§ 63-6-802. Part Definitions
As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires: “ABGC” means the American Board of Genetic Counseling; “ABMG” means the American Board of Medical Genetics; “Board” means the board of medical examiners, created by § 63-6-101; “CEU” means a continuing education unit as defined by the ABGC; “Department” means the department of health; “Division” […]
§ 63-6-803. Scope of Genetic Counseling
Genetic counseling is a communication process, conducted by one (1) or more appropriately trained individuals, that includes: Estimating the likelihood of occurrence or recurrence of any potentially inherited or genetically influenced condition. This assessment may involve: Obtaining and analyzing a complete health history of the person and family; Reviewing pertinent medical records; Evaluating the risks […]
§ 63-6-804. Licensure Requirement — Exceptions
No person shall engage in the practice of genetic counseling, act or represent that person to be a genetic counselor, or to use such titles as “genetic counselor,” “licensed genetic counselor,” “gene counselor,” “genetic associate” or any words, letters, abbreviations or insignia indicating or implying that the person is a genetic counselor, unless that person […]
§ 63-6-805. Compliance With Ethical Codes
All licensees shall comply with the current code of ethics adopted by the National Society of Genetic Counselors, except to the extent that it conflicts with state laws or the rules of the board. If the code of ethics conflicts with state law or rules, state law or rules govern the matter. A violation of […]
§ 63-6-806. Rules and Regulations — Qualifications for Licensure — Fees — Renewal
The board shall promulgate, in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, all rules and regulations that are reasonably necessary to regulate advertising and for the performance of the various duties imposed upon the board for the proper administration of this part. No person shall represent to be or […]
§ 63-6-807. Denial, Suspension, or Revocation of License — Other Disciplinary Actions
The board shall have the power to: Deny, restrict or condition a license; Permanently or temporarily withhold issuance of a license; Suspend, limit or restrict a previously issued license, for the time and in the manner that the board determines; Reprimand, suspend, revoke or take any other disciplinary action in relation to an applicant or […]
§ 63-6-808. Retirement of License and Relicensure
Any person who has been issued a license to practice under this part and who wishes to retire the license shall file with the board an affidavit, on a form to be furnished by the board, stating the date on which the person retired from practice and any other information deemed necessary by the board. […]
§ 63-6-901. Radiologic Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners
The Tennessee radiologic imaging and radiation therapy board of examiners, or for the purposes of this part, the “board,” is hereby created. The board shall consist of nine (9) members who shall serve staggered terms. Initial board members shall be appointed on or before October 1, 2016, as follows: The governor shall appoint: One (1) […]
§ 63-6-708. Immunity for Voluntary Provision of Health Care Services
No person who is licensed, certified or authorized by the board of any of the professions of the healing arts, as enumerated in this title, shall be liable for any civil damages for any act or omission resulting from the rendering of such services, unless the act or omission was the result of such person’s […]
§ 63-6-709. Liability of Volunteer Crisis Response Team Member — Applicability
“Crisis intervention” means a session at which crisis response services are rendered by a critical incident stress management team member during or after a crisis or disaster. “Crisis response services” means consultation, risk assessment, referral and crisis intervention services provided by a critical incident stress management team to individuals affected by crisis or disaster. “Critical […]