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1997 Florida Code
TITLE XXXII REGULATION OF PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 457 Acupuncture  
457.102   Definitions.

457.102  Definitions.--As used in this chapter:

(1)  "Acupuncture" means a form of primary health care, based on traditional Chinese medical concepts, that employs acupuncture diagnosis and treatment, as well as adjunctive therapies and diagnostic techniques, for the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health and the prevention of disease. Acupuncture shall include, but not be limited to, the insertion of acupuncture needles and the application of moxibustion to specific areas of the human body.

(2)  "Acupuncturist" means any person licensed as provided in this chapter to practice acupuncture as a primary health care provider.

(3)  "Board" means the Board of Acupuncture.

(4)  "License" means the document of authorization issued by the department for a person to engage in the practice of acupuncture.

(5)  "Department" means the Department of Health.

History.--ss. 1, 2, ch. 80-375; ss. 2, 3, ch. 81-318; s. 38, ch. 83-329; ss. 2, 13, 14, ch. 86-265; s. 57, ch. 91-137; s. 4, ch. 91-156; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 101, ch. 94-218; s. 6, ch. 97-264.

Note.--Former s. 468.322.

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