§ 45:2C-5 — Standards governing practice of acupuncture.

5. a. The State Board of Medical Examiners, after consultation with the board, shall establish standards governing the practice of acupuncture, including but not limited to: (1) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2009, c.56) (2) An acupuncturist shall obtain informed written consent from each patient, giving each patient a full explanation of the procedure to be performed and informing each patient of the possible complications which may result therefrom, before performing acupuncture. (3) Only acupuncture devices labeled in accordance with United States Food and Drug Administration guidelines shall be used by acupuncturists. (4) An acupuncturist shall advise each patient as to the importance of consulting with a licensed physician regarding the patient's condition, and shall keep on file with the patient's records a form attesting to the patient's notice of that advice. The form shall be in duplicate, with one copy to be issued to the patient, and signed and dated by both the acupuncturist and the patient. (5) An acupuncturist shall maintain medical malpractice liability insurance coverage, at appropriate amounts as set forth in regulations. b. The board may employ such personnel as it deems necessary for the administration of this act. L.1983, c.7, s.5; amended 2009, c.56, s.5.