1.    The board shall administer the provisions of this chapter and the administrative rules of the board relating to the practice of chiropractic. The board has all powers, rights, and duties as provided in chapter 28-32.

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 43-06-04.1

  • Probable cause: A reasonable ground for belief that the offender violated a specific law.

2.    The board shall verify the qualifications of applicants for licenses to practice chiropractic and of applicants for certification to practice as a certified chiropractic clinical assistant. The board shall examine and renew the licenses or certification of duly qualified applicants.

3.    The board shall regulate the practice of chiropractic and shall enforce the provisions of this chapter and the rules of the board. The board shall investigate complaints of violations and cause the prosecution of persons violating the provisions of this chapter or the administrative rules of the board.

4.    The board may appoint a peer review committee and employ personnel and incur expenses as may be necessary for the performance of the board’s duties and the enforcement of this chapter.

5.    The board may inspect upon probable cause, at all reasonable times, any chiropractic office or place where chiropractic services are performed.

6.    The board may set fees for licensure and renewal.

7.    The board may adopt and amend rules and regulations, consistent with this chapter governing the practice of chiropractic and the diagnosis and treatment of patients, the enforcement of this chapter, and proper performance of the board’s duties, including:

a.    A code of ethical conduct governing the practice of chiropractic.

b.    Requirements, standards, and examinations to determine the intellectual, educational, scientific, technical, and professional qualifications of applicants for license or certification.

c.    Matters pertaining to the content and conduct of examination.

d.    Matters pertaining to the operation and registration of chiropractic facilities.

e.    Matters pertaining to the practice and certification of chiropractic specialties by licensed doctors of chiropractic.

f.    The quantity, type, and character of postgraduate study to be done by any licensee in order to comply with this chapter.

g.    Set policies and procedures on what constitutes professional or unprofessional conduct.

h.    Any other rules or regulations as may be necessary to give this chapter full force and effect.