N.J. Admin. Code § 13:44E-3.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 13:44E-3.5 - Educational prerequisites applicable to electrodiagnostic tests and special examinations; certificate requirement

(a) A chiropractic physician seeking to perform electrodiagnostic tests and special examinations shall:

1. Be trained and skilled in the knowledge of:

i. The physiology and topographical anatomy of the peripheral and trunk musculature and of the peripheral and central nervous systems;

ii. Pathology as contrasted with normal presentation of peripheral nerve and muscle tissue;

iii. Clinical presentation of various neurological disorders and of neuropathological dysfunction of central and peripheral pathways and in the treatment protocols of tests pertinent to such conditions;

iv. Electrodiagnosis as pertinent to an understanding of instrumentation and laboratory parameters for the testing and interpretation of the test in question;

v. Laboratory hygiene and aseptic technique to prevent transmission of infectious diseases;

vi. Technical procedures necessary to ensure proficiency in performance of the test to be utilized; and

vii. The precepts of ethical practice so as to limit test utilization to the patient's best interests;

2.Successfully complete (and retain certification of completion of) a Board-approved course consisting of course work and practical, hands-on instruction, and an examination that demonstrates that the chiropractic physician is capable of recognizing scientifically supportable and practical indications for the test; has knowledge in the proper administration of the test; possesses skill at proper interpretation of the test; and has obtained training in how to integrate the test results into management of the patients condition. The course shall be:

i. Provided on the premises of an accredited college recognized by the New Jersey State Board of Chiropractic Examiners;

ii. Received in a postgraduate program sponsored by a college of chiropractic recognized by Council of Chiropractic Education; or

iii. Provided at an accredited medical school or licensed health care facility; and

3. Within 60 days of completion of a course referred to in (a)2 above, submit to the Board a completed application form for certification to perform the test or examination sought, together with the one-time certification fee set forth in 13:44E-2.5, which the Board shall act upon within 90 days of its receipt.

(b) A chiropractic physician performing or offering to perform electrodiagnostic tests or special examinations shall comply with the applicable standards of accepted practice for practitioners engaged in like professional conduct. A chiropractic physician performing or offering to perform electrodiagnostic testing who does not fully comply with all requirements set forth in this section may be found to be engaging in misrepresentation, deception, gross or repeated malpractice or negligence or incompetence, professional misconduct, and/or any other disciplinary ground authorized by applicable law or rules.

(c) A chiropractic physician seeking to utilize experimental equipment or procedures for research purposes shall:

1. Secure the prior written approval of the Board;

2. Obtain the informed consent of the patient; and

3. Not charge or bill the patient or third party payor for the service.

(d) A chiropractic physician performing electrodiagnostic tests or special examinations shall familiarize himself or herself with contemporary professional journals and with scholarly texts to maintain current accepted standards of practice in the profession and in the specialty.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:44E-3.5

Amended by 46 N.J.R. 1644(a), effective 7/7/2014.