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Colorado Statutes, Title 12

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Title 12, Professions and Occupations

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Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-170-115 Preemption
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A local jurisdiction shall not adopt, enact, or enforce any ordinance, rule, or resolution that is otherwise in conflict with the provisions of this article 170. Source: Initiated 2022: Entire article added, Proposition 122, L. 2023, p. 3605, effective upon proclamation of the Go…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-170-116 Self-executing, severability, conflicting provisions
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All provisions of this article 170 are self-executing except as specified herein, are severable, and, except when otherwise indicated, shall supersede conflicting state statutory, local charter, ordinance, or resolution provisions, and other state and local provisions. If any pro…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-170-117 Repeal of article - review of functions
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This article 170 is repealed, effective September 1, 2032. Before the repeal, this article 170 is scheduled for review in accordance with section 24-34-104. Source: L. 2023: Entire section added, (SB 23-290), ch. 249, p. 1388, § 16, effective July 1. HEALTH-CARE PROFESSIONS AND O…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-101 Legislative declaration

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(1) The general assembly finds and declares that: (a) In order to safeguard the life, health, property, and public welfare of the people of this state, and in order to protect the people of this state from unauthorized, unqualified, and improper application of services by individ…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-102 Applicability of common provisions

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Articles 1, 20, and 30 of this title 12 apply, according to their terms, to this article 200. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 1022, § 1, effective October 1.

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-103 Definitions

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As used in this article 200, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) "Acupuncture" means a system of health care based upon traditional and contemporary medical concepts that employs acupuncture diagnosis, treatment, and adjunctive therapies for the promotion, maintenance, and…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-104 Injection therapy - training - substances - rules

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(1) A licensee shall obtain the necessary training as determined by the director prior to practicing injection therapy. (2) Notwithstanding section 12-280-305, a licensee who has received the necessary training to practice injection therapy may obtain substances for injection the…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-105 Mandatory disclosure of information to patients - retention of records of disclosure

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(1) Every acupuncturist shall provide the following information in writing to each patient during the initial patient contact: (a) The name, business address, and business phone number of the acupuncturist; (b) A fee schedule; (c) A statement indicating that: (I) The patient is e…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-105.5 Protection of patient records - acupuncturist's obligations - verification of compliance - rules

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(1) Each acupuncturist shall develop a written plan to ensure the security of patient records. The plan must address at least the following: (a) The storage and proper disposal of patient records; (b) The disposition of patient records in the event the acupuncturist dies, retires…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-106 Requirement for licensure with the division - annual fee - required disclosures

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(1) Every acupuncturist shall apply for licensure with the division by providing an application to the director in the form the director shall require. The application shall include the information specified in section 12-200-105 (1)(a) and (1)(d) to (1)(g) and shall include the …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-107 Licensure by endorsement

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The director shall issue a license by endorsement to engage in the practice of acupuncture in this state to any applicant who satisfies the requirements of the occupational credential portability program. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136,…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-108 Unlawful acts - exceptions - definition - title protection

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(1) Nothing in this article 200 shall interfere with, or be interpreted to interfere with or prevent, any other licensed health-care professional from practicing within the scope of his or her practice, as defined in this title 12. (2) (a) It is unlawful for any person to practic…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-109 Grounds for disciplinary action

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(1) The director may deny licensure to or take disciplinary action against an acupuncturist pursuant to sections 12-20-403, 12-20-404, and 24-4-105 if the director finds that the acupuncturist has committed any of the following acts: (a) Violated the provisions of section 12-200-…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-110 Disciplinary authority and proceedings

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(1) A proceeding for discipline of a licensee may be commenced by the director when the director has reasonable grounds to believe that a licensee has committed any act prohibited by section 12-200-109 (1). (2) Disciplinary actions may consist of the following: (a) Revocation or …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-111 Unauthorized practice - penalties

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(1) Any person who practices or offers or attempts to practice acupuncture without an active license issued under this article 200 is subject to penalties pursuant to section 12-20-407 (1)(a). (2) Any person who violates the provisions of section 12-200-109 (1)(j) by engaging in …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-112 Confidential agreement to limit practice

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(1) Except as specified in subsection (2) of this section, section 12-30-108 concerning confidential agreements to limit practice applies to this article 200. (2) This section and section 12-30-108 do not apply to a licensee subject to discipline under section 12-200-109 (1)(m). …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-113 Civil penalties

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(1) No action may be maintained against a recipient of acupuncture services for breach of a contract involving the rendering of acupuncture services provided under the contract by an acupuncturist who has committed, with respect to the recipient, any act prohibited by section 12-…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-114 Director - powers and duties - rules

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(1) In addition to any other powers and duties conferred by this article 200, the director has the following powers and duties: (a) To adopt rules pursuant to section 12-20-204; (b) To accept or deny applications for licensure and to collect the annual license fees authorized by …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-115 Powers and duties of the executive director of the department of public health and environment - rules

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The executive director of the department of public health and environment shall promulgate rules relating to the proper cleaning and sterilization of needles to be used in the practice of acupuncture and the sanitation of acupuncture offices. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE wi…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-116 Insurance coverage - not affected

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Nothing in this article 200 shall be construed to affect any present or future provision of law or contract or other agreement concerning insurance or insurance coverage with respect to the provision of acupuncture services. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (H…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-117 Scope of article

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The provisions of this article 200 shall not apply to those persons who are otherwise licensed by the state of Colorado under this title 12 if the provision of acupuncture services is within the scope of the licensure. It is not intended nor shall it be interpreted that the pract…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-200-118 Repeal of article - review of functions

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This article 200 is repealed, effective September 1, 2033. Before the repeal, the licensing functions of the director are scheduled for review in accordance with section 24-34-104. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 1034, § 1, effective…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-101 Short title

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The short title of this article 205 is the "Athletic Trainer Practice Act". Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 1035, § 1, effective October 1.

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-102 Legislative declaration

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The general assembly hereby finds and declares that the practice of athletic training by a person who does not possess a valid license issued pursuant to this article 205 is not in the best interests of the people of the state of Colorado. It is not, however, the intent of this a…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-103 Applicability of common provisions

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Articles 1, 20, and 30 of this title 12 apply, according to their terms, to this article 205. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 1035, § 1, effective October 1.

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-104 Definitions

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As used in this article 205, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) "Accredited athletic training education program" means a program of instruction in athletic training that is offered by an institution of higher education and accredited by a national, regional, or state agen…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-105 Use of titles restricted

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Only a person licensed as an athletic trainer may use the title "athletic trainer" or "licensed athletic trainer", the letters "A.T." or "A.T.C." as a title, or any other generally accepted terms, letters, or figures that indicate that the person is an athletic trainer. Source: L…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-106 Limitations on authority

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(1) Nothing in this article 205 authorizes an athletic trainer to practice: (a) Medicine, as defined in article 240 of this title 12; (b) Physical therapy, as defined in article 285 of this title 12; (c) Chiropractic, as defined in article 215 of this title 12; (d) Occupational t…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-107 License required

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(1) Except as otherwise provided in this article 205, in order to practice athletic training or represent oneself as being able to practice athletic training in this state, a person must: (a) Possess a valid license issued by the director in accordance with this article 205 and a…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-108 Requirements for license - license by endorsement - application - denial

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(1) Every applicant for a license to practice athletic training must have: (a) Earned a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; (b) Successfully completed an accredited athletic training education program; (c) (I) Passed a competency examination administere…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-109 Renewal of license - fees

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(1) To renew a license issued pursuant to this article 205, a licensee must submit an application in the form and manner designated by, and must pay a renewal fee in an amount determined by, the director. (2) Licenses issued pursuant to this article 205 are subject to the renewal…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-110 Scope of article - exclusions - authority for clinical setting - definitions

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(1) Nothing in this article 205 prohibits: (a) The practice of athletic training that is an integral part of a program of study by students enrolled in an accredited athletic training education program. Students enrolled in an accredited athletic training education program shall …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-111 Grounds for discipline - disciplinary proceedings - definitions

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(1) The director may take disciplinary action against a licensee if the director finds that the licensee has represented himself or herself as a licensee after the expiration, suspension, or revocation of the license. (2) The director may take disciplinary or other action in acco…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-112 Cease-and-desist orders

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The director may issue cease-and-desist orders under the circumstances and in accordance with the procedures specified in section 12-20-405. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 1044, § 1, effective October 1.

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-113 Mental or physical examination of licensees

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(1) If the director has reasonable cause to believe that a licensee is unable to practice with reasonable skill and safety, the director may order the licensee to take a mental or physical examination administered by a physician or other licensed health-care professional designat…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-114 Confidential agreement to limit practice - violation grounds for discipline

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(1) Except as specified in subsection (2) of this section, section 12-30-108 concerning confidential agreements to limit practice applies to this article 205. (2) This section and section 12-30-108 do not apply to a licensee subject to discipline under section 12-205-111 (2)(c). …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-115 Unauthorized practice - penalties

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A person who practices or offers or attempts to practice athletic training without an active license issued under this article 205 is subject to penalties pursuant to section 12-20-407 (1)(b). Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 1047, § …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-116 Rule-making authority

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The director shall promulgate rules pursuant to section 12-20-204. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 1047, § 1, effective October 1.

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-205-117 Repeal of article - review of functions

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This article 205 is repealed, effective September 1, 2031, and the powers, duties, and functions of the director specified in this article 205 are repealed on that date. Before the repeal, the powers, duties, and functions of the director are scheduled for review in accordance wi…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-101 Applicability of common provisions

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Articles 1, 20, and 30 of this title 12 apply, according to their terms, to this article 210. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 1047, § 1, effective October 1.

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-102 Definitions

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As used in this article 210, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) "Audiologist" means a person engaged in the practice of audiology. (2) (a) "Hearing aid" means any wearable instrument or device designed or offered to aid or compensate for impaired human hearing and any par…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-103 Scope of article - exemption

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(1) This article 210 does not apply to a person who is: (a) Licensed pursuant to section 22-60.5-210 and not licensed under this article 210 for work undertaken as part of his or her employment by, or contractual agreement with, the public schools; (b) Engaged in the practice of …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-104 Title protection - use of title

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(1) It is unlawful for any person to use the following titles unless he or she is licensed pursuant to this article 210: "Audiologist", "hearing and balance audiologist", "vestibular audiologist", or any other title or abbreviation that implies that the person is an audiologist. …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-105 License required - application - fee - liability insurance - disclosure - exemption

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(1) (a) An audiologist must obtain a license from the division before engaging in the practice of audiology in this state. (b) The director shall give each licensee a license bearing a unique license number. The licensee shall include the license number on all written contracts a…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-106 Licensure - expiration - renewal - reinstatement - fees

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(1) The director shall issue a license to an applicant who satisfies the requirements of this article 210. (2) Licenses issued under this article 210 are subject to the renewal, expiration, reinstatement, and delinquency fee provisions specified in section 12-20-202 (1) and (2). …

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-107 Licensure by endorsement

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The director shall issue a license by endorsement to engage in the practice of audiology in this state to an applicant who satisfies the requirements of the occupational credential portability program. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p.…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-107.5 Continuing education

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(1) An audiologist licensed pursuant to this article 210 shall complete at least ten hours of continuing education each renewal period. (2) Applicants for license renewal, reactivation, or reinstatement shall attest during the application process as to whether they are in complia…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-108 Disciplinary actions - grounds for discipline

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(1) Upon proof that an applicant or licensee has engaged in an activity that is grounds for discipline under subsection (2) of this section, the director may take disciplinary or other action as authorized by section 12-20-404, including: (a) Imposing an administrative fine not t…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-109 Director - powers - duties - rules

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(1) The director may conduct investigations and inspections in accordance with section 12-20-403 as necessary to determine whether an applicant or licensee has violated this article 210 or any rule adopted by the director under this article 210. (2) The director may seek an injun…

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-210-109.5 Interstate compact - powers and duties of the director - rules - definitions

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(1) As used in this section: (a) "Adverse action" has the meaning established in section 24-60-4102. (b) "Commission" means the audiology and speech-language pathology compact commission established in section 24-60-4102. (c) "Compact" means the audiology and speech-language path…