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Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › STANDARDS OF PRACTICE › Section 630A.136 - Reports to Board of certain claims involving malpractice

Current through June 11, 2024
1. If a judgment is entered against a homeopathic physician or advanced practitioner of homeopathy in any court, or a settlement is reached, on a claim involving malpractice, the homeopathic physician or advanced practitioner of homeopathy shall report that fact to the Board within 60 days after the judgment is entered or the settlement is reached.
2. As used in this section:
(a) "Community" embraces the entire area customarily served by homeopathic physicians and advanced practitioners of homeopathy among whom a patient may reasonably choose, not merely the particular area inhabited by the patients of that individual homeopathic physician or advanced practitioner of homeopathy or the particular city or place where the homeopathic physician or advanced practitioner of homeopathy has his or her office.
(b) "Malpractice" means failure on the part of a homeopathic physician or advanced practitioner of homeopathy to exercise the degree of care, diligence and skill ordinarily exercised by homeopathic physicians and advanced practitioners of homeopathy in good standing in the community in which he or she practices.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › STANDARDS OF PRACTICE › Section 630A.138 - Consultation with another provider of health care

Current through June 11, 2024
A homeopathic physician shall consult with another provider of health care in difficult cases or in cases where the homeopathic physician is in doubt if it appears to the homeopathic physician that such consultation may enhance the quality of homeopathic medical services.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs by R058-00, eff. 12-11-2000
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › STANDARDS OF PRACTICE › Section 630A.140 - Advertising: Prohibited acts

Current through June 11, 2024
A homeopathic physician in advertising his or her practice shall not:
1. Make any false claim of his or her medical skill or the efficacy or value of the medicine or treatment he or she uses.
2. Claim or imply superiority in the performance of any professional service as compared to other homeopathic physicians.
3. Make any other statement calculated to attract patients which may mislead the public.
4. Be deceptive or misleading or make false statements in regard to the fee or terms of credit for services performed or to be performed.
5. Make statements which have a tendency to produce unrealistic expectations in particular cases, even though no member of the public is actually deceived, misled or harmed.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › INTRASTATE PRACTICE USING ELECTRONIC MEANS › Section 630A.142 - Construction of provisions

Current through June 11, 2024
Nothing in NAC to 630A.148, inclusive, shall be construed to:
1. Authorize any person not licensed or certified pursuant to chapter 630A of NRS to engage in the intrastate practice of homeopathic medicine using electronic means; or
2. Regulate the practice of homeopathic medicine using electronic means by a homeopathic physician or advanced practitioner of homeopathy if:
(a) The homeopathic physician or advanced practitioner of homeopathy is not located in this State; or
(b) The patient who is being treated by the homeopathic physician or advanced practitioner of homeopathy is not located in this State.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › INTRASTATE PRACTICE USING ELECTRONIC MEANS › Section 630A.144 - Homeopathic physicians: Restrictions

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, a homeopathic physician may engage in the intrastate practice of homeopathic medicine using electronic means.
2. While engaging in the intrastate practice of homeopathic medicine using electronic means, a homeopathic physician shall not:
(a) Provide any homeopathic service to a patient unless the homeopathic physician:
(1) Obtains a reasonable homeopathic history of the patient before providing the homeopathic service to the patient;
(2) Personally examines the patient before providing the homeopathic service to the patient if homeopathic physicians in the community in which the homeopathic physician practices would ordinarily personally examine such a patient before providing the homeopathic service; and
(3) Complies with all applicable state and federal laws; or
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › INTRASTATE PRACTICE USING ELECTRONIC MEANS › Section 630A.146 - Homeopathic physicians: Duties

Current through June 11, 2024
A homeopathic physician engaging in the intrastate practice of homeopathic medicine by electronic means shall:
1. Ensure that the electronic transfer of information is reasonably secure and conducted in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws;
2. Retain health care records in accordance with the requirements of chapter 629 of NRS;
3. Discuss with each patient the risks and benefits of medication and any homeopathic services;
4. Conduct follow-up contact with each patient in a timely manner after recommending any homeopathic services;
5. Discuss with each patient various treatment alternatives that are available; and
6. Disclose to each patient that a physical examination or assessment by a homeopathic physician is always recommended before the use of homeopathic services.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs by R043-03, eff. 9-24-2003
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › INTRASTATE PRACTICE USING ELECTRONIC MEANS › Section 630A.148 - Advanced practitioners of homeopathy: Written protocol

Current through June 11, 2024
An advanced practitioner of homeopathy shall not engage in the intrastate practice of homeopathic medicine using electronic means unless a written protocol authorizing such practice is submitted to and approved by the Board pursuant to NAC 630A.490.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs by R043-03, eff. 9-24-2003
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.295
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.160 - Verification of pleadings; answer to complaint; depositions prohibited

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All pleadings must be verified.
2. A party may respond to a complaint by filing an answer within 20 days after receiving the complaint. If a party fails to file an answer within the time prescribed, he or she shall be deemed to have generally denied the allegations of the complaint.
3. Depositions of witnesses may not be taken before the hearing.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.210
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.170 - Filing of pleading, motion or other paper

Current through June 11, 2024
The original and two copies of each pleading, motion or other paper must be filed with the Secretary-Treasurer of the Board. He or she may require the party filing the document to make a copy available to any other person who the Secretary determines may be affected by the proceeding and who desires a copy.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.210
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.180 - Service of documents; proof of service

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Any document required to be served by a party, other than a notice of hearing, complaint, adverse decision or order of the Board, may be served by regular mail, and the service shall be deemed complete when a true copy of the document, properly addressed and stamped, is deposited in the United States mail.
2. There must appear on, or be attached to, each document which is required to be served proof of service by means of a certificate of an attorney or the attorney's employee, a proof of personal service, a written admission of service or an affidavit of mailing.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.210, 630A.490
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.190 - Motions

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All motions, unless made during a hearing, must be in writing. All written motions must set forth the nature of the relief sought, the grounds therefor, and the points and authorities relied upon in support of the motion.
2. A party who desires to oppose a motion may serve and file a written response to the motion within 20 days after service of the motion. The moving party may serve and file a written reply to the opposition to the motion within 10 days after the response is filed.
3. A decision on the motion will be rendered without oral argument unless oral argument is requested by the Board, in which event the Board will set a date and time for hearing the arguments.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.210
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.200 - Entry of appearance

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Each party to a disciplinary hearing shall enter his or her appearance at the beginning of a hearing or at a time designated by the Board by giving his or her name and address and stating his or her position or interest to the Board. That information must be entered in the record of the hearing.
2. Following the entry of an appearance by an attorney for a party, all notices, pleadings and orders to be served on that party must be served upon the attorney, and that service is valid for all purposes concerning the party.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.210
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.210 - Hearings

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Hearings will be held before a majority of the members of the Board.
2. The member of the Board who is presiding over the hearing will call the hearing to order and note the appearances of board members, the parties and their counsel, if any. The Board will act upon any pending motions, stipulations and preliminary matters. The notice of hearing, complaint, petition, answer, response or written stipulation is a part of the record without the necessity of being read unless a party requests that the document be read verbatim into the record.
3. Applicants, petitioners or complainants shall present their evidence before the parties who are opposing the application, petition or complaint submit their evidence.
4. The Board may allow closing statements by the parties.
5. Briefs may be filed upon motion of a party or at the request of the Board. The time for filing briefs will be set by the Board.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.210
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.220 - Decision by Board

Current through June 11, 2024
A case stands submitted for decision by the Board after the taking of evidence, the filing of briefs or the presentation of oral arguments, if permitted. The Board will issue its order or render its decision within 90 days after the hearing or the submission of the case.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.210
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.230 - Service of copy of findings and order

Current through June 11, 2024
A copy of the disciplinary findings and the order of the Board must be served by personal service or by certified mail upon the person affected by them and upon the person's attorney of record.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.210
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.240 - Petition for declaratory order or advisory opinion

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A petition for a declaratory order or advisory opinion may be filed by a holder of or an applicant for a license or permit to practice homeopathic medicine.
2. The original and seven copies of the petition must be filed with the Secretary-Treasurer of the Board not less than 10 days before the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board. The Secretary-Treasurer will submit the petition to the Board at that meeting. Within 30 days after the meeting, the Board will issue its declaratory order or advisory opinions.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85-Substituted in revision for NAC 630A.040
NRS 630A.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › PRACTICE BEFORE THE BOARD OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS › Section 630A.250 - Petitions concerning regulations

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A petition requesting the adoption, filing, amendment or repeal of any regulation must be accompanied by a draft of the proposed regulation in a form suitable for filing with the Secretary of State.
2. The original and seven copies of the petition and the proposed regulation must be filed with the Secretary-Treasurer of the Board.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 8-29-85-Substituted in revision for NAC 630A.030
NRS 630A.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Homeopathic Assistants › Section 630A.300 - Application for certificate

Current through June 11, 2024
1. An applicant for a certificate to practice as a homeopathic assistant must submit to the Board a notarized application on a form furnished by the Board. The form may be obtained from the Office of the Board or from the Internet website of the Board.
2. The applicant must include on the application, or in an attachment thereto, any information required by the Board, including, without limitation:
(a) His or her place and date of birth;
(b) His or her social security number as required pursuant to NRS 630A.246;
(c) The address and telephone number of his or her place of residence and place of business;
(d) Proof that he or she meets the qualifications required by the Board pursuant to subsections 1, 2 and 3 of NAC 630A.320;
(e) A list describing any license or certificate that the applicant has earned which required the completion of medical training or which authorizes him or her to provide medical services;
(f) A statement disclosing whether he or she has ever been convicted of a crime;
(g) A statement disclosing whether any disciplinary action has ever been taken against the applicant in his or her capacity as the holder of a license or certificate which authorizes him or her to provide medical services;
(h) A photograph of the applicant which was taken not more than 60 days before the application is submitted;
(i) A complete set of the applicant's fingerprints on a form which is furnished by the Board, along with the written consent of the applicant for the Board to forward the fingerprints to a law enforcement agency for a report on the criminal history of the applicant; and
(j) A letter of recommendation from:
(1) A homeopathic physician who is actively engaged in the practice of homeopathic medicine in this State; and
(2) Two persons who have known the applicant for at least 1 year.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Homeopathic Assistants › Section 630A.310 - Grounds for denial of certificate; notice of denial

Current through June 11, 2024
1. The Board may deny a certificate to practice as a homeopathic assistant to an applicant if:
(a) The application does not contain the information required pursuant to NAC 630A.300;
(b) The applicant does not possess the qualifications required pursuant to subsections 1, 2 and 3 of NAC 630A.320;
(c) The applicant does not pass the examination required pursuant to NAC 630A.330 within 1 year after submitting the application; or
(d) Disciplinary action has been taken against the applicant in his or her capacity as the holder of a license or certificate which authorizes him or her to provide medical services.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Homeopathic Assistants › Section 630A.320 - Qualifications for certificate

Current through June 11, 2024
An applicant for a certificate to practice as a homeopathic assistant must possess the qualifications required by the Board, including, without limitation:
1. Graduation from high school.
2. Successful completion of at least one training program approved by the Board. This training may include, without limitation, a program to become certified or licensed to practice as:
(a) A medical assistant;
(b) A physician assistant;
(c) A registered nurse;
(d) A licensed practical nurse;
(e) An emergency medical technician;
(f) A medic in the Armed Forces of the United States;
(g) A medical technician;
(h) A massage therapist; or
(i) A physical therapist or physical therapist's assistant.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Homeopathic Assistants › Section 630A.330 - Examination to practice

Current through June 11, 2024
1. The Board will administer an examination to practice as a homeopathic assistant at least two times each year at the dates and times established by the Board. An applicant for a certificate to practice as a homeopathic assistant must submit the application required pursuant to NAC 630A.300 to the Secretary-Treasurer of the Board not later than 60 days before the date scheduled for the examination to be eligible to take that examination.
2. The examination will consist of an open-book written examination and an oral examination.
3. The Secretary-Treasurer shall notify an applicant to practice as a homeopathic assistant of the time and place of the examination not later than 20 days before the date scheduled for the examination.
4. Any book, note or other material approved by the Board may be used during the written examination.
5. To practice as a homeopathic assistant, an applicant must receive:
(a) A score of at least 70 percent on the written examination; or
(b) A passing score on the oral examination from a majority of the board members who are present and grading the examination, which will be graded on a pass or fail basis.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Homeopathic Assistants › Section 630A.350 - Requirements regarding supervising homeopathic physician

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A homeopathic physician who supervises a homeopathic assistant must be licensed to practice homeopathic medicine in the State of Nevada and must currently practice homeopathic medicine in the State of Nevada.
2. A homeopathic assistant who is supervised by a homeopathic physician must be employed by that physician or by the entity that employs the homeopathic physician.
3. The supervising homeopathic physician of a homeopathic assistant shall meet and communicate with the homeopathic assistant whom he or she supervises on each day that the homeopathic assistant provides medical services.
4. The supervising homeopathic physician remains responsible for all medical services provided by a homeopathic assistant supervised by him or her.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 10-25-96
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.299
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Homeopathic Assistants › Section 630A.360 - Acceptable activities; medical diagnosis and determination of treatment forbidden

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, a homeopathic assistant may perform electrodermal screening or any other activity related to the practice of homeopathy that his or her supervising homeopathic physician determines he or she is qualified to perform.
2. A homeopathic assistant shall not make a medical diagnosis or determine the treatment of a patient.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 10-25-96
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.299
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Homeopathic Assistants › Section 630A.370 - Cessation of supervision: Notification; suspension and reactivation of certificate

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A homeopathic physician who ceases to supervise a homeopathic assistant shall notify the Board and the homeopathic assistant in writing within 10 days after that supervision ceases. Upon receipt of a notice, the Board will automatically suspend the certificate of the homeopathic assistant.
2. A homeopathic assistant whose certificate is suspended pursuant to subsection 1 may reactivate his or her certificate before the date on which the certificate is due for renewal if:
(a) The homeopathic assistant is reemployed as a homeopathic assistant; and
(b) The homeopathic assistant submits to the Board proof of employment from his or her new supervising homeopathic physician.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.400 - Application for certificate

Current through June 11, 2024
1. An applicant for a certificate to practice as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy must submit to the Board a notarized application on a form furnished by the Board. The form may be obtained from the Office of the Board or from the Internet website of the Board.
2. The applicant must include on the application, or in an attachment thereto, any information required by the Board, including, without limitation:
(a) His or her place and date of birth;
(b) His or her social security number as required pursuant to NRS 630A.246;
(c) The address and telephone number of his or her place of residence and place of business;
(d) Proof that the applicant meets the qualifications required by the Board pursuant to subsections 1, 2 and 3 of NAC 630A.420;
(e) A list describing any license or certificate that the applicant has earned which required the completion of medical or professional training or which authorizes him or her to provide medical or professional services;
(f) A statement disclosing whether the applicant has ever been convicted of a crime;
(g) A statement disclosing whether any disciplinary action has ever been taken against the applicant in his or her capacity as the holder of a license or certificate which authorizes him or her to provide medical or professional services;
(h) A photograph of the applicant which was taken not more than 60 days before the application is submitted;
(i) A complete set of the applicant's fingerprints on a form which is furnished by the Board, along with the written consent of the applicant for the Board to forward the fingerprints to a law enforcement agency for a report on the criminal history of the applicant; and
(j) A letter of recommendation from:
(1) A homeopathic physician who is actively engaged in the practice of homeopathic medicine in this State; and
(2) Two persons who have known the applicant for at least 1 year.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.410 - Grounds for denial of certificate; notice of denial

Current through June 11, 2024
1. The Board may deny a certificate to practice as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy to an applicant if:
(a) The application does not contain the information required pursuant to NAC 630A.400;
(b) The applicant does not possess the qualifications required pursuant to subsections 1, 2 and 3 of NAC 630A.420;
(c) The applicant does not pass the examination required pursuant to subsection 4 of NAC 630A.420 within 1 year after submitting the application; or
(d) Disciplinary action has been taken against the applicant in his or her capacity as the holder of a license or certificate which authorizes him or her to provide medical services.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.415 - Effect of revocation of certificate to practice any type of medicine in another jurisdiction

Current through June 11, 2024
1. The Board will not issue a certificate as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy to an applicant who has been certified to practice any type of medicine in another jurisdiction and whose certificate was revoked for gross medical negligence by that jurisdiction.
2. The Board may revoke the certificate of any person certified to practice any type of medicine in another jurisdiction which was revoked for gross medical negligence by that jurisdiction.
3. The revocation of a certificate to practice any type of medicine in another jurisdiction on grounds other than grounds which would constitute revocation for gross medical negligence constitutes grounds for initiating disciplinary action or denying the issuance of a certificate as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs by R105-03, eff. 9-24-2003
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.295
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.420 - Qualifications for certificate

Current through June 11, 2024
An applicant for a certificate to practice as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy must possess the qualifications required by the Board, including, without limitation:
1. A baccalaureate degree from a college or university which is approved by the Board or equivalent qualifications as determined and approved by the Board.
2. Successful completion of at least one of the following training programs approved by the Board:
(a) A program to become certified or licensed to practice as:
(1) A nurse practitioner;
(2) A registered nurse;
(3) A chiropractor;
(4) An acupuncturist or doctor of oriental medicine;
(5) A naturopathic physician;
(6) A physician assistant;
(7) A psychologist;
(8) A marriage and family therapist;
(9) A physical therapist;
(10) An occupational therapist;
(11) An emergency medical technician;
(12) A medical technician; or
(13) A midwife;
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.430 - Successful completion of examination to practice as homeopathic physician required

Current through June 11, 2024
To practice as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy, a person must successfully complete the examination given by the Board to applicants to practice as a homeopathic physician pursuant to NAC 630A.060 which is administered by the Board at least two times each year. An applicant will be notified and his or her examination administered and scored in the same manner as set forth in that section.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 10-25-96
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.295
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.435 - Certification by reciprocity: Authority of Board; qualifications of applicant

Current through June 11, 2024
The Board may, in its discretion, issue a certificate to an applicant who holds a valid certificate as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy issued to him or her by the homeopathic medical examining board of the District of Columbia or of any state or territory of the United States if:
1. The legal requirements of the homeopathic medical examining board were, at the time of issuing the certificate, in no degree or particular less than those of this State at the time when the certificate was issued.
2. The applicant is of good moral character and reputation.
3. The applicant passes an oral examination, where required by the Board.
4. The applicant furnishes to the Board such other proof of qualifications, professional or moral, as the Board may require.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs by R105-03, eff. 9-24-2003
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.295
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.438 - Certification by reciprocity: Waiver of written examination; interview by Board

Current through June 11, 2024
1. In addition to the requirements set forth in NAC 630A.435, an applicant may obtain a certificate as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy by reciprocity without a written examination if the applicant submits a certificate endorsed by the homeopathic medical examining board of any state, territory or the District of Columbia which certified the applicant indicating that:
(a) He or she passed an examination to obtain the certificate;
(b) His or her certification has never been revoked or suspended; and
(c) The photograph and signature appearing on the certification are that of the applicant.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.441 - Temporary, special and restricted certificates: Issuance; purposes; revocation

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC 630A.415, the Board may:
(a) Issue a temporary certificate, to be effective not more than 6 months after issuance, to any advanced practitioner of homeopathy who is eligible for a permanent certificate in this State and who also is of good moral character and reputation. The purpose of the temporary certificate is to enable an eligible advanced practitioner of homeopathy to serve as a substitute for some other advanced practitioner of homeopathy who is certified to practice homeopathic medicine in this State and who is absent from his or her practice for reasons deemed sufficient by the Board. A temporary certificate issued under the provisions of this paragraph is not renewable.
(b) Issue a special certificate to an advanced practitioner of homeopathy who is certified in another state to come into this State to care for or assist in the treatment of his or her own patients in association with a homeopathic physician licensed in this State. A special certificate issued under the provisions of this paragraph is limited to the care of a specific patient.
(c) Issue a restricted certificate for a specified period if the Board determines the applicant needs supervision or restriction.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.443 - Prerequisites to issuance of temporary or special certificate; contents of special certificate

Current through June 11, 2024
1. An applicant for a temporary certificate as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy must furnish to the Board, along with his or her application, a letter from the advanced practitioner of homeopathy for whom the applicant is to serve as a substitute requesting the issuance of the temporary certificate and stating the reasons for the absence from his or her practice and the period of the absence.
2. An advanced practitioner of homeopathy certified in the District of Columbia or in any state or territory of the United States who applies to the Board for a special certificate as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy in this State for a specified period and for specific purposes must do so by a letter, accompanied by proof that he or she holds a valid certificate issued to him or her by the District of Columbia, state or territory.
3. The applicant for a nonrenewable temporary or a special certificate may be required to appear before the Board or one of its members for an oral interview before the issuance of the certificate.
4. A special certificate will state on its face the period during which it is valid and the specified purposes for the certificate.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs by R105-03, eff. 9-24-2003; A by R217-08, 12-17-2008
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.295
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.450 - Supervising homeopathic physician: Qualifications; general duties; provision of certain information to Board

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A homeopathic physician who supervises an advanced practitioner of homeopathy must currently practice homeopathic medicine in the State of Nevada.
2. The supervising homeopathic physician shall consult with and monitor the quality of care provided by the advanced practitioner.
3. The supervising homeopathic physician shall provide to the Board:
(a) The current physical address and telephone number of each location where an advanced practitioner of homeopathy whom he or she supervises provides medical services; and
(b) Any change in such information.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.460 - Supervising homeopathic physician: Program to monitor quality of care; measures to protect public safety or ensure high quality services

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A homeopathic physician who supervises an advanced practitioner of homeopathy shall develop and implement a program to monitor the quality of care provided by the advanced practitioner. As part of the program, the supervising homeopathic physician shall:
(a) Assess the competency of the advanced practitioner to provide medical services;
(b) Review selected medical charts of the advanced practitioner; and
(c) Maintain accurate records and documentation of the program for each advanced practitioner whom the homeopathic physician supervises.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.470 - Supervising homeopathic physician: Availability for consultation; on-site supervision; miscellaneous duties

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection and subsection 2, a homeopathic physician who supervises an advanced practitioner of homeopathy must be available to consult with the advanced practitioner by phone or in person at all times when the advanced practitioner provides medical services. If the supervising homeopathic physician cannot be available, he or she shall designate an equally qualified homeopathic physician to be available for consultation.
2. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the Board may require a homeopathic physician who supervises an advanced practitioner of homeopathy to provide continuous on-site supervision of the advanced practitioner of homeopathy at all times when the advanced practitioner provides medical services if the Board determines it is necessary to do so. If the supervising homeopathic physician cannot provide continuous on-site supervision, he or she shall designate an equally qualified homeopathic physician to provide continuous on-site supervision.
3. The supervising homeopathic physician shall ensure that the advanced practitioner:
(a) Does not use a prescription which has been signed by a physician before a patient requires the prescription; and
(b) Is aware of all laws and regulations with which he or she must comply, including, without limitation, the regulations of the State Board of Pharmacy regarding prescriptions, controlled substances, and dangerous drugs and devices.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.480 - Authorized activities; measures to protect public safety or ensure high quality services

Current through June 11, 2024
1. An advanced practitioner of homeopathy may perform only those acts which he or she is:
(a) Authorized by the Board to perform pursuant to subsection 2; and
(b) Authorized to perform pursuant to the protocol established pursuant to NAC 630A.490.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.490 - Written protocol; informed consent form for patients

Current through June 11, 2024
1. An advanced practitioner of homeopathy and his or her supervising homeopathic physician shall prepare and sign a written protocol, demonstrating agreement to the terms and content of the protocol. The protocol must include, without limitation:
(a) A description of the scope of practice of the advanced practitioner as authorized by the supervising homeopathic physician, which may include, without limitation:
(1) A statement setting forth the modalities and services the advanced practitioner may provide; and
(2) A statement setting forth any limitations or restrictions imposed by the Board upon the practice of the advanced practitioner;
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.500 - Annual review of protocol; documentation of findings; review of records by supervising homeopathic physician and Board

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A homeopathic physician and an advanced practitioner of homeopathy whom he or she supervises shall conduct and document a review of the protocol required pursuant to NRS 630A.293 each year at the time the certificate of the advanced practitioner is renewed.
2. The advanced practitioner shall maintain accurate records documenting all pertinent historical and physical findings concerning a patient, including, without limitation, the plan for the treatment of a patient.
3. The supervising homeopathic physician shall review a sample of the records of the findings of the advanced practitioner at least once every 6 months to ensure that the advanced practitioner is complying with the protocol.
4. The supervising homeopathic physician and the advanced practitioner shall make any medical record available to the Board for review. A review conducted by the Board will be in accordance with the laws relating to the confidentiality of medical records.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff. 10-25-96; A by R105-03, 9-24-2003
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.293
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.510 - Cessation of supervision: Procedure; suspension of certificate

Current through June 11, 2024
1. An advanced practitioner of homeopathy who ceases to be supervised by a homeopathic physician shall notify the Board in writing within 10 days after his or her supervision ceases. The supervising physician of the advanced practitioner shall also notify the Board in writing within 10 days after the cessation of the supervision. Upon receipt of a notice, the Board will automatically suspend the certificate of the advanced practitioner.
2. An advanced practitioner whose certificate is suspended pursuant to subsection 1 may reactivate his or her certificate before the date on which his or her certificate is due for renewal if:
(a) The advanced practitioner submits to the Board proof of supervision from his or her new supervising homeopathic physician; and
(b) The advanced practitioner and his or her new supervising homeopathic physician prepare and file a written protocol and informed consent form with the Board as required pursuant to NAC 630A.490 within 30 days after the advanced practitioner is placed under the supervision of the homeopathic physician.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.520 - Medical competency examination: Authority of Board

Current through June 11, 2024
If the Board has reason to believe that the conduct of any advanced practitioner of homeopathy has raised a reasonable question as to his or her competence to practice as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy with reasonable skill and safety to patients, the Board may order an examination of the advanced practitioner of homeopathy to determine his or her fitness to practice as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy. When such action is taken, the reasons for the action must be documented and must be available to the advanced practitioner of homeopathy being examined.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs by R105-03, eff. 9-24-2003
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.295
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Advanced Practitioners of Homeopathy › Section 630A.525 - Medical competency examination: Payment of costs; administration

Current through June 11, 2024
1. An advanced practitioner of homeopathy who is subject to a medical competency examination pursuant to NAC 630A.520 shall pay the costs of the examination.
2. The medical competency examination:
(a) May be written or oral;
(b) Will last no longer than 4 hours; and
(c) Must be administered by two physicians selected by the Board who are licensed and actively engaged in the practice of homeopathic medicine in this State.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Miscellaneous Provisions › Section 630A.550 - Renewal of certificate: Requirements; fee; failure to comply with requirements

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A certificate to practice as a homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy which is issued by the Board must be renewed each year before January 1.
2. To renew a certificate, a homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner must:
(a) Submit an application for renewal to the Board;
(b) Submit proof that he or she has completed the required annual continuing education; and
(c) Pay to the Board:
(1) An annual renewal fee of $200 for a certificate to practice as a homeopathic assistant; or
(2) An annual renewal fee of $400 for a certificate to practice as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Disciplinary Action › Section 630A.560 - Grounds for initiating disciplinary action or denying certification

Current through June 11, 2024
The Board may initiate disciplinary action against a homeopathic assistant or an advanced practitioner of homeopathy or may deny the issuance or renewal of a certificate if the Board finds after providing notice and a hearing that the homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy:
1. Willfully and intentionally made a false or fraudulent statement or submitted a forged or false document to the Board;
2. Represented to another that the homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy was a licensed physician or knowingly permitted another person to represent him or her as such;
3. Performed medical services which were not directed or supervised by a homeopathic physician as required by NAC 630A.350 and 630A.470;
4. Provided medical services when he or she did not have the ability to provide such services with reasonable skill and safety because:
(a) He or she was under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance; or
(b) He or she had a mental or physical illness;
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Disciplinary Action › Section 630A.570 - Procedure for disciplinary action: Written complaint; investigation

Current through June 11, 2024
1. If the Board, a member of the Board or any other person who is aware of any act or circumstance that constitutes grounds for disciplinary action against a homeopathic assistant or an advanced practitioner of homeopathy desires to initiate disciplinary action against a homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy, the Board, member of the Board or other person must file with the Board a written complaint specifying the charge against the homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy.
2. Unless the Board determines that the complaint is without merit, in response to a complaint filed against a homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy or on its own initiative, the Board will assign an investigative committee to determine whether a charge against a homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy justifies disciplinary action. The investigative committee will be composed of not less than three members of the Board, at least one of whom is a licensed homeopathic physician.
3. Following an investigation, the investigative committee will present its evaluation and recommendations to the Board. The Board will review the findings of the committee to determine whether to take further action.
4. If the Board determines after investigation that a homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy has violated any of the provisions of this chapter, the Board will notify the Attorney General of its findings and any disciplinary action taken.
5. A member of the Board who participates in an investigation will not participate in the review conducted pursuant to subsection 3 or in a subsequent hearing or action which is related to the investigation.
6. Before assigning the complaint to an investigative committee pursuant to subsection 2, the Board must provide the supervising physician and homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy, as applicable, with a copy of the complaint. If the Board determines that a complaint is without merit, the Board may provide the supervising physician and homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy, as applicable, with a copy of the complaint, including the name of the person who filed the complaint.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Homeopathic Medical Exam'rs, eff 10-25-96; A by R058-00, 12-11-2000
NRS 630A.155, 630A.200, 630A.210
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 630A - Homeopathic Medicine › HOMEOPATHIC ASSISTANTS AND ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS OF HOMEOPATHY › Disciplinary Action › Section 630A.580 - Procedure for disciplinary action: Hearing; notice

Current through June 11, 2024
1. If the Board proceeds with disciplinary action against a homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy, it will set a time and place for a disciplinary hearing. The Board will notify the homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner and his or her supervising homeopathic physician of:
(a) The specific complaint against the homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner;
(b) The time and place set for the disciplinary hearing; and
(c) The sanctions which the Board may impose for the conduct in which the homeopathic assistant or advanced practitioner of homeopathy allegedly engaged.