of this State; or        (3)    A State’s Attorney, in the name of this State.    (c)    An action under this section shall be brought in the county where the defendant:        (1)    Resides; or        (2)    Engages in the acts sought to be enjoined.    (d)    (1)    Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an action under this section may not be brought against an individual who is authorized to practice a health occupation under this article.        (2)    An action under this section may be brought against an individual who is authorized to practice chiropractic under this title.    (e)    Proof of actual damage or that any person will sustain any damage if an injunction is not granted is not required for an action under this section.    (f)    An action under this section is in addition to and not instead of criminal prosecution for the unauthorized practice of chiropractic under § 3–501 of this title or disciplinary action under § 3–313 of this subtitle.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-401 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 3-401 - Advertising and Solicitation

    (a)    The Board shall adopt rules and regulations to establish standards for advertising or soliciting by chiropractors.    (b)    For purposes of this section, notices mailed to patients to inform them of times for periodic examinations are not advertising or soliciting.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-402 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 3-402 - Board Approval of Schools of Chiropractic

    (a)    The Board shall approve those schools of chiropractic that provide a curriculum, teaching standards, and facilities that the Board determines are adequate to prepare a license applicant to practice chiropractic under this title.    (b)    To be approved under this section, a school shall offer a program that:        (1)    Is 4 academic years that total at least 4,000 60-minute hours of resident study; and        (2)    Leads to a degree of Doctor of Chiropractic.    (c)    The Board may inspect any school of chiropractic to determine whether it meets the standards required by this section.    (d)    The Board may approve a school in another state on the recommendation of:        (1)    The chiropractic licensing authority of that state; or        (2)    The Council on Chiropractic Education.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-403 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 3-403 - Representations by Certain Licensees

    The provisions of § 13-402 of this article do not prohibit a chiropractor who is licensed to practice chiropractic with the right to practice physical therapy from representing that the licensee holds that license.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-404 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 3-404 - Delegation of Duties to Assistant; Qualifications for Assistant

    A licensed chiropractor may delegate duties to an assistant to the extent permitted by the rules and regulations of the Board if the assigned duties do not require the professional skill and judgment of a licensed chiropractor. The rules and regulations shall also establish qualifications for the position of chiropractic assistant.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-405 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 3-405 - Civil Liability

    A licensed chiropractor shall have the immunity from liability described under § 5-636 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article for reviewing the fees or charges for services of another licensed chiropractor in this or any other state.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-406 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 3-406 - Chiropractor Rehabilitation Committees

    (a)    In this section, “chiropractor rehabilitation committee” means a committee that:        (1)    Is defined in subsection (b) of this section; and        (2)    Performs any of the functions listed in subsection (d) of this section.    (b)    For purposes of this section, a chiropractor rehabilitation committee is a committee of the Board or a committee of the Maryland Chiropractic Association that:        (1)    Is recognized by the Board; and        (2)    Includes but is not limited to chiropractors.    (c)    A rehabilitation committee of the Board or recognized by the Board may function:        (1)    Solely for the Board; or        (2)    Jointly with a rehabilitation committee representing another board or boards.    (d)    For purposes of this section, a chiropractor rehabilitation committee evaluates and provides assistance to any chiropractor, chiropractic assistant, and any other individual regulated by the Board in need of treatment and rehabilitation for alcoholism, drug abuse, chemical dependency, or other physical, emotional, or mental condition.    (e)    (1)    Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the proceedings, records, and files of the chiropractor rehabilitation committee are not discoverable and are not admissible in evidence in any civil action arising out of matters that are being or have been reviewed and evaluated by the chiropractor rehabilitation committee.        (2)    Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to any record or document that is considered by the chiropractor rehabilitation committee and that otherwise would be subject to discovery or introduction into evidence in any arbitration or civil proceeding.        (3)    For purposes of this subsection, civil action does not include a proceeding before the Board or judicial review of a proceeding before the Board.    (f)    A person who acts in good faith and within the scope of jurisdiction of a chiropractor rehabilitation committee is not civilly liable for any action as a member of the chiropractor rehabilitation committee or for giving information to, participating in, or contributing to the function of the chiropractor rehabilitation committee.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-407 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 3-407 - Trade Names

    A licensed chiropractor may use a trade name in connection with the practice of chiropractic provided that:        (1)    The use of the trade name is not deceptive or misleading;        (2)    The advertisement in which the trade name appears includes the name of the licensed chiropractor or the name of the business entity providing the chiropractic services being advertised as long as the advertisement includes the name of a licensed chiropractor;        (3)    The name of the licensed chiropractor providing chiropractic services appears on the billing invoices, stationery, and on any receipt given to a patient; and        (4)    Treatment records are maintained that clearly identify the licensed chiropractor who has performed the chiropractic service for the patient.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-501 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 5 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties|Section 3-501 - Practicing Without License

    Except as otherwise provided in § 3–404 of this title, a person may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice chiropractic in this State unless licensed by the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-502 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 5 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties|Section 3-502 - Misrepresentation

    (a)    Unless authorized to practice chiropractic under this title, a person may not represent to the public by title, by description of services, methods, or procedures, or otherwise, that the person is authorized to practice chiropractic in this State.    (b)    Unless authorized to practice under this title, a person may not use the title “chiropractor”, or “D.C.”, or any other term or title with the intent to represent that the person practices chiropractic.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-503 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 5 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties|Section 3-503 - Prohibited Transfer of Diploma or License

    A person may not buy, sell, or fraudulently obtain:        (1)    A license; or        (2)    Any diploma or degree required under § 3–302 of this title.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-506 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 5 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties|Section 3-506 - Penalties; Court Costs

    (a)    A person who practices or attempts to practice chiropractic without a license in violation of § 3–501 of this subtitle or represents to the public in violation of § 3–502 of this subtitle that the person is authorized to practice chiropractic is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to:        (1)    For a first offense, a fine not exceeding $2,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months; or        (2)    For a subsequent offense, a fine not exceeding $6,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year.    (b)    A person who is convicted under the provisions of this section shall reimburse the Board for the direct costs of the Board, including court reporting services and expert witness fees, incurred as a result of a prosecution under this section.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-601 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 6 - Short Title; Termination of Title|Section 3-601 - Short Title

    This title may be cited as the “Maryland Chiropractic Act”.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  3-602 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 3 - Chiropractors|Subtitle 6 - Short Title; Termination of Title|Section 3-602 - 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, 2022.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  4-102 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 4 - Dentistry|Subtitle 1 - Definitions; General Provisions|Section 4-102 - Scope of Title

    (a)    (1)    Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, this title does not limit the right of an individual to practice a health occupation that the individual is authorized to practice under this article.        (2)    The provisions of this title do not affect a physician while practicing medicine, unless the physician practices dentistry as a specialty.    (b)    This title does not prohibit an educational program broadcast on radio or television by the Department or by the health department of a political subdivision of this State.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  4-201 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 4 - Dentistry|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Dental Examiners|Section 4-201 - Board Established

    There is a State Board of Dental Examiners in the Department.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  4-203 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 4 - Dentistry|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Dental Examiners|Section 4-203 - Officers

    (a)    From among its members, the Board shall elect a president and a secretary.    (b)    The Board shall determine:        (1)    The manner of election of officers;        (2)    The term of office of each officer; and        (3)    The duties of each officer.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  4-204 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 4 - Dentistry|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Dental Examiners|Section 4-204 - Meetings; Compensation; Staff

    (a)    (1)    The Board shall meet at least twice a year, at the times and places that it determines.        (2)    The Board shall hold special meetings, at the places it determines, when:            (i)    The Secretary requests a meeting; or            (ii)    The Board considers a meeting necessary.        (3)    After giving due notice, the president or Board secretary shall call meetings. However, the Board may meet at any time and place without notice if each member of the Board either consents in writing or attends the meeting.    (b)    Each member of the Board is entitled to:        (1)    Compensation in accordance with the budget of the Board; and        (2)    Reimbursement for expenses at a rate determined by the Board.    (c)    The Board may employ a staff in accordance with the budget of the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  4-206 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 4 - Dentistry|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Dental Examiners|Section 4-206 - Rules and Regulations Expanding the Practice of Dental Hygiene

    (a)    Except as otherwise provided in this section, the Board may adopt rules and regulations that authorize a licensed dental hygienist to perform additional intraoral functions.    (b)    The Board may not authorize a licensed dental hygienist to:        (1)    Perform a diagnosis;        (2)    Perform an extraction;        (3)    Repair a cavity;        (4)    Correct tooth placement;        (5)    Perform a surgical procedure; or        (6)    Administer anesthesia other than the following:            (i)    Topical anesthesia; or            (ii)    Local anesthesia in accordance with § 4–206.1 of this subtitle.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  4-206.1 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 4 - Dentistry|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Dental Examiners|Section 4-206.1 - Administration of Local Anesthesia by Dental Hygienist

    (a)    Subject to the requirements of subsections (b) and (c) of this section, a dental hygienist may administer local anesthesia by infiltration to facilitate the practice of dental hygiene by a dental hygienist or the practice of dentistry by a dentist, but not as a medical specialty, provided the administration of local anesthesia is under the supervision of a dentist who:        (1)    Is physically present on the premises; and        (2)    Prescribes the administration of local anesthesia by the dental hygienist.    (b)    Before a dental hygienist may administer local anesthesia under subsection (a) of this section, the dental hygienist shall successfully complete the following:        (1)    Any educational requirements established by the Board; and        (2)    A written and clinical examination as required by the Board.    (c)    A dental hygienist shall obtain the educational requirements established by the Board under subsection (b)(1) of this section from an accredited dental hygiene program.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  4-206.2 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 4 - Dentistry|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Dental Examiners|Section 4-206.2 - Dental Hygienist -- Monitoring of Patient Under Administration of Nitrous Oxide

    (a)    Subject to the requirements of subsections (b) and (c) of this section, a dental hygienist may administer nitrous oxide to a patient provided the administration of nitrous oxide is under the supervision of a dentist who:        (1)    Is physically present on the premises; and        (2)    Prescribes the administration of nitrous oxide by the dental hygienist.    (b)    Before a dental hygienist may administer nitrous oxide under subsection (a) of this section, the dental hygienist shall successfully complete the following:        (1)    Any educational requirements established by the Board; and        (2)    A written and clinical examination as required by the Board.    (c)    A dental hygienist shall complete the educational requirements established by the Board under subsection (b)(1) of this section through an accredited dental hygiene program.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  4-206.3 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 4 - Dentistry|Subtitle 2 - State Board of Dental Examiners|Section 4-206.3 - Administration of Local Anesthesia by Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block by Dental Hygienist

    (a)    Subject to the requirements of subsection (b) of this section, a dental hygienist may administer local anesthesia by inferior alveolar nerve block to facilitate the practice of dental hygiene by a dental hygienist or the practice of dentistry by a dentist, but not as a medical specialty, provided the administration of the local anesthesia is under the supervision of a dentist who:        (1)    Is physically present on the premises; and        (2)    Prescribes the administration of local anesthesia by the dental hygienist.    (b)    (1)    Before a dental hygienist may administer local anesthesia under subsection (a) of this section, the dental hygienist shall successfully complete the following:            (i)    Any educational requirements established by the Board; and            (ii)    A written and clinical examination as required by the Board.        (2)    A dental hygienist shall obtain the education required under paragraph (1) of this subsection from an accredited dental hygiene program.        (3)    A dental hygienist who successfully completed the education requirements and examination required under paragraph (1) of this subsection before October 1, 2011, shall take and successfully complete a refresher course and a clinical examination from an accredited dental hygiene program.