Louisiana § RS 37:2818 - Exceptions and rights
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 37:2818 — Exceptions and rights, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 37:2818. Exceptions and rights
A. Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed as conferring upon the holder of a license to practice chiropractic the right to practice medicine and surgery as a physician or osteopathic physician as defined by statute nor shall said holder be considered a licensed physical therapist as defined by statute.
B. This Chapter shall not be applicable to licensed doctors of osteopathy.
C. Every person duly licensed and registered pursuant to this Chapter shall have the right: to practice chiropractic as defined herein; to use the title "Doctor of Chiropractic" or "D.C." Licensed chiropractors shall include "Doctor of Chiropractic", "Chiropractic Physician", "D.C.", or "of the chiropractic profession" on all billing statements and advertising.
Added by Acts 1974, No. 39, §1. Acts 1987, No. 636, §1.
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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 37:2818 cover?
Section RS 37:2818 ("Exceptions and rights") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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