Iowa Administrative Code

“Board” means the board of respiratory care and polysomnography. “Direct supervision” means that the respiratory care and polysomnography practitioner or the polysomnographic technologist providing supervision must be present where the polysomnographic procedure is being performe…

722.2(1) The respiratory care practitioner or polysomnographic technologist will practice acceptable methods of treatment and will not practice beyond the competence or exceed the authority vested in the practitioner or technologist by physicians. 722.2(2) The respiratory care pr…

intravenous medications is outside the scope of practice of a licensed respiratory care practitioner. However, this rule does not preclude a licensed respiratory care practitioner from performing intravenous administration under the auspices of the employing agency if formal trai…

722.4(1) Unlicensed personnel may deliver, set up, and test the operation of respiratory care equipment for a patient but will not perform any type of patient care. Instruction or demonstration of the equipment will be limited to its mechanical operation (on and off switches, eme…

care profession, under medical direction, employed in the therapy, management, rehabilitation, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities that affect the pulmonary system and associated aspects of cardiopulmonary and other systems’ functions a…

722.6(1) The practice of polysomnography consists of but is not limited to the following tasks as performed for the purpose of polysomnography, under the general supervision of a licensed physician or qualified health care professional prescriber: a. Monitoring, recording, and ev…

722.7(1) A student who is enrolled in an approved respiratory care, sleep add-on, polysomnography training program, or electroneurodiagnostic program and is employed in an organized health care system may render services defined in Iowa Code sections 152B.2 and 152B.3 and chapter…

take place only in a facility that is accredited by a nationally recognized sleep medicine laboratory or center accrediting agency, in a facility operated by a hospital or a hospital licensed under Iowa Code chapter 135B, or in a patient’s home pursuant to rules adopted by the bo…

model rules. The board hereby adopts by reference the following: 723.1(1) to 723.1(9) Reserved. 723.1(10) Model rules for licensee review committee, 481—Chapter 505. This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code chapter 272C. [ARC 8148C, IAB 7/24/24, effective 8/28/24; Editorial c…

“ABA” means the American Board of Audiology. “ASHA” means the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. “Assistant” means an unlicensed person who works under the supervision of an Iowa-licensed speech pathologist or audiologist and meets the minimum requirements set forth in…

740.10(1) The biennial license renewal period for a license to practice speech pathology or audiology will begin on January 1 of an even-numbered year and end on December 31 of the next odd-numbered year. The licensee is responsible for renewing the license prior to its expiratio…

740.11(1) Submit a completed reactivation application and pay the nonrefundable application fee. 740.11(2) Provide verification of current competence to practice speech pathology and audiology by satisfying one of the following criteria: a. If the license has been on inactive sta…

suspended, or voluntarily surrendered must apply for and receive board-approved reinstatement of the license and must apply for and be granted reactivation of the license prior to practicing speech pathology and audiology in this state. [ARC 7825C, IAB 4/17/24, effective 5/22/24;…

740.2(1) Applicants will submit a completed online licensure application and pay the required fee. 740.2(2) The application will include: a. An official copy of a current ASHA certificate of clinical competence; or b. Verification of current ABA certification; or c. Submission of…

740.3(1) The applicant shall possess the following: a. A master’s degree from an accredited school, college or university with a major in speech pathology; or b. A master’s or doctoral degree from an accredited school, college or university with a major in audiology. 740.3(2) For…

Examination in speech pathology or audiology. This examination is administered by the Educational Testing Service. The applicant will make arrangements to take the Praxis Examination in speech pathology or audiology and pay all expenses associated with taking the examination. The…

compact commission are incorporated by reference to Iowa Code section 147F.1. A speech therapist or audiologist may practice speech therapy or audiology in Iowa without a license issued by the board if the individual has a current compact privilege to practice in Iowa issued by t…

clinical experience as a prerequisite for licensure is valid for one year and may be renewed at the discretion of the board. The license shall be designated “temporary clinical license in speech pathology” or “temporary clinical license in audiology.” 740.6(1) A speech pathology …

740.7(1) A nonresident may apply to the board for a temporary permit to practice speech pathology or audiology: a. For a period not to exceed three months; b. By submitting a letter to support the need for such a permit; c. By submitting documents to show that the applicant has s…

assistants only to the extent provided in these rules. Such assistants will use the title provided by these rules. 740.8(1) Duties. a. Speech pathology assistant I. A speech pathology assistant I works with an individual for whom significant improvement is expected within a reaso…

740.9(1) The board may issue a license by endorsement to any applicant from the District of Columbia or another state, territory, province or foreign country who has been a licensed speech pathologist or audiologist under the laws of another jurisdiction. 740.9(2) An applicant fo…

patient utilizing a telehealth visit if the services are provided in accordance with the following: 741.1(1) “Telehealth visit” means the provision of speech pathology or audiology services by a licensee to a patient using technology where the licensee and the patient are not at …

separate hearing aid specialist license if the services are provided in accordance with the following: 741.2(1) Definitions. “Dispense” or “sell” means a transfer of title or of the right to use by lease, bailment, or any other means but excludes a wholesale transaction with a di…

“AAA” means the American Association of Audiology. “Active license” means a license that is current and has not expired. “Approved program/activity” means a continuing education program/activity meeting the standards set forth in these rules. “ASHA” means the American Speech-Lang…

742.2(1) The biennial continuing education compliance period will run concurrently with each two- year period between January 1 of each even-numbered year and December 31 of each odd-numbered year. Each biennium, a person who is licensed to practice as a speech pathology or audio…

742.3(1) General criteria. A continuing education program or activity that meets all of the following criteria is appropriate for continuing education credit if the continuing education program or activity: a. Meets the definition of continuing education as defined in rule 481—74…

provided in rule 481—504.3(272C) when the board determines that the licensee is guilty of any of the following acts or offenses or those listed in rule 481—Chapter 504. 743.1(1) Violation of the following code of ethics: a. Licensees will provide ethical, professional services, c…

rules. The board hereby adopts by reference the following: 744.1(1) to 744.1(9) Reserved. 744.1(10) Model rules for licensee review committee, 481—Chapter 505. This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code chapter 272C. [ARC 8148C, IAB 7/24/24, effective 8/28/24; Editorial change:…

“Active license” means a license that is current and has not expired. “Board” means the board of optometry. “CELMO” means the Council on Endorsed Licensure Mobility for Optometrists. “Grace period” means the 30-day period following expiration of a license when the license is stil…

760.2(1) The following criteria applies to licensure: a. Submit a completed online application and pay the non-refundable licensure fee specified in rule 481—507.12(147,154). b. Applicants will submit proof of satisfactory completion of all educational requirements contained in I…

760.3(1) Applicants who have been licensed as an optometrist in another state may apply for licensure by endorsement by submitting the following: a. Verification the applicant meets the requirements of rule 481—760.2(154); and b. Verification of current competence to practice as …

760.4(1) The biennial license renewal period for a license to practice optometry will begin on July 1 of an even-numbered year and end on June 30 two years later. The licensee is responsible for renewing the license prior to its expiration. 760.4(2) An individual who was issued a…

760.5(1) Submit a completed online reactivation application and payment of the non-refundable application fee. 760.5(2) If licensed in another jurisdiction, provide verification from the jurisdiction in which the licensee has most recently been licensed showing the licensee’s nam…

suspended, or voluntarily surrendered must apply for and receive board-approved reinstatement of the license and must apply for and be granted reactivation of the license prior to practicing as an optometrist in this state. [ARC 7974C, IAB 5/15/24, effective 6/19/24; Editorial ch…

“Active license” means a license that is current and has not expired. “Approved program/activity” means a continuing education program/activity meeting the standards set forth in these rules. “Audit” means the selection of licensees for verification of satisfactory completion of …

761.2(1) The biennial continuing education compliance period will extend for a two-year period beginning on July 1 and ending on June 30 of each even-numbered year. Each biennium, each person who is licensed to practice as an optometrist in this state will be required to complete…

761.3(1) General criteria. A continuing education activity that meets all of the following criteria is appropriate for continuing education credit if the continuing education activity: a. Is an organized program of learning fundamental to the practice of the profession that contr…

American Optometric Association as published by the American Optometric Association, 243 North Lindbergh Boulevard, St. Louis, Missouri 63141, modified June 2007. [ARC 7976C, IAB 5/15/24, effective 6/19/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 9/18/24]

with the protection of the welfare of the patient. Records will be permanent, timely, accurate, legible, and easily understandable. 762.2(1) Optometrists will maintain optometry records for each patient. The records will contain all of the following: a. Personal data. (1) Name, d…

lens prescription to a patient, the eye examination record will include best-corrected visual acuity with ophthalmic lenses or contact lenses in the lens powers determined by refraction. Each contact lens or ophthalmic spectacle lens/eyeglass prescription by a licensed optometris…

this state will meet the following requirements: 762.4(1) Written prescription drug orders will contain: a. The date of issuance; b. The name and date of birth of the patient for whom the drug is dispensed; c. The name, strength, and quantity of the drug, medicine, or device pres…

receiving approval from the board. A licensed optometrist may administer only the following injections: 762.5(1) Subconjunctival injections for the medical treatment of the eye. 762.5(2) Intralesional injections for the treatment of chalazia. 762.5(3) Botulinum toxin to the muscl…

762.6(1) The board will not approve the use of injections other than to counteract an anaphylactic reaction unless the licensed optometrist demonstrates to the board sufficient educational or clinical training from a college or university accredited by a regional or professional …

show proof of completion of the following requirements for board approval: 762.7(1) Be fully licensed and in good standing within the state of Iowa as a licensed optometrist. 762.7(2) Have completed a total of 24 hours of approved educational training pertaining to injections. a.…

763.1(1) The board may impose any of the disciplinary sanctions provided in rule 481—504.3(272C) when the board determines that the licensee is guilty of any of the following acts or offenses or those listed in rule 481—Chapter 504. 763.1(2) The licensee prescribes any controlled…

adopts by reference the following: 764.1(1) to 764.1(9) Reserved. 764.1(10) Model rules for licensee review committee, 481—Chapter 505. This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code chapter 272C. [ARC 8148C, IAB 7/24/24, effective 8/28/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 9/18/24]…

adopts by reference the definitions found in Iowa Code section 148C.1. “Active license” means a license that is current and has not expired. “Approved program” means a program for the education of physician assistants that has been accredited by the Accreditation Review Commissio…

suspended, or voluntarily surrendered must apply for and receive reinstatement of the license in accordance with rule 481—506.31(272C) and must apply for and be granted reactivation of the license in accordance with rule 481—780.9(17A,147,272C) prior to practicing as a physician …

the words “physician assistant” after the person’s name or signify the same by the use of the letters “PA.” A person who meets the qualifications for licensure under Iowa Code chapter 148C but does not possess a current license may use the title “PA” or “physician assistant” but …

permanent address within 30 days of its occurrence. [ARC 9536C, IAB 9/3/25, effective 10/8/25]