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Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 9 - SUPPLIERS (§§ 17-92-901 — 17-92-909) › Section 17-92-906 - Rules

(a)
(1)
The Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy shall adopt rules for the distribution of home medical equipment, legend devices, and medical gases which promote the public health and welfare and which comply with, at least, the minimum standards, terms, and conditions of federal laws and federal regulations.
(2)
The rules shall include, without limitation:
(A)
Minimum information from each home medical equipment, legend device, and medical gas supplier required for licensing and renewal of licenses;
(B)
Minimum qualifications of persons who engage in the distribution of these products;
(C)
Appropriate education or experience, or both, of persons employed in distribution of these products who assume responsibility for positions related to compliance with state licensing requirements;
(D)
Minimum requirements for the storage and handling of these products;
(E)
Minimum requirements for the establishment and maintenance of distribution records for these products; and
(F)
Federal and state labeling requirements.
(b)
State rules shall not apply to the following:
(1)
Home health agencies;
(2)
Hospitals;
(3)
Manufacturers and wholesale distributors when not selling directly to the patient;
(4)
Healthcare practitioners legally eligible to prescribe or order home medical equipment, medical gases, and legend devices;
(5)
Medical doctors, physical therapists, respiratory therapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, optometrists, chiropractors, and podiatrists who use home medical equipment or legend devices, or both, to treat patients;
(6)
Nurses who use but do not sell home medical equipment or legend devices, or both, to their patients;
(7)
Hospice programs;
(8)
Nursing homes; and
(9)
Veterinarians.
(c)
No rules promulgated to implement this subchapter shall be effective until they have been reviewed by the House Committee on Public Health, Welfare, and Labor and the Senate Committee on Public Health, Welfare, and Labor or appropriate subcommittees thereof.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1599, eff. 7/24/2019.
Acts 1995, No. 1101, §§ 7, 12; 1997, No. 179, § 15.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 9 - SUPPLIERS (§§ 17-92-901 — 17-92-909) › Section 17-92-907 - Manufacture, shipment, or sale of medical gases

(a)
The manufacture within this state, shipment into this state, or sale or offer for sale within this state of medical gases shall not be subject to §
20-56-211(11)(C)
.
(b)
(1)
Pursuant to this subchapter, the dispensing of medical gases does not require a retail pharmacy permit.
(2)
The sale of medical gases directly to patients shall not be subject to §
20-56-211(11)(C)
or §
20-64-504
.
Acts 1995, No. 1101, § 10.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 9 - SUPPLIERS (§§ 17-92-901 — 17-92-909) › Section 17-92-908 - Revocation or suspension of license

The Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy may revoke or suspend licenses or may refuse to issue any license under this subchapter if the holder or applicant has committed or is found guilty by the board of any of the following:
(1)
Violation of any federal, state, or local law or regulation relating to medical equipment, medical gases, and medical supplies, except legend drugs and legend devices;
(2)
Violation of any provisions of this subchapter or any rule promulgated hereunder; or
(3)
Commission of an act or engaging in a course of conduct which constitutes a clear and present danger to the public health and safety.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1600, eff. 7/24/2019.
Acts 1995, No. 1101, § 9.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 9 - SUPPLIERS (§§ 17-92-901 — 17-92-909) › Section 17-92-909 - [Repealed]

Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1601, eff. 7/24/2019.
Repealed by Act 2019, No. 174,§ 1, eff. 7/24/2019.
Acts 1995, No. 1101, § 8.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 10 - ARKANSAS INTERNET PRESCRIPTION CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT (§§ 17-92-1001 — 17-92-1007) › Section 17-92-1001 - Title

This subchapter may be known and cited as the "Arkansas Internet Prescription Consumer Protection Act".
Acts 2001, No. 1411, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 10 - ARKANSAS INTERNET PRESCRIPTION CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT (§§ 17-92-1001 — 17-92-1007) › Section 17-92-1002 - Purpose

The purpose of this subchapter is to require internet pharmacies to:
(1)
Make certain disclosures on their internet sites;
(2)
List the principals, pharmacists, and physicians associated with the internet sites; and
(3)
Include amending licensing requirements for pharmacists and physicians to address prescribing and dispensing medication via the internet.
Acts 2001, No. 1411, § 2.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 10 - ARKANSAS INTERNET PRESCRIPTION CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT (§§ 17-92-1001 — 17-92-1007) › Section 17-92-1005 - Requirements for internet sites

No pharmacy shall sell, dispense, distribute, deliver, or participate in the sale, dispensing, distribution, or delivery of any prescription-only drug to any consumer in this state if any part of the transaction was conducted through an internet site unless the internet site displays in a clear and conspicuous manner the:
(1)
Name of each pharmacy that causes the sale, dispensing, or delivery of a prescription-only drug to any consumer in this state;
(2)
Address of the principal place of business of each pharmacy that causes the sale, dispensing, or delivery of a prescription-only drug to any consumer in this state;
(3)
Telephone number of each pharmacy that causes the sale, dispensing, or delivery of a prescription-only drug to any consumer or other person in this state; and
(4)
Pharmacy's:
(A)
Permit number assigned by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy; or
(B)
Certification by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy as a Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites site and the Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites seal with a link to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy's verification site.
Acts 2001, No. 1411, § 5.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 10 - ARKANSAS INTERNET PRESCRIPTION CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT (§§ 17-92-1001 — 17-92-1007) › Section 17-92-1006 - Disclaimers or limitations of liabilities

(a)
No pharmacy that sells, dispenses, distributes, delivers, prescribes, or participates in the sale, dispensing, or delivery of any prescription-only drug to any consumer in this state, if the consumer submitted the purchase order for the prescription-only drug through an internet site or by electronic mail, may disclaim, limit, or waive any liability to which the pharmacy otherwise is subject under law for the act or practice of selling, dispensing, or delivering prescription-only drugs.
(b)
Any disclaimer, limitation, or waiver in violation of this section is void.
(c)
Any attempt to make any disclaimer, limitation, or waiver in violation of this section is a violation of this subchapter.
Acts 2001, No. 1411, § 6.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 10 - ARKANSAS INTERNET PRESCRIPTION CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT (§§ 17-92-1001 — 17-92-1007) › Section 17-92-1007 - Enforcement

Any violation of this subchapter is an unconscionable act or practice under §
4-88-107
.
Acts 2001, No. 1411, § 7.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 11 - PRESCRIPTION DRUG REDISPENSING PROGRAM (§§ 17-92-1101 — 17-92-1107) › Section 17-92-1101 - Purpose

It is the purpose of this subchapter to:
(1)
Improve the health of in-need Arkansans through a prescription drug redispensing program that authorizes charitable clinic pharmacies to redispense medicines that would otherwise be destroyed; and
(2)
Reaffirm the existing broad latitude of the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy to protect the safety of the prescription drug supply in this state.
Acts 2005, No. 162, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 11 - PRESCRIPTION DRUG REDISPENSING PROGRAM (§§ 17-92-1101 — 17-92-1107) › Section 17-92-1102 - Definitions

As used in this subchapter:
(1)
"Charitable clinic" means a charitable nonprofit corporation or a facility organized as a not-for-profit corporation under §§
4-28-201
-
4-28-206
and
4-28-209
-
4-28-224
that:
(A)
Holds a valid exemption from federal income taxation issued pursuant to section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code;
(B)
Is listed as an exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code;
(C)
Provides advice, counseling, diagnosis, treatment, surgery, care, or services relating to the preservation or maintenance of health on an outpatient basis for a period of less than twenty-four (24) consecutive hours to persons not residing or confined at the facility;
(D)
May charge an administrative fee or request a donation not to exceed ten dollars ($10.00) per visit; and
(E)
Has a licensed outpatient pharmacy;
(2)
"Charitable clinic pharmacy" means the practice of a pharmacy at a site where prescriptions are dispensed by a charitable clinic free of charge to appropriately screened and qualified indigent patients;
(3)
"Controlled substances" means substances defined by the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, §
5-64-101
et seq.;
(4)
"Indigent" means a person with an income that is below two hundred percent (200%) of the federal poverty level;
(5)
"Nursing facility" means the same as under §
20-10-1401
;
(6)
(A)
(i)
"Prescription drug" means a drug limited by section 503(b)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act,
21 U.S.C. § 301
et seq., to being dispensed by or upon a medical practitioner's prescription because the drug is:
(a)
Habit-forming;
(b)
Toxic or having potential for harm; or
(c)
Limited in its use to use under a practitioner's supervision by the new drug application for the drug.
(ii)
The product label of a legend drug is required to contain the statement:
(a)
"CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW PROHIBITS DISPENSING WITHOUT A PRESCRIPTION"; or
(b)
"Rx only".
(iii)
The drug is subject to the requirement of section 503(b)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act which shall be exempt from section 502(f)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act,
21 U.S.C. § 301
et seq., if certain specified conditions are met.
(B)
"Prescription drug" does not include controlled substances; and
(7)
"Properly transferred" means the storage, handling, and distribution of the drug under this subchapter in:
(A)
Accordance with the label; and
(B)
Its dispensed, sealed, tamper-evident single-user unit.
Acts 2005, No. 162, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 11 - PRESCRIPTION DRUG REDISPENSING PROGRAM (§§ 17-92-1101 — 17-92-1107) › Section 17-92-1103 - Prescription drug redispensing program

(a)
The prescription drug redispensing program established by this subchapter shall be a pilot program to determine the efficacy of redispensing prescription drugs to indigent patients.
(b)
In cooperation with the Department of Health and the Department of Human Services, the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy shall develop and implement the program consistently with public health and safety through which unused prescription medications other than controlled substances may be transferred from a nursing facility to a charitable clinic pharmacy for the purpose of distributing the medication to Arkansas residents who are indigent.
(c)
In cooperation with the Department of Health and the Department of Human Services, the board shall monitor the program and submit to the General Assembly two (2) reports along with any recommendations or findings, as follows:
(1)
The first report shall be submitted on or before January 1, 2006; and
(2)
The second report shall be submitted on or before October 1, 2006.
(d)
Participation in the program by any entity, including individuals, pharmacies, charitable clinics, charitable clinic pharmacies, nursing facilities, and drug manufacturers, shall be voluntary.
Acts 2005, No. 162, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 11 - PRESCRIPTION DRUG REDISPENSING PROGRAM (§§ 17-92-1101 — 17-92-1107) › Section 17-92-1105 - Sample drug use not restricted

Nothing in this subchapter shall restrict the use of samples by a physician or advanced practice nurse during the course of working at a charitable clinic whether or not the clinic has a licensed outpatient pharmacy.
Acts 2005, No. 162, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 11 - PRESCRIPTION DRUG REDISPENSING PROGRAM (§§ 17-92-1101 — 17-92-1107) › Section 17-92-1106 - Resale prohibited

Nothing in this subchapter shall be construed to provide for the resale of prescription drugs by any person or entity.
Acts 2005, No. 162, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 92 - PHARMACISTS AND PHARMACIES (§§ 17-92-101 — 17-92-1201) › Subchapter 11 - PRESCRIPTION DRUG REDISPENSING PROGRAM (§§ 17-92-1101 — 17-92-1107) › Section 17-92-1107 - Applicability

Nothing in this subchapter applies to any questions of liability arising outside the scope of the prescription drug redispensing program.
Acts 2005, No. 162, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-103) › Section 17-93-101 - Short title

This chapter shall be cited as the "Arkansas Physical Therapy Act".
Acts 1959, No. 141, § 17; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1332.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-103) › Section 17-93-103 - Penalties

(a)
Any person violating the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a Class B misdemeanor.
(b)
Each day of violation shall constitute a separate offense.
Acts 1959, No. 141, § 14; 1979, No. 631, § 9; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1330; Acts 2005, No. 1994, § 402.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 2 - ARKANSAS STATE BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (§§ 17-93-201 — 17-93-203) › Section 17-93-201 - Creation - Members

(a)
(1)
There is created the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy which shall consist of five (5) members to be appointed by the Governor for terms of three (3) years.
(2)
Four (4) members shall be physical therapists licensed to practice in Arkansas with at least five (5) years' experience as a physical therapist. The Governor shall appoint one (1) physical therapist from each congressional district in order to provide statewide representation of physical therapists.
(3)
One (1) member shall not be actively engaged in or retired from the practice of physical therapy and shall serve as the representative of the public interest.
(b)
A member shall hold his or her office until his or her successor has been appointed and qualified.
(c)
The board shall meet at least two (2) times a year and may hold additional meetings whenever necessary to discharge its duties.
(d)
The board shall elect annually from its membership a chair and a secretary.
(e)
Each member of the board may receive expense reimbursement and stipends in accordance with §
25-16-901
et seq.
Acts 1959, No. 141, §§ 2, 4, 5; 1979, No. 631, § 2; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 72-1318, 72-1320, 72-1321; Acts 1991, No. 1232, § 2; 1995, No. 742, § 1; 1997, No. 250, § 165; 2001, No. 1412, § 2.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 2 - ARKANSAS STATE BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (§§ 17-93-201 — 17-93-203) › Section 17-93-202 - Powers and duties

(a)
The Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy shall:
(1)
Pass upon the qualifications of applicants for licensure of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants;
(2)
Provide for the examinations of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants;
(3)
Determine the applicants who successfully pass the examinations; and
(4)
License applicants who meet the qualifications provided in this chapter.
(b)
In addition to other powers and duties set forth in this chapter, the board shall:
(1)
Adopt reasonable rules and require the payment of license fees adequate to carry out the purposes of this chapter;
(2)
Investigate reported violations of this chapter and take such steps as may be necessary to enforce this chapter;
(3)
Keep a record of its proceedings; and
(4)
(A)
Compile and maintain a list of all licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in the State of Arkansas.
(B)
The board shall furnish a copy of the list to all persons requesting it upon the payment of such fee as may be fixed by the board to compensate for the cost of printing the list.
(c)
In addition to other powers and duties set forth in this chapter, the board may:
(1)
Establish mechanisms for assessing the continuing competence of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to practice physical therapy;
(2)
Report final disciplinary action taken against a licensee to a national disciplinary database recognized by the board if required by law;
(3)
Report information of alleged unlawful conduct by licensees, unlicensed individuals, and other healthcare providers and entities to the appropriate county, state, or federal authority; and
(4)
Publish a report at least annually of all final disciplinary actions taken against licensees of the board.
Acts 1959, No. 141, § 3; 1973, No. 139, § 1; 1977, No. 113, §§ 1-3; 1981, No. 717, § 2; 1983, No. 131, §§ 1-3, 5; 1983, No. 135, §§ 1-3, 5; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 6-617 -- 6-619, 6-623 -- 6-626, 72-1319; Acts 1991, No. 1232, § 2; 2001, No. 1412, § 3; 2009, No. 1471, § 3.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 2 - ARKANSAS STATE BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (§§ 17-93-201 — 17-93-203) › Section 17-93-203 - Disposition of funds

(a)
(1)
All fees and other moneys received by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy under this chapter shall be deposited into a financial institution in this state and expended solely for the purposes of this chapter.
(2)
No part of these funds shall revert to the general funds of this state.
(b)
(1)
The compensation provided by this chapter and all expenses incurred under this chapter shall be paid from these funds.
(2)
Compensation or expenses incurred under this chapter shall not be a charge against the general funds of this state.
(c)
The board shall file an annual report of its activities with the Department of Finance and Administration, and the report shall include a statement of all receipts and disbursements.
Acts 1991, No. 1232, § 2; 2009, No. 1471, § 3; 2011, No. 859, § 11.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 3 - LICENSING (§§ 17-93-301 — 17-93-314) › Section 17-93-302 - Unlawful practice - Injunction

The courts of record in this state having general equity jurisdiction are vested with jurisdiction and power to enjoin the unlawful practice of physical therapy in the county in which the alleged unlawful practice occurred or in which the defendant resides. The issuance of an injunction shall not relieve a person from criminal prosecution for violation of this chapter, but the remedy of injunction shall be in addition to liability for criminal prosecution.
Acts 1959, No. 141, § 15; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1331.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 3 - LICENSING (§§ 17-93-301 — 17-93-314) › Section 17-93-306 - Endorsement

(a)
The Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy shall issue a license to an applicant who is a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant and who has a current unrestricted license from another jurisdiction of the United States if the applicant has met all the qualifications for a license under this chapter at the time of the applicant's initial licensure.
(b)
The issuance of a license by endorsement by the board shall be at the sole discretion of the board, and the board may provide such rules governing admission as it may deem necessary or desirable.
Acts 1959, No. 141, § 10; 1979, No. 631, § 6; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1326; Acts 2009, No. 1471, § 7.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 3 - LICENSING (§§ 17-93-301 — 17-93-314) › Section 17-93-307 - Display of license

Each licensee shall display his or her license and renewal certification in a conspicuous place in the principal office where he or she practices as a physical therapist or practices as a physical therapist assistant.
Acts 1973, No. 139, § 4; 1979, No. 631, § 10; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1325.1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 3 - LICENSING (§§ 17-93-301 — 17-93-314) › Section 17-93-309 - Revocation, suspension, or denial - Proceedings

(a)
(1)
Any person may file a complaint with the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy against any person having a license to practice as a physical therapist or as a physical therapist assistant in this state charging that person with having violated the provisions of §
17-93-308
.
(2)
Once a complaint has been received in the board office, the board shall first send an advisory notice to the person allegedly committing the violation informing the person of the complaint and a statement notifying the person that the person must reply to the board.
(3)
If the board determines that there is a reasonable belief that the accused may have been guilty of a violation of this chapter or the rules promulgated thereunder, or both, the board shall prepare an order and notice of hearing advising the person of the date for the hearing to be held by the board.
(b)
All hearings and appeals shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Arkansas Administrative Procedure Act, §
25-15-201
et seq.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1605, eff. 7/24/2019.
Acts 1959, No. 141, § 13; 1979, No. 631, § 8; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1329; Acts 2001, No. 1412, § 9.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 3 - LICENSING (§§ 17-93-301 — 17-93-314) › Section 17-93-310 - Fee sharing prohibited

(a)
It is unlawful for a physical therapist or any of his or her business associates to engage, directly or indirectly, in the division, transferring, assigning, rebating, or refunding of gratuities or fees received for professional services with any person who referred a patient or with any relative or business associate of the referring person.
(b)
This section shall not apply to any physical therapist employed by a licensed physician or a group physician practice when the physical therapy services are performed within the same office, building, clinic, or physical facility as the referring physician's services are performed, nor shall it apply to physical therapy positions on the premises of Arkansas-licensed hospitals and nursing homes.
Acts 1993, No. 1210, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 3 - LICENSING (§§ 17-93-301 — 17-93-314) › Section 17-93-311 - Civil penalties

(a)
After due notice and hearing, the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy is also authorized to levy a civil penalty against any person licensed under the provisions of this chapter after a finding that the person has violated any of the provisions of this chapter or any rules promulgated by the board.
(b)
Civil penalties assessed by the board shall be no more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) per incident.
(c)
In addition to any other sanctions authorized by this chapter, the board may impose a civil penalty as provided in this section against any unlicensed person practicing or offering to practice any actions requiring licensure pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1606, eff. 7/24/2019.
Acts 1995, No. 742, § 4.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 3 - LICENSING (§§ 17-93-301 — 17-93-314) › Section 17-93-312 - Continuing education requirements

(a)
All licensed physical therapists and licensed physical therapist assistants shall complete continuing education for licensure renewal as established in the rules of the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy.
(b)
(1)
The board shall approve continuing education units and their program content.
(2)
The board may require the payment of reasonable fees for review and approval of continuing education programs.
Acts 1997, No. 744, § 2; 2009, No. 1471, § 9.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 3 - LICENSING (§§ 17-93-301 — 17-93-314) › Section 17-93-313 - Notice of malpractice claim or suit

(a)
Every physical therapist and physical therapist assistant, within ten (10) days after receipt of notification of a claim or a filing of a lawsuit against him or her for malpractice, shall notify the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy of the claim or lawsuit.
(b)
The board shall prepare and adopt rules as are necessary and proper to assure compliance with this section.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1607, eff. 7/24/2019.
Acts 1997, No. 744, § 2.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 3 - LICENSING (§§ 17-93-301 — 17-93-314) › Section 17-93-314 - Applicability to other licensed persons

(a)
This chapter does not limit the authority of or prohibit a person licensed under any other act in this state from engaging in the practice for which he or she is licensed, including without limitation physicians licensed under the Arkansas Chiropractic Practices Act, §
17-81-101
et seq., §
17-91-101
et seq., §
17-95-101
et seq., or §
17-96-101
et seq.
(b)
This chapter does not restrict a physician's ability to practice physical medicine and rehabilitation when licensed under §
17-91-101
et seq., §
17-95-101
et seq., §
17-96-101
et seq., or the Arkansas Chiropractic Practices Act, §
17-81-101
et seq.
Acts 2009, No. 1471, § 10.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-401 - Short title

This subchapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Arkansas Athletic Trainers Act".
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-402 - Definitions

As used in this subchapter:
(1)
"Athlete" means an individual who is participating in organized athletic or team activities at the interscholastic, intramural, intercollegiate, or professional level, or sanctioned recreational sports activities;
(2)
"Athletic injury or illness" means an injury or illness sustained by the athlete as a result of participation in those organized athletic or team activities which require physical strength, agility, flexibility, range of motion, speed, or stamina, or any comparable injury or illness to an athlete which prevents the person from participating in activities described in subdivision (1) of this section;
(3)
"Athletic trainer" means a person licensed by the state to engage in athletic training;
(4)
"Athletic training" means the prevention, recognition, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of an athletic injury or illness and the organization and administration of exercise, conditioning, and athletic training programs;
(5)
"Clinical setting" means a hospital or outpatient clinic;
(6)
"Direct supervision" means supervision of the athletic trainer in a clinical setting by the supervising physical therapist or physician who is readily available for consultation for the care of the athlete and is on the premises;
(7)
"Direction" means direction of the athletic trainer in a nonclinical setting by a physician who is readily available for consultation for the care of the athlete but not necessarily on the premises;
(8)
"License" means the document issued by the Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training to a qualified person to practice athletic training; and
(9)
"Sanctioned recreational sports activities" means any athletic or team activity which requires physical strength, agility, flexibility, range of motion, speed, or stamina and meets one (1) or more of the following:
(A)
Has officially designated coaches who have the responsibility for athletic activities of the organization;
(B)
Has a regular schedule of practices or workouts which are supervised by the officially designated coaches;
(C)
Is an activity generally recognized as having an established schedule of competitive events or exhibitions; and
(D)
Has a policy requiring documentation of having passed a preparticipation medical examination conducted by a licensed physician as a condition for participation for the athletic activities of the organization.
Amended by Act 2021, No. 348,§ 2, eff. 7/28/2021.
Amended by Act 2021, No. 348,§ 1, eff. 7/28/2021.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 386,§ 47, eff. 7/24/2019.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 2; 2001, No. 1124, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-403 - Penalties

(a)
Any person who violates a provision of this subchapter is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500) or by imprisonment for not less than thirty (30) days nor more than one hundred eighty (180) days, or both.
(b)
After notice and hearing, the Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training is also authorized to levy a civil penalty against any person licensed under the provisions of this subchapter after a finding that the person has violated any of the provisions of this subchapter or any rules promulgated by the board.
(c)
Civil penalties assessed by the board shall be no more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) per incident.
(d)
In addition to any other sanctions authorized by this subchapter, the board may impose a civil penalty as provided in this section against any unlicensed person practicing or offering to practice any actions requiring licensure pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1608, eff. 7/24/2019.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 3; 2001, No. 1124, § 9.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-404 - Creation - Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training

(a)
(1)
There is created the Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training.
(2)
The board shall be composed of four (4) licensed athletic trainers and one (1) consumer who is not actively engaged in or retired from the practice of athletic training, medicine, physical therapy, or employment by an athletic department of an accredited educational institution.
(3)
In making appointments to the board, the Governor shall give consideration to recommendations made by professional organizations of athletic trainers.
(4)
To qualify as a member of the board, a person must be a resident of the State of Arkansas for three (3) years immediately preceding appointment.
(b)
(1)
The members of the board shall be appointed for terms of three (3) years.
(2)
In the event of the death, resignation, or removal of any member, the vacancy shall be filled for the unexpired portion of the term in the same manner as the original appointment.
(3)
The Governor may remove any member for cause before the expiration of the member's term.
(c)
(1)
The board shall elect officers as it considers necessary to carry out its duties.
(2)
(A)
The board shall meet at least two (2) times each year.
(B)
Additional meetings may be held on the call of the chair or a written request of any three (3) members of the board.
(3)
The quorum required for any meeting of the board is three (3) members.
(d)
Each member of the board may receive expense reimbursements according to §
25-16-902
and stipends according to §
25-16-903
.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 4; 2001, No. 1124, § 2; 2003, No. 1300, § 1.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-406 - Powers and duties of the board

The Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training shall have the following powers and duties:
(1)
To receive and maintain all records of board proceedings;
(2)
To adopt minimum curriculum and internship requirements for qualification for an Arkansas athletic trainer's license;
(3)
To issue licenses;
(4)
To keep a complete record of all licensed athletic trainers, including:
(A)
Preparing annually a roster showing the names and addresses of all licensed athletic trainers; and
(B)
Making available a copy of such a roster to any person requesting it on payment of a fee as established by the board to cover the cost of the roster;
(5)
To adopt rules consistent with this subchapter which are necessary for the performance of its duties, including, but not limited to, the imposing of fees adequate to carry out the purposes of this subchapter;
(6)
To collect fees adequate to carry out the purposes of this subchapter;
(7)
To keep records of fees collected and costs incurred for operations of the board and licensing of athletic trainers; and
(8)
To file an annual report of its activities, including the activities of the board, with the Department of Health.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1609, eff. 7/24/2019.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 4893, eff. 7/1/2019.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 6; 2001, No. 1124, § 4.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-407 - License required - Exceptions

(a)
It shall be unlawful for any person to use the title of "athletic trainer", "licensed athletic trainer", "registered athletic trainer", "L.A.T.", or "R.A.T.", or any symbols denoting the license of athletic training or perform any of the activities of an athletic trainer as defined by this subchapter without first obtaining all licenses required under this subchapter, unless provided otherwise in this subchapter.
(b)
Nothing in this subchapter shall be construed to:
(1)
Authorize the practice of medicine or physical therapy by any person not so licensed by the state;
(2)
Prohibit the lawful practice of a licensed healthcare professional under the scope of his or her license;
(3)
Prohibit the lawful practice of a licensed athletic trainer from another state who accompanies his or her team, athlete, or representatives to the State of Arkansas for limited competition; or
(4)
Prohibit designated interns from university academic programs preparing athletic trainers from performing acts of athletic training incidental to their courses of study.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, §§ 7, 15.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-408 - Unlawful practice - Injunction

(a)
The circuit courts of this state are vested with jurisdiction and power to enjoin violations of this subchapter in the county in which the alleged unlawful practice occurred or in which the defendant resides.
(b)
The issuance of an injunction shall not relieve a person from criminal prosecution for violation of this subchapter, but the remedy of injunction shall be in addition to liability for criminal prosecution.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 10.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-409 - Qualification - Athletic trainer

(a)
For the purpose of this subchapter, a person is actively engaged as an athletic trainer if the person has performed such duties as a principal part of his or her full-time employment under the direction of a licensed physician for three (3) of the past five (5) years preceding the application.
(b)
An applicant for an Arkansas athletic trainer's license must:
(1)
Possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;
(2)
Meet other curriculum and internship requirements as specified by the Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training;
(3)
Pass an examination for licensure as designated by the board which is a reliable, valid, legally defensible examination for determining minimum competency in athletic training;
(4)
Submit appropriate application forms to the board; and
(5)
Pay all appropriate fees.
(c)
Notarized proof of employment, performance of duties, and supervision shall accompany the person's application.
(d)
Anyone who meets the qualifications prescribed in subsection (b) of this section except for the examination requirement under subdivision (b)(3) of this section shall be issued a temporary nonrenewable trainer's permit which shall expire one (1) year after the date of application therefor.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 11; 2001, No. 1124, § 5.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-410 - Expiration and renewal

(a)
A license issued under this subchapter expires one (1) year after the date of issuance.
(b)
Licenses shall be renewed according to procedures established by the Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 9; 2001, No. 1124, § 6.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-411 - Direction and supervision

(a)
In a nonclinical setting, an athletic trainer may practice the art and science of athletic training under the direction of a physician licensed by the Arkansas State Medical Board.
(b)
The athletic trainer may practice athletic training in a hospital or outpatient clinic under the direct supervision of a physical therapist and upon the referral of a physician licensed in the State of Arkansas or of a physician licensed by the board.
Amended by Act 2021, No. 348,§ 3, eff. 7/28/2021.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 8; 2001, No. 1124, § 7.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-412 - Revocation, suspension, or denial - Grounds

(a)
The Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training may refuse to issue or renew a license or suspend or revoke a license if an applicant has:
(1)
Been convicted of a felony listed under §
17-3-102
;
(2)
Secured a license under this subchapter by fraud or deceit; or
(3)
Violated or conspired to violate this subchapter or rules issued pursuant to this subchapter.
(b)
(1)
On application, the board may reissue a license to a person whose license has been revoked, but the application may not be made before the expiration of a period of one (1) year after the order of revocation has become final.
(2)
Such application shall be made in the manner and form required by the board.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1610, eff. 7/24/2019.
Amended by Act 2019, No. 990,§ 95, eff. 7/24/2019.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 12; 2001, No. 1124, § 8.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-413 - Revocation, suspension, or denial - Proceedings

(a)
Any person whose application for a license or for renewal of a license is denied is entitled to a hearing, which shall be conducted pursuant to the Arkansas Administrative Procedure Act, §
25-15-201
et seq.
(b)
(1)
Proceedings for revocation or suspension of a license shall be commenced by filing charges with the Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training in writing.
(2)
The charge may be brought by any person.
(c)
The board shall fix the time and place of the hearing and shall provide a written copy of the charges or reason for the denial of the license or for the refusal to renew the license, together with a notice of the time and place fixed for the hearing, to be served on the applicant requesting the hearing or license against whom the charges have been filed at least thirty (30) days before the date set for the hearing.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 13.
Arkansas Code of 1987 (2023) › Title 17 - PROFESSIONS, OCCUPATIONS, AND BUSINESSES (§§ 17-1-101 — 17-107-311) › Subtitle 3 - MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (§§ 17-80-101 — 17-107-311) › Chapter 93 - PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (§§ 17-93-101 — 17-93-505) › Subchapter 4 - ATHLETIC TRAINERS (§§ 17-93-401 — 17-93-414) › Section 17-93-414 - Reciprocity

(a)
A licensed athletic trainer who has been issued a license to practice as an athletic trainer in another state or territory whose requirements for registration and licensure were equal, at the time of registration or licensure, to the requirements contained in this subchapter may be registered and issued a license by the Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training, provided the other state or territory accords a similar privilege of registration and licensure to persons registered and licensed in the State of Arkansas by the board.
(b)
The issuance of a license by reciprocity shall be at the sole discretion of the board.
Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 14.