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# Louisiana State Board of Chiropractic Examiners

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## Posts

- [Practice Alerts 2022-01: (12/15/2022)](https://lachiropracticboard.com/practice-alerts-2022-01-12-15-2022/) - This is a statement issued by the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (formerly the “American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists (ABCO)): “Regarding “DABCO” (diplomate of American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists”) status, doctors holding themselves out as “board eligible” or any other indication they have an “orthopedic” designation is improper and inflated credentials. Doctors who have previously
- [Update on Statewide Mask Mandate](https://lachiropracticboard.com/update-on-statewide-mask-mandate/) - The Governor of the State of Louisiana has issued a statewide mask mandate which includes chiropractic offices. All employees, patients and physicians should be wearing a mask that adequately protects themselves and others. Please follow the CDC guidelines posted on their website in cases of exposure.
- [The LA Department of Health issued “Healthcare Facility Notice/Order Number 2020-COVID 19- All-007”](https://lachiropracticboard.com/the-la-department-of-health-issued-healthcare-facility-notice-order-number-2020-covid-19-all-007/) - The LA Department of Health issued “Healthcare Facility Notice/Order Number 2020-COVID 19- All-007”. In part, it states that all healthcare providers postpone all in-person healthcare services that can safely be postponed for 30 days. You are to use your best clinical judgment to make this determination. You shall consider the entire clinical picture when determining
- [COVID-19 Response: Updated 03/18/2020](https://lachiropracticboard.com/covid-19-response-updated-03-18-2020/) - To clarify our 03/16/2020 communication below, the Board is not mandating closures. In answer to the many questions about “telepractice” or “telemedicine”, the following apply: You may use electronic means to recommend, change, or address activities which do not require “direct patient contact” such as at home exercise, general hygiene, at home palliative care, nutrition,
- [COVID-19 Response: 03/16/2020](https://lachiropracticboard.com/covid-19-response-03-16-2020/) - OF INTEREST……. In response to the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) concerns, the LA Board is not directing any office closures at this time. Use your own discretion. You should follow all CDC (Centers for Disease Control), Federal, State, Regional and Local guidelines and advisories. "Telepractice", such as recommending exercise, general hygiene, at-home palliative care or nutrition
- [CE Vouchers: 04/06/2006](https://lachiropracticboard.com/ce-vouchers-04-06-2006/) - 1) CE vouchers must be submitted with license renewal paperwork from the licensee and will not accepted at any other time during the year or from any other source. 2) The CE voucher should have the seminar approval number, which was assigned to it by the Board, on the voucher. 3) HIPAA regulations have now
- [Chiropractic Assistants With X-Rays](https://lachiropracticboard.com/chiropractic-assistants-with-x-rays/) - Any chiropractic assistant who takes x-rays must be 18 years of age, a high school graduate or equivalent, and have completed a course in X-ray Function and Safety approved by the LA Board of Chiropractic Examiners. Violation of the related statute can result in as much as a $50.00 per day fine.
- [Reporting Procedures to 3rd-Parties](https://lachiropracticboard.com/reporting-procedures-to-3rd-parties/) - When reporting procedures to third-parties, the most accurate and current CPT code should be used. Be careful of accepting vendor-provided codes. There have been cases in the past where these codes were incorrect.
- ["Free" Advertising](https://lachiropracticboard.com/free-advertising/) - Advertisement, which offers free goods or services or discounts, must contain the usual charge for the service even if the chiropractor does not normally charge for the service. Please reference Page 27 and 20 in your “blue book” (LAC 46:XXVII. 307 - 308)
- [Impaired Physician Program](https://lachiropracticboard.com/impaired-physician-program/) - Effective July 20, 2006, the LA Board of Chiropractic Examiners began a new program for the rehabilitation of a chiropractor who is impaired by substance abuse or other mental or physical conditions. Physicians wishing to enroll themselves in this program may call the Board office for information. In addition, chiropractors may be recommended to the
- [Reciprocity license requirements](https://lachiropracticboard.com/reciprocity-license-requirements/) - Effective 08/15/2007, reciprocity licensure requirements will change to: “…has maintained a license and has been in active practice in good standing in another jurisdiction for five consecutive years immediately prior to his application…”. (Act 44 of 2007 LA Legislature (HB 387)
- [Delinquent license renewal fees increase](https://lachiropracticboard.com/delinquent-license-renewal-fees-increase/) - Effective 08/15/2007, the delinquent license renewal fee will increase to $250.00 for any license not renewed by December 31st and further, after 60 days of 12/31, the fee shall increase by $100.00 for each additional month or each part of the month that the renewal has not been paid. (Act 44 of 2007 LA Legislature
- [Baccalaureate degree requirement](https://lachiropracticboard.com/baccalaureate-degree-requirement/) - Beginning 07/01/2011, each applicant for licensure shall hold a baccalaureate degree from a college or university approved by an accrediting agency of the US Department of Education. (Act 44 of 2007 LA Legislature (HB 387)
- [Patient Solicitation](https://lachiropracticboard.com/patient-solicitation/) - Effective May 20, 2009, the LA Board of Chiropractic Examiners published rules in the “Louisiana Register” as required by law relative to patient solicitation. Particular attention should be paid to the following: §310. Accident and Disaster Solicitation A. On the outside of each solicitation letter in 10-point bold type at the bottom left hand corner
- [Continuing Education Requirements Change For “Risk Management” CE](https://lachiropracticboard.com/continuing-education-requirements-change-for-risk-management-ce/) - Effective from Board action of 10/22/2009, for the 2011 license renewal, you will be required to attend and present proof of attendance of at least 3 hours in “record keeping” or “documentation” for the 6 hours “risk management” CE requirements. The total 18 hours “continuing education” due for the 2011 license renewal must be: reviewed
- [Patient Referrals](https://lachiropracticboard.com/patient-referrals/) - It has come to the Board’s attention that there are companies attempting to provide chiropractors with “sales lead” information regarding new patients. This information is provided to the chiropractor for a fee. It is the Board’s opinion that this violates LSA R.S. 37: 1745 which prohibits chiropractors from paying for referrals. Any chiropractor using these
- [X-Ray Reports](https://lachiropracticboard.com/x-ray-reports/) - CPT codes for plain film radiology require a signed report by the physician who reads them. This is considered part of the procedure. If the interpretation and report is performed by a physician other than the one who takes the films then a -26 modifier to the code should be used.
- [Delinquent License Renewal Fee & Possible Subsequent Fine](https://lachiropracticboard.com/delinquent-license-renewal-fee-possible-subsequent-fine/) - Any license renewal received (postmarked) after December 31st of each year shall be delinquent. The current delinquent fee shall be imposed and therefore due before the license will be renewed. The date the completed renewal is received at the Board office will be the date the license goes back into effect. Subsequently, the Board’s Complaint
- [X-Ray Employee Credentials](https://lachiropracticboard.com/x-ray-employee-credentials/) - Prior to hiring an employee as a chiropractic x-ray technician, it is strongly urged that each licensee check the potential employee’s credentials and verify with the employee as well as the Board that the person holds a valid and active x-ray proficiency certificate issued by the Board.
- [Claims Review](https://lachiropracticboard.com/claims-review/) - Claims Review work performed by out of state practitioners who are commenting on the appropriateness of care is deemed practicing chiropractic and therefore a LA chiropractic license is required.
- [Address Change Requirements](https://lachiropracticboard.com/address-change-requirements/) - The Board will be actively enforcing the "address change requirements" as contained in LA statutes and regulations. A complaint will be initiated on any licensee who does not file an address change with the Board office.
- [CE Seminar Providers](https://lachiropracticboard.com/ce-seminar-providers/) - Requests for CE seminar review applications must be received in the same calendar year which the course is given.
- [CE Requirements Change: 07/07/2017](https://lachiropracticboard.com/ce-requirements-change-07-07-2017/) - Effective 08/01/2017, Act 255 signed by Gov. John Bel Edwards, will require ALL licensees will be required to provide a total of at least 15 hours of CE annually, with 3 of the 15 hours to be “risk management” hours and 1 of the 3 hours of RM to be “ethics” training.
- [Record Keeping](https://lachiropracticboard.com/record-keeping/) - A patient’s chart is used to document the condition and care of the patient. A provider is responsible for contemporaneously documenting the patient’s condition and care and is responsible for maintaining this record for a period of six years from the date the patient is last treated. X-ray films should be maintained for a minimum
- [LA Board of Chiropractic Examiners Meeting: 04/11/2019](https://lachiropracticboard.com/la-board-of-chiropractic-examiners-meeting-04-11-2019/) - The LA Board of Chiropractic Examiners, from its meeting of 04/11/2019, expressly retracts any prior statements or positions made relative to CBD oil that would conflict with the LA Board of Pharmacy’s “Revised Guidance Document re Cannabidiol (CBD) Oil”. Contained below are excerpts from the LA Board of Pharmacy’s “Revised Guidance Document issued 02/19/2019 re
- [Update to Mission Statement](https://lachiropracticboard.com/update-to-mission-statement/) - The Board adopted a comprehensive mission statement in December, 2000, which begins: "The mission of the board is to protect the public health, safety and welfare through the regulation of individuals licensed under the authority of the Board . . . The entire statement may be viewed on the Mission Statement page. The Board continues

## Pages

- [Home](https://lachiropracticboard.com/) - The Louisiana State Board of Chiropractic Examiners was created for the purpose of licensing and regulating chiropractic practice to ensure the highest levels of professional excellence for the benefit and protection of the citizens of the state of Louisiana
- [Welcome Home Act Reporting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/license-requirements/welcome-home-act-reporting/) - Welcome Home Act Reporting Per Executive Order JML-25-008 Period requested: 08/01/2024 to 12/31/2024 If unable to view the table below, you may download a copy of the report from here. Parish# of Applications Issued# of Applications Pending (Incomplete)# of Licenses Issued# of Licenses Denied# of Licenses RenewedNatchitoches10101Calcasieu10101DeSoto11Lafayette22Vernon11Vermilion11Tangipahoa11Terrebonne11Lafourche11Bossier11Out of state or country108TOTAL2117202
- [Privacy Policy](https://lachiropracticboard.com/privacy-policy/) - Who we areOur website address is: https://lachiropracticboard.com/What Information We Collect and WhyContact formsWhen contacting us you may provide us with personal contact information, such as your name, company name, address, phone number, and email address. This Information and any other information you submit to lachiropracticboard.com or submit through the course of our relationship are referred
- [Forms & Applications](https://lachiropracticboard.com/license-requirements/forms-applications/) - License Requirements & Applications Application & Renewal Forms Every person practicing chiropractic in the State of Louisiana must meet all requirements for a license or license renewal and be currently licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Chiropractic Examiners with an initial license and subsequent annual license renewals. *PLEASE NOTE: Beginning July 1, 2011, each
- [Board Members](https://lachiropracticboard.com/staff/board-members/) - Board Members Mark B. Kruse, D.C. President 4416 Trenton Street Metairie, Louisiana 70006 Dr. Mark Kruse has practiced in the Metairie area since 1989. A graduate of the National University of Health Sciences, he has completed several postgraduate programs to earn a Certification in Chiropractic Sports Medicine, a Diplomate from the American Board of Chiropractic
- [Store](https://lachiropracticboard.com/license-requirements/fees/) - Store The Louisiana State Board of Chiropractic Examiners is a state agency which receives no monies from the State and is entirely self-sufficient from license fees, services and other items paid for by those chiropractors & x-ray technicians licensed and regulated by this agency and from fees charged to the general public to cover the
- [Statements](https://lachiropracticboard.com/license-requirements/statements/) - Declaratory Statements 1989-01: relative to "order of lab tests" 1990-01: relative to "extremity adjusting" 1993-01: relative to "MUA" 1993-02: relative to "footlevelers orthotics" 1994-01: relative to "surface EMGs" - RESCINDED 1994-02: relative to "specialty register CCE" 1994-03: relative to "Mercy Conference Guidelines" 1996-01: relative to "treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome" 1997-01: relative to "referral for
- [Contact](https://lachiropracticboard.com/contact/) - Contact Us Contact Request The Board welcomes your feedback, comments and suggestions for the improvement of the functions and services of this web site. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *Email *Numbers *Message *WebsiteSubmit Events Check the board calendar for upcoming events Forms Find all neccessary forms for applications & renewals
- [Statutes and Rules](https://lachiropracticboard.com/license-requirements/statutes-and-rules/) - Statutes and Rules A current set of the Rules and Regulations concerning Chiropractic in Louisiana may be obtained as a loose-leaf manual from the Board for a fee. Learn More StatuteRule1241. RS 37:2801Chiropractors1242. RS 37:2802Board of chiropractic examiners1243. RS 37:2803Organization of board; quorum; meetings; records; rules and regulations1244. RS 37:2804Powers and duties of board1245. RS
- [Staff](https://lachiropracticboard.com/staff/) - Staff Message from our Director In order to better serve the public and to assist our licensees, I have created this website to expand the effectiveness and delivery speed of our services by providing easy access to much of the information and some of the special features our Board provides.I hope that you will become
- [Board Approved Seminars](https://lachiropracticboard.com/board-approved-seminars/) - Board Approved Seminars Seminar Approval Criteria for Continuing Education (As of 01/20/2022) The Board member assigned to review continuing education seminars may only accept those courses which: are sponsored by a state chiropractic association or a college or university whose Doctor of Chiropractic degree program is accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE). builds
- [Peer Review Committee](https://lachiropracticboard.com/staff/peer-review-committee/) - Peer Review Committee Purpose: The purpose of the committee is to review, upon request of any party involved, any matter relative to the appropriateness of care rendered by an Doctor of Chiropractic licensed to practice and practicing in the State of Louisiana. Who May Submit Claims: Chiropractic physicians, third parry reimbursement organizations, patients, professional standards
- [Library](https://lachiropracticboard.com/board-approved-seminars/library/) - Library The Louisiana State Board of Chiropractic Examiners maintains an extensive library of chiropractic materials in its Board Library which are available for view by licensees and the public to use for reference at no cost at the Board Office during regular office hours, M-F 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. It would be advisable to

## Events

- [Board Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-6/)
- [New Year's Eve - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/new-years-eve-state-holiday-2/)
- [License Renewal Deadline](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/license-renewal-deadline-3/)
- [Christmas - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/christmas-state-holiday-2/)
- [Board Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-9/)
- [Thanksgiving - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/thanksgiving-state-holiday-2/)
- [Veteran's Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/veterans-day-state-holiday-2/)
- [NBCE’s Part IV exam](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/nbces-part-iv-exam-6/)
- [Election Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/election-day-state-holiday-2/)
- [Board Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-8/)
- [Labor Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/labor-day-state-holiday-2/)
- [X-ray Certificate Holder Renewal Deadline](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/x-ray-certificate-holder-renewal-deadline-3/)
- [Board meeting & Admin. Oversight Committee](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-admin-oversight-committee/)
- [NBCE’s Part IV Exam](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/nbces-part-iv-exam-5/)
- [Independence Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/independence-day-state-holiday/)
- [New Fiscal Year Begins](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/new-fiscal-year-begins-3/)
- [End of Fiscal Year](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/end-of-fiscal-year-3/)
- [Juneteenth - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/juneteenth-state-holiday/)
- [Memorial Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/memorial-day-state-holiday-2/)
- [Easter Sunday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/easter-sunday-3/)
- [Good Friday - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/good-friday-state-holiday-2/)
- [Board Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-7/)
- [Ash Wednesday - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/ash-wednesday-state-holiday/)
- [Mardi Gras - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/mardi-gras-state-holiday-2/)
- [Martin Luther King Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/martin-luther-king-day-state-holiday-2/)
- [New Year's Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/new-years-day-state-holiday-2/)
- [New Year's Eve](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/new-years-eve/)
- [License Renewal Deadline](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/license-renewal-deadline-2/)
- [Christmas](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/christmas/)
- [Board Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-5/)
- [Thanksgiving](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/thanksgiving/)
- [Veteran's Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/veterans-day/)
- [NBCE's Part IV Exam](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/nbces-part-iv-exam-4/)
- [Election Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/election-day/)
- [Board Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-4/)
- [FCLB District 3 & 5 Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/fclb-district-3-5-meeting-2/)
- [Labor Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/labor-day/)
- [X-ray Certificate Holder Renewal Deadline](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/x-ray-certificate-holder-renewal-deadline-2/)
- [Board Meeting & Administration Oversight Committee](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-administration-oversight-committee/)
- [Independence Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/independence-day-2/)
- [New Fiscal Year Begins](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/new-fiscal-year-begins-2/)
- [End of Fiscal Year](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/end-of-fiscal-year-2/)
- [Juneteenth](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/juneteenth/)
- [New Year's Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/new-years-day-state-holiday/)
- [Martin Luther King Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/martin-luther-king-day-state-holiday/)
- [Mardi Gras - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/mardi-gras-state-holiday/)
- [Good Friday - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/good-friday-state-holiday/)
- [Memorial Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/memorial-day-state-holiday/)
- [Independence Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/independence-day/)
- [Labor Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/labor-day-state-holiday/)
- [Election Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/election-day-state-holiday/)
- [Veteran's Day - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/veterans-day-state-holiday/)
- [Thanksgiving - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/thanksgiving-state-holiday/)
- [Christmas - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/christmas-state-holiday/)
- [New Year's Eve - State Holiday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/new-years-eve-state-holiday/)
- [New Year's Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/new-years-day/)
- [Inauguration Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/inauguration-day/)
- [Martin Luther King Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/martin-luther-king-day/)
- [Mardi Gras](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/mardi-gras/)
- [Ash Wednesday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/ash-wednesday/)
- [Good Friday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/good-friday/)
- [Memorial Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/memorial-day/)
- [Shellie's Birthday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/shellies-birthday-2/) - Happy Birthday to our Administrative Assistant, Shellie!
- [NBCE's Part IV Exam](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/nbces-part-iv-exam-3/)
- [FCLB Annual Convention](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/fclb-annual-convention-2/)
- [Board Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-3/)
- [Easter Sunday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/easter-sunday-2/)
- [St. Patrick's Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/st-patricks-day-2/) - Happy Birthday to our Director, Patricia Oliver.
- [FARB Annual Conference](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/farb-annual-conference-2/)
- [Board Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-2/)
- [License Renewal Deadline](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/license-renewal-deadline/)
- [Board Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting/)
- [NBCE’s Part IV exam](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/nbces-part-iv-exam-2/)
- [Board Meeting & Licensure Exam](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-licensure-exam-3/)
- [FCLB District 3 & 5 Meeting](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/fclb-district-3-5-meeting/)
- [X-ray Certificate Holder Renewal Deadline](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/x-ray-certificate-holder-renewal-deadline/)
- [Board meeting/Licensure exam & Admin. Oversight Com](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-licensure-exam-admin-oversight-com/)
- [New Fiscal Year Begins](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/new-fiscal-year-begins/)
- [End of Fiscal Year](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/end-of-fiscal-year/)
- [Shellie's Birthday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/shellies-birthday/)
- [NBCE’s Part IV Exam](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/nbces-part-iv-exam/)
- [FCLB Annual Convention](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/fclb-annual-convention/)
- [Easter Sunday](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/easter-sunday/)
- [Board Meeting & Licensure Exam](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-licensure-exam-2/)
- [St. Patrick's Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/st-patricks-day/)
- [Valentine's Day](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/valentines-day/)
- [FARB Annual Conference](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/farb-annual-conference/)
- [Board meeting & Licensure exam](https://lachiropracticboard.com/event/board-meeting-licensure-exam/)

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