Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-13-.01 - Travel To Treat; Visiting Practice

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through April 4, 2022

(1) A chiropractor not licensed to practice in Georgia but who is licensed and in good standing in any other state, territory, or jurisdiction of the United States or any other nation or foreign jurisdiction may engage in the practice of chiropractic if he or she is employed or designated in his or her professional capacity by a sports or performing arts entity visiting the State for a specific sports or performing arts event subject to the following restrictions and rules:

(a) The practice of chiropractic subject to this rule shall be limited to members, coaches, and/or official staff of the team or event for which that chiropractor is designated. In the event that services are requested by a specific athlete or performer, the practice of chiropractic shall be limited to services performed for that individual only.

(b) The practice of chiropractic as authorized by this rule shall be limited to the designated venue of the event or designated treatment area for said event. The Board, in its discretion, may audit, review, or inspect the venue and chiropractic services rendered.

(c) Any chiropractor practicing under the authority of this Section may utilize only those practices and procedures that are within the scope of chiropractic practice in the State of Georgia as authorized by O.C.G.A. 43-9 and the rules and regulations governing chiropractic practice in this State.

(d) A chiropractor practicing under the authority of this Section may not utilize electrical therapeutic modalities if he or she does not have at least 120 hours of instruction in their proper utilization as required by O.C.G.A. 43-9-16 and Board Rule 100-9-.01.

(e) Any violation of law, rule, or regulation governing the chiropractic practice provided for pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 43-9-7.2(3)shall result in the immediate revocation of all such privileges pertaining to the practice of chiropractic in this State. Such violations may, in the discretion of the Board, be considered grounds for refusal or sanction of a license should the person apply for licensure in this State.

Notes

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-13-.01

O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-9-7.2(3).

Original Rule entitled "Travel To Treat; Visiting Practice" adopted. F. Jan. 22, 1996; eff. Feb. 11, 1996.