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Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 4.00 - Standards of Practice and Professional Conduct › Section 4.12 - Improper Solicitations, Inducements or Referrals

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(1) No licensed chiropractor or agent, servant or employee of a licensed chiropractor or of a chiropractic facility shall offer, solicit or receive any remuneration, directly or indirectly, overtly or covertly, in cash or in kind, in return for purchasing, leasing, ordering, or arranging for any product, facility, service or item for any patient under his or her care.
(2) No licensed chiropractor or agent, servant, or employee of a licensed chiropractor or of a chiropractic facility shall offer, solicit or receive any remuneration, directly or indirectly, overtly or covertly, in cash or in kind, in return for recommending the purchasing, leasing or ordering of any product, facility, service or item for any patient under his or her care.
(3) No licensed chiropractor or agent, servant or employee of a licensed chiropractor or of a chiropractic facility shall offer or pay any remuneration, including any bribe or rebate, directly or indirectly, overtly or covertly, in cash or in kind, for the purpose of inducing any person to purchase, lease, order, or arrange for any product, facility, service or item related directly or indirectly to Chiropractic care, treatment or services.
(4) No licensed chiropractor or agent, servant or employee of a licensed chiropractor or of a chiropractic facility shall offer or pay any remuneration, including any bribe or rebate, directly or indirectly, overtly or covertly, in cash or in kind, for the purpose of inducing any person to recommend purchasing, leasing, ordering or arranging for any product, facility, service or item related directly or indirectly to Chiropractic care, treatment or services.
(5) Nothing in 233 CMR 4.12(1) through (4) shall be construed to prohibit any practice or arrangement which is specifically permitted under federal laws or regulations, including but not limited to 42 CFR 1001.952.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 4.00 - Standards of Practice and Professional Conduct › Section 4.13 - Advertising

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(1) A chiropractor or agent, servant or employee of a licensed chiropractor or of a chiropractic facility may properly advertise the services offered, but shall not engage in advertising which is false, deceptive, misleading or unfair.
(2) A chiropractor or chiropractor of record shall preserve a copy of each advertisement for a period of at least two years, and shall make a copy of the same available to the Board or its duly authorized representative upon request.
(3) Violation of any provision of 233 CMR 4.13 shall be considered "unprofessional conduct" within the meaning of M.G.L. c. 112, § 93, and shall be grounds for disciplinary action by the Board.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 4.00 - Standards of Practice and Professional Conduct › Section 4.14 - Discriminatory Practices Prohibited

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(1) A chiropractor or agent, servant or employee of a licensed chiropractor or of a chiropractic facility shall not refuse or restrict treatment of any person on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, status as a veteran or member of the armed forces, blindness, hearing impairment or any mental or physical disability or illness.
(2) A chiropractor or agent, servant or employee of a licensed chiropractor or of a chiropractic facility employing six or more persons in his or her practice shall not engage in any form of employment discrimination which is unlawful under M.G.L. c. 151B or any other applicable state or federal law.
(3) Violation of 233 CMR 4.14 shall constitute "unprofessional conduct", within the meaning of M.G.L. c. 112, § 93, and shall be grounds for disciplinary action by the Board.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 4.00 - Standards of Practice and Professional Conduct › Section 4.15 - Advisory Rulings

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Any interested person or his attorney may at any time request an advisory ruling with respect to the applicability to any person, property or factual situation of any statute or regulation enforced or administered by the Board. The request shall be addressed to the Board and sent to the secretary or Board clerk by certified mail or delivered in person during normal business hours. All such requests shall be signed by the person making it or his or her attorney, contain his or her address or the address of his or her attorney, and state clearly and concisely the substance or nature of the request. The request may be accompanied by any supporting data, views or arguments. Upon receipt of the request, the Board shall consider it and render its opinion in writing. When an advisory ruling is rendered, a copy of the ruling shall be sent to the person requesting it or his or her attorney. The Board may at any time rescind an advisory ruling.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 4.00 - Standards of Practice and Professional Conduct › Section 4.16 - Solo Practice Inspections

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The Board or its agent may inspect a Solo Practice any time during regular business hours, and without prior notice, for the purpose of verifying that the Solo Practice is properly excepted under 233 CMR 5.00:
Chiropractic Facilities
.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 4.00 - Standards of Practice and Professional Conduct › Section 4.17 - Chiropractic Peer Review

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(1) For the purposes of performing or providing chiropractic Peer Review, a chiropractor shall possess the following minimum qualifications:
(a) hold a current, valid certificate of registration issued by the Board;
(b) have a minimum of four years verifiable experience as a chiropractor licensed in the Commonwealth or another jurisdiction where the person's responsibility included, but was not limited to, patient care, record keeping, and billing unless a waiver is granted by the Board; and
(c)233 CMR 4.17(1)(a) through (b) shall not prohibit an individual from performing a review of a patient file, including a chiropractic patient file, where the individual is expressly permitted to do so under applicable federal or state laws.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 5.00 - Chiropractic Facilities › Section 5.01 - Scope and Purpose

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233 CMR 5.00 establishes the standards for applying for and operating a licensed Chiropractic Facility pursuant to M.G.L. c. 112, § 94A. The purpose of 233 CMR 5.00 is to prevent insurance fraud and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by promoting minimum standards for Chiropractic Facilities throughout the Commonwealth.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 5.00 - Chiropractic Facilities › Section 5.02 - Facility Standards

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(1)
Places for Treatment
. Chiropractic Treatment may only be delivered at a place, office, clinic or establishment holding a current, valid Chiropractic Facility license issued by the Board.
(2)
License Required
. Each Chiropractic Facility within the Commonwealth shall be licensed by the Board before providing Chiropractic Treatment and shall annually renew its license with the Board using an application provided by the Board.
(a) If one Chiropractic Facility consists of more than one location, building, lot of land, or address, said locations, buildings, lots or addresses must be adjoining and connecting.
(b) The Board will consider the following in determining whether two or more places, offices, clinics or establishments (establishments) delivering Chiropractic Treatment at the same address constitute one or more Chiropractic Facilities:
1. The business structure of each establishment, including but not limited to overlap in areas of financing, management, or ownership;
2. The resources shared by the establishments, including but not limited to office space, staff, record storage and maintenance facilities; and
3. The overall impression created by advertising, signage, stationery, and office layouts.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 5.00 - Chiropractic Facilities › Section 5.03 - Duties of the Chiropractor of Record

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(1) The Chiropractor of Record must be of good moral character as set forth in 233 CMR 2.04:
Good Moral Character Requirement
.
(2) The Chiropractor of Record is responsible for the Chiropractic Facility's compliance with M.G.L. c. 112, § 94A and 233 CMR.
(3) The Chiropractor of Record shall cooperate with inspections or investigations conducted by the Board or its agents.
(4) Upon the request of the Board or its agents, the Chiropractor of Record shall provide immediate access to and, if requested, copies of Patient and Business Records.
(5) The Chiropractor of Record must notify the Board within five business days of ceasing to serve as a Chiropractor of Record for any Chiropractic Facility.
(6) The Chiropractor of Record must notify the Board of any known disciplinary actions against any licensees and of any criminal convictions against an employee of the Chiropractic Facility. Such notice must be made to the Board within ten business days of such conviction or disciplinary action.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 5.00 - Chiropractic Facilities › Section 5.04 - Application

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(1) Application for a Chiropractic Facility License may be made by a sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, or limited liability partnership.
(2) An applicant for a Chiropractic Facility License shall:
(a) submit to the Board an application as prescribed by the Board;
(b) In support of the application, each applicant shall submit the following information:
1. If owned by an individual, partnership or trust, the names and ownership percentages of such individual, partners or trustees, except that, in the case of a limited partnership, such information shall be provided only for those limited partners owning 10% or more of the partnership interest and the general partner;
2. If owned by a for profit corporation, the names of all stockholders who hold 10% or more of any class of the outstanding stock, specifying the percentage owned;
3. If owned by a not for profit corporation, the names of the members and directors of the corporation; and
4. The name and ownership percentage of each individual who directly or indirectly has any ownership interest of 10% or more.
(c) pay the required non-refundable fees; and
(d) arrange for the premises to be inspected and approved by the Board.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 5.00 - Chiropractic Facilities › Section 5.05 - Renewal

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(1) To renew a Chiropractic Facility's license, on or before October 31st of each year, an applicant shall submit the following:
(a) a Chiropractic Facility renewal form as prescribed by the Board;
(b) complete information as required on the form, including changes in information since the original application or last renewal; and
(c) the renewal fee.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 5.00 - Chiropractic Facilities › Section 5.06 - Inspections

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The Board or its agent may inspect any Chiropractic Facility at any time during regular business hours, and without prior notice, for the purpose of verifying that the Chiropractic Facility, and its agents or employees are in compliance with all applicable requirements of M.G.L. c. 112, §§ 61 through 65, M.G.L. c. 112, §§ 89 through 97, and 233 CMR.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 233 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF CHIROPRACTORS › Title 233 CMR 5.00 - Chiropractic Facilities › Section 5.07 - Grounds for Disciplinary Action

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(1) The Board may, through the processes set out in M.G.L. c. 30A, c. 112, §§ 61 through 65, and 801 CMR 1.00:
Standard Adjudicatory Rules of Practice and Procedure
, take disciplinary action against any Chiropractic Facility. Grounds for disciplinary action shall include, but shall not be limited to:
(a) Violation of any provision of 233 CMR 5.00;
(b) Unlicensed practice at the Chiropractic Facility or arranged through the Chiropractic Facility. Unlicensed practice includes practice by an individual who:
1. Has never held a license to render care within the discipline in which he or she is acting;
2. Has let his or her license to practice lapse, Expire, or become inactive;
3. Has had her or his license to practice suspended or revoked; or
4. Has voluntarily surrendered his or her license.
(c) Where an owner, Operator, Chiropractor of Record, or any employee of the Chiropractic Facility:
1. Violates or permits the violation of any of the Grounds for Disciplinary Action under 233 CMR 4.06:
Grounds for Disciplinary Action
;
2. Interferes with or obstructs the Board or its agent in the performance of the Board's duties;
3. Is sanctioned for violations of state or federal laws regarding insurance fraud; or
4. Solicits, facilitates, or otherwise permits any provision of sexual services.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 2.00 - Purpose and Definitions › Section 2.01 - Purpose

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234 CMR 2.00 governs the
				licensure and practice of dentistry, dental hygiene and dental assisting in
				Massachusetts by establishing the eligibility and licensure requirements and by
				establishing the standards for the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene and
				dental assisting in the Commonwealth.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 2.00 - Purpose and Definitions › Section 2.03 - Severability

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The provisions of 234 CMR are severable. If any provision in
				234 CMR is declared unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent
				jurisdiction, the validity of the remaining portions shall not be
				affected.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.01 - Purpose

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The purpose of
				234 CMR 4.00 is to specify the
				eligibility and application requirements to obtain an initial or renewal
				license and to specify requirements for the reinstatement of a license that has
				been suspended, surrendered or revoked.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.02 - Reporting of Disciplinary Action, License Denial or Other Restriction of Professional Privileges

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For license applications, disciplinary actions include, but are
				not limited to, revocation, suspension, probation, censure, reprimand, or
				restriction of a license to practice dentistry, dental hygiene or dental
				assisting, non-renewal, denial or restriction of privileges or termination of
				participation. An applicant for initial licensure or renewal of licensure shall
				report:
(1) A denial or restriction of
			 privileges related in any way to:
(a) The
			 applicant's competence to practice dentistry, dental hygiene or dental
			 assisting; or
(b) A complaint or
			 allegation regarding any violation, whether specifically cited or not, of the
			 laws, regulations, or policies of the Board.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.03 - Initial Dentist Licensure by Examination

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The Board may grant a license by examination to an applicant,
				who is of good moral character, has met all eligibility requirements and has
				submitted the following information to the Board:
(1) An accurate, complete and signed
			 application, as specified by the Board for that purpose;
(2) Payment of a non-refundable licensing and
			 application fee as determined by the Executive Office of Administration and
			 Finance, unless waived in accordance with M.G.L. c. 112, § IB;
(3) An original transcript with the college
			 seal stating the degree granted and the date of issue from a CODA-accredited
			 dental school or any successor accrediting agency approved by the Board, or a
			 letter including the college's seal signed by the appropriate authority
			 attesting to the applicant's degree and date of graduation;
(4) A physician's statement made after an
			 examination conducted within one year of the date of application, attesting to
			 the health of the applicant and to any impairments that may affect the ability
			 of the applicant to practice dentistry;
(5) Documentation of a passing score on each
			 of the following exams:
(a) Parts I and II of
			 the ADA National Board Examination;
(b) The CDCA or other state or regional
			 examination approved by the Board; and
(c) Massachusetts Dental Ethics and
			 Jurisprudence Examination or a Board-approved successor examination.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.04 - Initial Dentist Licensure by Credentials

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The Board may grant a license by credentials, without further
				professional examination, to a dentist currently licensed in another
				jurisdiction, provided the applicant is of good moral character, has met all
				eligibility requirements and has submitted the following information to the
				Board:
(1) An accurate, complete and
			 signed application on forms specified by the Board for that purpose;
(2) Payment of a non-refundable licensing and
			 application fee as determined by the Executive Office of Administration and
			 Finance, unless waived in accordance with M.G.L. c. 112, § IB;
(3) An original transcript with the college
			 seal stating the degree granted and the date of issue from a CODA-accredited
			 dental school or any successor accrediting agency approved by the Board, or a
			 letter including the college's seal signed by the appropriate authority
			 attesting to the applicant's degree and date of graduation;
(4) A physician's statement made after an
			 examination conducted within one year of the date of application, attesting to
			 the health of the applicant and to any impairments that may affect the ability
			 of the applicant to practice dentistry;
(5) Proof satisfactory to the Board of a
			 minimum of five years of practice in dentistry or dental education immediately
			 preceding the application for licensure by credentials. An applicant may
			 include private practice; the practice of dentistry in the armed forces;
			 federal, state, and municipal programs; and intern and residency programs as
			 part of this five year dental practice requirement;
(6) Proof satisfactory to the Board that the
			 applicant is currently licensed and in good standing in another jurisdiction
			 based on passing a Board-approved examination;
(7) Documentation of a passing score on each
			 of the following exams:
(a) Parts I and II of
			 the ADA National Board Examination;
(b) The CDCA or other state or regional
			 examination approved by the Board; and
(c) Massachusetts Dental Ethics and
			 Jurisprudence Examination or a Board-approved successor examination.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.05 - Initial Licensure as Limited License Full-time Faculty or Limited License Dental Intern

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Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 112, § 45A, the Board may grant a
				limited license for an applicant to serve as a full-time member of a dental
				college faculty or as a limited license dental intern in a hospital or other
				institution maintained by the state, a county or municipality, or hospital or
				dental infirmary incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth, provided that
				the applicant is of good moral character, has met all eligibility requirements
				and has submitted the following information to the Board:
(1) An accurate, complete and signed
			 application as specified by the Board for that purpose;
(2) Payment of a non-refundable licensing and
			 application fee as determined by the Executive Office of Administration and
			 Finance;
(3) Proof satisfactory to
			 the Board that the applicant has received a diploma in dentistry from the
			 faculty of a reputable dental college:
(a)
			 Graduates of a dental program accredited by CODA or any Board-approved
			 successor accrediting agency shall submit an original transcript with the
			 college seal stating the degree granted and the date of issue, or a letter
			 including the college's seal signed by the appropriate authority attesting to
			 the applicant's degree and date of graduation.
(b) Graduates of non-CODA or foreign dental
			 programs shall submit an original transcript, with college seal stating the
			 date of issuance of a dental diploma. If the transcript is not in English, the
			 applicant shall provide a certified translated copy of the original dental
			 college transcript demonstrating the applicant received a dental
			 degree.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.06 - Renewal of Limited License Full-time Faculty License and Limited License Dental Intern License

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(1)
Full-time Faculty
. A limited licensee issued a limited
			 full-time faculty license may apply to the Board annually to renew the limited
			 license by submitting the application, fees and information required by the
			 Board including the applicant's compliance with CEU requirements at
			 234 CMR
			 8.02(2).
(2)
Limited License Dental
			 Intern
. A limited licensee issued a limited dental intern license
			 may apply annually to renew the limited license(s) and shall not practice
			 dentistry under any initial or renewal limited licenses for more than five
			 years. Before the fifth renewal of a limited license, a limited license dental
			 intern shall pass the CDCA's CED or Board-approved clinical exam and may
			 thereafter apply to the Board annually to renew the limited license(s). A
			 limited licensee shall comply with CEU requirements at
			 234 CMR
			 8.02(2).
(3) A limited licensee who holds a
			 Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration, DEA Registration or otherwise
			 prescribes within the meaning of M.G.L. c. 94C, shall complete annual training
			 required pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94C, § 18(e) as a condition precedent to
			 renewing a license.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.07 - Initial Dental Hygienist Licensure by Examination

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The Board may grant a license by examination to an applicant
				provided the applicant is of good moral character, has met all eligibility
				requirements and has submitted the following information to the Board:
(1) An accurate, complete and signed
			 application, as specified by the Board for that purpose;
(2) Payment of a non-refundable licensing and
			 application fee as determined by the Executive Office of Administration and
			 Finance, unless waived in accordance with M.G.L. c. 112, § IB;
(3) An original transcript with the college
			 seal stating the degree granted and the date of issue from a CODA-accredited
			 dental hygiene program or any successor accrediting agency approved by the
			 Board, or a letter including the college's seal signed by the appropriate
			 authority attesting to the applicant's degree and date of graduation;
(4) Documentation of passing each of the
			 following examinations:
(a) Parts I and II of
			 the ADA National Board Examination for Dental Hygienists;
(b) The CDCA examination for Dental Hygiene
			 or other state or regional examination approved by the Board; and
(c) Massachusetts Dental Ethics and
			 Jurisprudence Examination or any successor examination or a Board-approved
			 successor examination;
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.08 - Initial Dental Hygienist Licensure by Credentials

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The Board may grant a license by credentials, without further
				professional examination, to a dental hygienist currently licensed in another
				jurisdiction provided that the applicant is of good moral character, has met
				all eligibility requirements, and has submitted the following information to
				the Board:
(1) An accurate, complete
			 and signed application, as specified by the Board for that purpose;
(2) Payment of a non-refundable licensing and
			 application fee as determined by the Executive Office of Administration and
			 Finance, unless waived in accordance with M.G.L. c. 112, § IB;
(3) An original transcript with the college
			 seal stating the degree granted and the date of issue from a CODA-accredited
			 dental hygiene program or Board-approved successor accrediting agency, or a
			 letter including the college's seal signed by the appropriate authority
			 attesting to the applicant's degree and date of graduation;
(4) A physician's statement made after an
			 examination conducted within one year of the date of application, attesting to
			 the health of the applicant and to any impairments that may affect the ability
			 of the applicant to practice dental hygiene;
(5) Proof satisfactory to the Board of a
			 minimum of one year of practice in dental hygiene or dental hygiene education
			 immediately preceding the application for licensure by credentials;
(6) Proof satisfactory to the Board that the
			 applicant is currently licensed and in good standing in another jurisdiction
			 based on passing a Board-approved examination;
(7) Documentation of passing each of the
			 following examinations:
(a) Parts I and U of
			 the ADA National Board Examination for Dental Hygienists; and
(b) Massachusetts Dental Ethics and
			 Jurisprudence Examination or any successor examination or a Board-approved
			 successor examination.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.09 - Application for Licensure as a Dental Hygienist by a Dental Student

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The Board may grant a dental hygiene license to a student who
				has completed four full semesters in a CODA-accredited dental school provided
				that the applicant is of good moral character, has met the eligibility
				requirements and has submitted the following information to the Board:
(1) An accurate, complete and signed
			 application, as specified by the Board for that purpose;
(2) Payment of a non-refundable licensing and
			 application fee as determined by the Executive Office of Administration and
			 Finance, unless waived in accordance with M.G.L. c. 112, § IB;
(3) An original transcript with the college
			 seal from the program's authorized official stating the applicant's enrollment
			 and successful completion of four semesters in a CODA-accredited dental
			 school;
(4) Documentation of
			 passing each of the following examinations:
(a) Part I of the ADA National Board
			 Examination for Dentistry; and
(b)
			 The CDCA for Dental Hygiene or other state or regional examination approved by
			 the Board; and
(c) Massachusetts
			 Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence Examination or a Board-approved successor
			 examination;
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.10 - Minimum Requirements for Chapter 112-approved Programs and Chapters 69- and 74-approved Programs That Do Not Have CODA Accreditation

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All Chapter 112-approved Programs, and Chapters 69- and
				74-approved Programs that are not accredited by CODA, must:
(1) culminate in a diploma or certificate of
			 completion or credential; and
(2)
			 consist of an academic program in which:
(a)
			 Students must complete a minimum of 936 hours which includes courses in the
			 content areas specified in 234 CMR 4.10(2)(a) l. through 5.:
1. Biomedical sciences content area:
a. body structure and function;
b. basic concepts of microbiology pertaining
			 to infection control; and
c. basic
			 nutrition.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.11 - Initial Dental Assistant Licensure for EFDA-, CA-, and FTDA-qualified Individuals

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Effective January 1,2015, no individual may practice as an
				EFDA, CA, or FTDA, unless that individual holds a license granted by the Board
				pursuant to 234 CMR 4.11.
The Board may grant a license to an applicant provided the
				applicant is 18 years of age or older, of good moral character, has met all of
				the eligibility requirements, and has submitted the following information to
				the Board:
(1) An accurate, complete
			 and signed application, as specified by the Board for that purpose;
(2) Payment of a non-refundable licensing and
			 application fee as determined by the Executive Office of Administration and
			 Finance, unless waived in accordance with M.G.L. c. 112, § IB;
(3) Documentation of completion of a dental
			 assisting program as follows:
(a) Proof of
			 current certification from DANB or other Board-approved certifying body;
			 or
(b) An original transcript
			 including the date of graduation and degree granted from a dental assisting
			 program that has been authorized, approved, accredited, licensed or certified
			 by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education (DHE), or the New England
			 Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) or both; or
(c) An original transcript including the date
			 of graduation and degree granted from a CODA-accredited program in dental
			 assisting; or
(d) An original
			 transcript including the date of graduation or a letter including the school or
			 program's seal which is signed by the appropriate authority attesting to the
			 applicant's degree, diploma, or certificate, from either a Chapters 69- and
			 74-approved Program in dental assisting or a Chapter 112-approved Program in
			 dental assisting, provided that such program meets the criteria set forth at
			 234
			 CMR 4.10; or
(e) Such other proof of completion of a
			 Chapter 112-approved Program in dental assisting, as the Board may declare to
			 be acceptable via an advisory ruling, provided that such program meets the
			 criteria set forth at
			 234
			 CMR 4.10.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.12 - Initial Licensure for Dental Assistants Trained on the Job (OJT)

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Effective January 1,2015, no individual may practice as an OJT,
				unless that individual holds a license granted by the Board pursuant to 234 CMR
				4.12.
The Board may grant a license to an applicant to practice as a
				dental assistant who is trained on the job provided that the applicant is 18
				years of age or older, of good moral character, is not licensed as a dentist or
				dental hygienist and has submitted the following information to the
				Board:
(1) An accurate, complete and
			 signed application, as specified by the Board for that purpose;
(2) Submission of the name and Massachusetts
			 license number of the supervising licensed dentist;
(3) Payment of a non-refundable licensing and
			 application fee as determined by the Executive Office of Administration and
			 Finance, unless waived in accordance with M.G.L. c. 112, § IB;
(4) Certified letters of standing from all
			 jurisdictions in which the applicant has been issued a license to practice
			 dental assisting, dental hygiene or dentistry, including a report of any past
			 or pending disciplinary action, or any pending complaints against the
			 applicant;
(5) An attestation,
			 signed under the pains and penalties of perjury, that the applicant has read,
			 understands and agrees to comply with
The Policy on Principles of
			 Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct,
published by the American
			 Dental Assistants Association;
(6)
			 Documentation of current BLS certification or CPR/AED certification;
(7) Documentation of completed course on the
			 CDC Guidelines;
(8) A statement
			 disclosing any and all disciplinary, civil or criminal action taken or filed
			 against the applicant at any time after reaching the age of majority and prior
			 to the date of application, with supporting documentation as the Board may
			 require;
(9) A passport-sized color
			 photograph;
(10) Proof satisfactory
			 to the Board of good moral character;
(11) An attestation signed under pains and
			 penalties of perjury, that the applicant has complied with all state tax laws
			 pursuant to M.G L. c. 62C, § 49A and child support laws pursuant to M.G.L.
			 c. 119A, § 16(a);
(12) An
			 attestation, signed under the pains and penalties of perjury, that the
			 applicant has obtained, within one year prior to the date of application, a
			 written statement from a physician attesting to the applicant's health and
			 fitness to practice dental assisting, which applicant shall make available to
			 the Board upon request; and
(13) If
			 an applicant has received on-the-job training in a language other than English,
			 the applicant shall achieve a minimum passing score, as specified by the Board,
			 on a Board-designated test of English language proficiency.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.13 - Notice of Intent to Apply as a First-time Dental Assistant Trained on the Job (OJT)

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(1) A person who is
			 18 years of age or older, who has never been licensed or registered as a
			 dentist, dental hygienist or dental assistant and who is not in violation of
			 any rule or regulation adopted by the Board may practice as a dental assistant
			 under the supervision of a licensed dentist without being registered by the
			 Board for a one-time period of up to six consecutive months to commence from
			 the beginning of the initial period of on-the-job training.
(2)
Notice of
			 Intent
. Before starting non-licensed on-the-job training, an
			 individual shall notify the Board in writing of the intent to train on a form
			 prescribed by the Board and submit the following documentation:
(a) A complete, accurate, signed, and
			 notarized notice of intent as specified by the Board for that
			 purpose;
(b) An attestation the
			 applicant has never practiced or been licensed as a dentist, dental hygienist,
			 or dental assistant;
(c)
			 Certification by the supervising licensed dentist on a form prescribed by the
			 Board that such dentist, is responsible for supervising the person named in the
			 notice of intent to apply, has verified the person has completed education in
			 CDC Guidelines, and is not in violation of any rule or regulation adopted by
			 the Board; and
(d) Date when the
			 six-month non-licensed, on-the-job training period will start.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.15 - Applicant and Licensee Responsibilities

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(1) Each licensee shall inform the Board in
			 writing, as directed by the Board, of any change in the address where the
			 licensee receives mail within 30 calendar days of such change. Failure to
			 comply with 234 CMR 4.15(1) shall not excuse the licensee from timely renewing
			 a license or responding to Board communications.
(2) Applicants or licensees shall inform the
			 Board, in writing within 30 calendar days of any change in information provided
			 to the Board in connection with a license or application including, but not
			 limited to, information related to
			 234 CMR 9.03(l)(t),
			 (hh), (ii) or (jj).
(3) All applications for licensure or permits
			 shall be made on forms and in compliance with instructions provided by the
			 Board.
(4) Applicants and licensees
			 shall ensure all information provided to the Board or its designee in
			 connection with any application for licensure or permit is accurate and
			 complete.
(5) The Board may require
			 an applicant or licenseeto submit additional information to determine whether
			 the applicant is qualified or is of good moral character. The Board may require
			 an applicant or licensee to provide information either in person or in writing,
			 or both. Failure to cooperate with or submit requested information to the Board
			 shall constitute grounds for denial of an initial or renewal
			 application.
(6) Applicants and
			 licensees shall pay all fees and charges required for licensing examinations,
			 processing of license applications and issuance of licenses. All such fees and
			 charges are non-refundable.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.16 - Reinstatement of a License Which Has Been Revoked, Surrendered or Suspended

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(1) A licensee
			 whose license has been revoked, surrendered or suspended shall petition the B
			 oard for reinstatement of the license as provided in a consent agreement or B
			 oard final decision and order. If not otherwise specified by consent agreement
			 or Board order, the licensee shall petition the Board for license reinstatement
			 by the following procedure:
(a) Licensee shall
			 submit a petition for reinstatement which sets forth in detail the background
			 of the complaint and disciplinary action taken and the reasons why the license
			 should be reinstated and shall also include:
1. Documentation acceptable to the Board of
			 completion of the conditions of any consent agreement or final decision and
			 order issued by the Board;
2. A
			 detailed summary of the licensee's activities during the revocation, suspension
			 or surrender including, but not limited to, the licensee's professional
			 conduct, remedial actions and academic and other continuing education
			 pursuits;
3. Documentation
			 acceptable to the Board of completion of CEU requirements at
			 234 CMR
			 8.00:
Continuing Education
and any
			 CEUs required by a consent agreement or Board order;
4. An outline of projected professional plans
			 for the 24 month period following reinstatement;
5. If requested by the Board, statements from
			 at least three persons attesting to the character or health of the applicant as
			 well as the applicant's work and professional history since the date of
			 revocation, suspension or surrender and the basis of the affiant's
			 knowledge;
6. Upon the Board's
			 request, a licensee shall undergo assessment by a qualified medical,
			 psychiatric or psychological professional, acceptable to the Board, and
			 authorize the evaluating provider to release the assessment to the Board to
			 determine the licensee's ability to practice dentistry, dental hygiene or
			 dental assisting in a safe and competent manner; and
7. An affidavit, signed under pains and
			 penalties of perjury, attesting to the licensee's compliance with all laws of
			 the Commonwealth relating to the payment of state taxes pursuant to M.G.L. c.
			 62C, § 49A, child support pursuant to M.G.L. c. 119A, § 16(a), to the
			 completion of all continuing education requirements pursuant to
			 234 CMR
			 8.00:
Continuing Education,
and to
			 the truthfulness of all statements contained in the licensee's petition for
			 reinstatement.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 4.00 - Licensure and license renewal applications › Section 4.17 - License Retirement

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(1) A licensee
			 who meets the eligibility requirements in 234 CMR 4.17(2) may submit a petition
			 to the Board to request that his or her license be placed on retired status. A
			 retired status is a non-disciplinary license status. The Board will not review
			 any petition for reinstatement or return to current status from any licensee
			 whose status has been changed to retired status.
(2) A licensee will be eligible to submit a
			 petition for retired status, if he or she:
(a)
			 Has a license that is not surrendered, suspended or revoked at the time of the
			 petition; and
(b) Demonstrates, to
			 the Board's satisfaction, that he or she intends to permanently retire from
			 active practice in the Commonwealth and in all other jurisdictions.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 5.00 - REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY, DENTAL HYGIENE, AND DENTAL ASSISTING › Section 5.01 - Purpose

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The purpose of
				234 CMR 5.00 is to set forth
				the standards and requirements that licensees of the Board must comply with in
				the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene and dental assisting in the
				Commonwealth.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 5.00 - REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY, DENTAL HYGIENE, AND DENTAL ASSISTING › Section 5.02 - General Requirements for the Conduct of a Dental Practice

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(1) Any person who
			 owns, leases, maintains, or operates a dental practice in any facility or
			 room(s) where dental services are provided, or directly or indirectly is
			 director, proprietor or conductor of same, is required to conduct such dental
			 practice in accordance with M.G.L. c. 112, §§ 43 through 53 and 234
			 CMR.
(2) A dental practice not
			 wholly owned by a dentist or dentists licensed to practice dentistry in the
			 Commonwealth shall be licensed as a dental clinic or hospital pursuant to
			 M.G.L. c. 111, § 51 unless it is exempt from such licensure pursuant to
			 M.G.L. c. 111, § 52.
(3) The
			 owner(s) of a dental practice where any non-owner dentist practices dentistry
			 shall designate a dentist who holds a valid license issued pursuant to M.G.L.
			 c. 112, § 45 to act as Dental Director. The appointment of a Dental
			 Director shall not absolve any owner or other licensee practicing at the site
			 from ensuring that the dental practice is established, maintained and operated
			 in accordance with M.G.L. c. 112, §§ 43 through 53, 61 and 234 CMR
			 and any rule, advisory or written policy adopted by the Board related to the
			 practice of dentistry, dental hygiene, or dental assisting. A non-owner dentist
			 includes, but is not limited to, a dentist who works full-time, part-time or on
			 a temporary basis or as an independent contractor.
(a) The name of the Dental Director and at
			 least one of the owners who is a dentist licensed to practice dentistry in the
			 Commonwealth shall be posted at each practice site in a public place where a
			 patient can observe such notice.
(b) The Dental Director shall, at a minimum,
			 be responsible for implementing policies and procedures to ensure compliance
			 with local ordinances and state and federal statutes and regulations governing
			 the practice of dentistry in areas including, but not limited to:
1.Licensure and qualifications of dentists
			 and dental auxiliaries;
2.Delegation of duties to dental auxiliaries
			 pursuant to
			 234 CMR 5.10
			 and
			 5.11;
3.Anesthesia administration as permitted by
			 the Board;
4.State and federal
			 controlled substances rules and regulations;
5.CDC guidelines, including weekly spore
			 testing;
6.OSHA
			 standards;
7.Radiation control
			 requirements;
8.Posting dental
			 licenses in the practice;
9.Advertising dental services or
			 fees;
10.Schedule of equipment and
			 drugs to ensure timely inspections, maintenance and current drugs;
			 and
11.Compliance with applicable
			 local, state and federal regulations and statutes, including, but not limited
			 to, occupancy codes, fire safety codes, and disposal of hazardous
			 waste.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 5.00 - REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY, DENTAL HYGIENE, AND DENTAL ASSISTING › Section 5.03 - Dental Specialties

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(1) A
			 dentist may hold him/herself out as an ADA specialist in a particular area of
			 practice only if he/she:
(a) Has completed a
			 specialty education program approved by the American Dental Association (ADA)
			 and the Commission on Dental Accreditation or the Commission on Dental
			 Accreditation of Canada; and
(b) Is
			 eligible for examination by a national specialty board recognized by the ADA;
			 or
(c) Is a diplomate of a national
			 specialty board recognized by the ADA.
Code of Massachusetts Regulations › 234 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN DENTISTRY › Title 234 CMR 5.00 - REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY, DENTAL HYGIENE, AND DENTAL ASSISTING › Section 5.04 - Posting of Licenses and Permits and Identification of Personnel

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(1) A licensee
			 shall post his or her name and current license, or copy of said license in each
			 location of practice in a place where it can be observed by the
			 public.
(2) A licensee shall post
			 his or her individual anesthesia and Facility Permit, if applicable, in each
			 practice site in a place where they can be observed by the public.
(3) All licensees and dental auxiliaries
			 providing dental services to a patient, or assisting a dentist in the direct
			 care or treatment of a patient, shall wear a name tag with the individual's
			 name and professional title and function.