Alaska § 08.20.100 - License to practice chiropractic.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 08.20.100 — License to practice chiropractic., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 08.20.100. License to practice chiropractic.
(a) A person may not practice chiropractic or use chiropractic core methodology in the state without a license.
(b) A person licensed under this chapter may (1) analyze, diagnose, or treat the chiropractic condition of a patient by chiropractic core methodology or by ancillary methodology;
(2) accept referrals for treatment by chiropractic core methodology or by ancillary methodology;
(3) consult on chiropractic matters;
(4) refer patients to other health care professionals;
(5) perform, within the scope of chiropractic practice, physical examinations of children for school physical examinations and preparticipation physical examinations for sports and school activities;
(6) sign (A) reports for excuses from employment and from attendance at school or participation in sports activities; and
(B) authorizations for sick leave;
(7) perform preemployment and workplace health examinations;
(8) provide disability and physical impairment ratings;
(9) provide retirement health and disability authorizations and recommendations;
(10) employ nationally certified chiropractic clinical assistants; and
(11) employ chiropractic interns and chiropractic preceptors.
(c) A person licensed under this chapter is not authorized to sign affidavits exempting school children from immunization requirements under AS 14.30.125 or to administer or interpret the results of infectious disease tests required by statute or regulation.
(d) This section does not apply to a chiropractic intern who is acting within the scope of practice authorized by the board and is under the personal supervision of a licensed chiropractor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 08.20.100
What does Alaska Statutes § 08.20.100 cover?
Section 08.20.100 ("License to practice chiropractic.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 08.20.100?
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Is this the official text of Alaska law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alaska official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alaska attorney.
How does Alaska § 08.20.100 apply to my situation?
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