N.D. Admin. Code 112-04-02-05

Current through Supplement No. 394, October, 2024

Section 112-04-02-05 - Requirement to refer

1. A licensed acupuncturist shall request a consultation or written diagnosis from a licensed physician for patients with potentially serious disorders. A referral to a licensed physician is required when a patient has signs or symptoms of:

a. Cardiac conditions including uncontrolled hypertension;

b. Acute, severe abdominal pain;

c. Acute, undiagnosed neurological changes;

d. Unexplained weight loss or gain in excess of fifteen percent of the body weight in less than a three-month period;

e. Suspected fracture or dislocation;

f. Suspected systemic infections;

g. Any serious undiagnosed hemorrhagic disorder; and

h. Acute respiratory distress without previous history.

2. A licensed acupuncturist shall refer a patient to a licensed physician in the event of:

a. Suspected pneumothorax; or

b. Broken acupuncture needle.

N.D. Admin Code 112-04-02-05

Adopted by Administrative Rules Supplement 2017-365, July 2017, effective 7/1/2017.

General Authority: NDCC 28-32-02, 43-57-03

Law Implemented: NDCC 43-57-03, 43-57-08