Iowa · statute · Iowa Code ch. 148E · 9 active provisions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: 1. “Acupuncture” means a form of health care developed from traditional and modern oriental medical concepts that employs oriental medical diagnosis and treatment, and adjunctive therapies and diagnostic techniques, for the promotion, maintenance, and rest…
1. In order to obtain a license to practice acupuncture, an applicant shall present evidence to the board of all of the following: a. Current active status as a diplomate in acupuncture of the national commission for the certification of acupuncturists. b. Successful completion of a three-year postsecondary training pr…
This chapter does not apply to the following: 1. A person otherwise licensed to practice medicine and surgery, osteopathic medicine and surgery, chiropractic, podiatry, or dentistry who is exclusively engaged in the practice of the person’s profession. 2. A student practicing acupuncture under the direct supervision of…
A person licensed under this chapter shall be held to the same standard of care as a person licensed to practice medicine and surgery or osteopathic medicine and surgery.
An acupuncturist shall use only presterilized, disposable needles, and shall provide for adequate disposal of used needles.
An acupuncturist shall display the license issued pursuant to section 148E.2 in a conspicuous place in the acupuncturist’s place of business. An acupuncturist shall provide to each patient upon initial contact with the patient the following information in written form: 1. The name, business address, and business teleph…
The board shall adopt rules consistent with this chapter and chapter 147 which are necessary for the performance of its duties.
In addition to the grounds for revocation or suspension referred to in section 147.55, a license to practice acupuncture shall be revoked or suspended when the acupuncturist is guilty of any of the following acts or offenses: 1. Failure to provide information as required in section 148E.6 or provision of false informat…
This chapter shall not be construed to require accident and health insurance coverage for acupuncture services under an existing or future contract or policy for insurance issued or issued for delivery in this state, unless otherwise provided by the contract or policy.