Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-579.9 - [Effective 4/9/2025] Use of another licensed sedation provider or permit holder

(1) A dentist may only use the services of a licensed sedation provider or another permit holder to administer moderate sedation, deep sedation or general anesthesia in a dental facility if the following requirements are met:

a. The dentist holds a current moderate sedation or general anesthesia permit. A permit holder who does not meet the training requirement to administer moderate sedation to pediatric or ASA III or IV patients as stipulated in 481-subparagraph 572.11(1)"b"(3) may use another licensed sedation provider or qualified permit holder to administer moderate sedation to pediatric or ASA III or IV patients.

b. The dentist remains present in the treatment room for the duration of any dental treatment.

c. The facility is a permanently and properly equipped facility pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

d. The permit holder assesses the need and patient suitability for sedation services. A permit holder may not interfere with any independent assessment performed by a licensed sedation provider.

(2) When a licensed sedation provider or another permit holder is used to administer moderate sedation, deep sedation or general anesthesia, that provider constitutes one patient monitor for the purpose of complying with rule 481-579.6(153).

(3) A dentist who does not hold a sedation permit is prohibited from using a licensed sedation provider or permit holder to provide moderate sedation, deep sedation or general anesthesia.

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Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-579.9

Adopted by IAB March 5, 2025/Volume XLVII, Number 18, effective 4/9/2025