§ 3401 - Definitions - Vermont Statutes

§ 3401. Definitions

As used in this chapter:

(1) "Acupuncture" or the "practice of acupuncture" means the insertion of fine needles through the skin at certain points on the body, with or without the application of electric current or the application of heat to the needles or skin, or both, for the purpose of promoting health and balance as defined by traditional and modern Oriental theories. Acupuncture involves the use of traditional and modern Oriental diagnostic techniques, acupuncture therapy, and adjunctive therapies, including but not limited to: nonprescription remedies, exercise, nutritional and herbal therapies, therapeutic massage, and lifestyle counselling.

(2) "Licensed acupuncturist" means a person who is licensed to practice acupuncture under this chapter.

(3) "Director" means the director of the office of professional regulation.

(4) "Disciplinary action" includes any action taken by an administrative law officer appointed pursuant to section 129(j) of Title 3 against a licensed acupuncturist or applicant premised on a finding of unprofessional conduct. Disciplinary action includes all appropriate remedies, including denial of or renewal of a license, suspension, revocation, limiting or conditioning of the license issuing reprimands or warnings, and adopting consent orders.

(5) "Secretary" means the secretary of state. (Added 1993, No. 199 (Adj. Sess.), § 1; amended 1997, No. 40, §§ 37, 49(b).)