The proposed bill seeks to update the statutes governing the Arizona Board of Chiropractic Examiners by introducing new definitions and clarifying the scope of unprofessional conduct for chiropractic doctors (DCs). Specifically, it would define terms such as "chiropractic physician," "member," and "patient safety," and provide a detailed list of actions that constitute unprofessional conduct, including failure to disclose financial interests and providing false information. The bill also mandates that the Board complete investigations within specified timeframes, refer criminal complaints to law enforcement, and implement annual conflict-of-interest training for Board members. Additionally, the bill removes existing provisions that allow for broader interpretations of unprofessional conduct and the Executive Director's authority. It requires the Board to develop policies for psychosexual evaluations, maintain a discipline matrix, and stipulates that licenses must be automatically suspended if renewal applications are not completed within 90 days. Overall, these changes aim to enhance accountability, improve patient safety, and streamline the regulatory process for chiropractic practitioners in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-900, 32-900.01, 32-904, 32-904.01, 32-905, 32-921, 32-923, 32-924, 32-924.01, 32-929, 32-934, 13-1401, 32-2811, 32-925, 35-146, 35-147, 41-1750, 92-544, 32-4301, 32-922.01, 36-401