Ky. Rev. Stat. § 311.678

Current through 2024 Ky. Acts ch. 225

Section 311.678 - Required disclosure to patients - Informed consent

An acupuncturist shall obtain informed consent from each patient in a manner consistent with the acceptable and prevailing standards of practice within this Commonwealth and, at a minimum, the acupuncturist shall disclose to the patient the following written information prior to or during the patient's initial visit:

(1) The acupuncturist's qualifications, including his or her education, license information, and the definition and scope of the practice of acupuncture in the Commonwealth; and

(2) Possible outcomes of the treatment to be given, including any pain, bruising, infection, needle sickness, or other side effects that may occur.

KRS 311.678

Amended by 2014 Ky. Acts ch. 24,§ 7, eff. 7/15/2014.

Effective:7/12/2006
Created 2006, Ky. Acts ch. 249, sec. 8, effective7/12/2006.