Bill > HB2840

This bill amends Arizona's existing law regarding disciplinary actions for doctors of chiropractic by updating and expanding the grounds for potential disciplinary action by the state board of chiropractic examiners. The bill introduces several new provisions that define unprofessional conduct, including prohibiting the division of professional fees for patient referrals (with some exceptions), practicing under another chiropractor's name or a misleading title, and harassing or retaliating against patients, former patients, research subjects, or witnesses in disciplinary proceedings. The bill also makes minor linguistic changes to existing grounds for disciplinary action, such as changing "employment of fraud" to "employing fraud" and clarifying language around conviction of crimes and habitual substance use. The legislation provides the board with extensive powers to investigate complaints, require medical or psychological examinations of licensees, and take a range of disciplinary actions, from dismissing complaints to issuing advisory letters, imposing probation, or suspending or revoking licenses. The bill aims to enhance professional standards, protect public health and safety, and provide a comprehensive framework for addressing misconduct in the chiropractic profession.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83311