Iowa Admin. Code r. 657-36.7

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 8, October 30, 2024

Rule 657-36.7 - Disciplinary sanctions

(1)Possible sanctions. The board has the authority to impose the following disciplinary sanctions:

a. Revocation of a license issued by the board.

b. Suspension of a license issued by the board until further order of the board or for a specified period.

c. Nonrenewal of a license issued by the board.

d. Prohibit permanently, until further order of the board, or for a specified period, the engaging in specified procedures, methods or acts.

e. Probation.

f. Require a licensee to complete additional education or training.

g. Require a pharmacist to successfully complete any reexamination for licensure.

h. Order a licensee to undergo a physical or mental examination.

i. Impose civil penalties not to exceed $25,000.

j. Issue citation and warning.

k. Such other sanctions allowed by law as may be appropriate.

(2)Considerations in determining sanctions. The board may consider the following factors in determining the nature and severity of the disciplinary sanction to be imposed:

a. The relative seriousness of the violation as it relates to assuring the citizens of this state a high standard of professional care.

b. The facts of the particular violation.

c. Any extenuating circumstances or other countervailing considerations.

d. Number of prior violations or complaints.

e. Seriousness of prior violations or complaints.

f. Whether remedial action has been taken.

g. Any other factors as may reflect upon the competency, ethical standards, and professional conduct of the licensee.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 657-36.7

Amended by IAB September 27, 2017/Volume XL, Number 7, effective 11/1/2017