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38-9C-3
Section 38-9C-3 Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following words shall have the following
meanings: (1) DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY. A disability that includes the following items: a.
Is attributable to a mental, cognitive, or physical impairment, or any combination of mental,
cognitive, and physical impairments. b. Is manifested before the individual attains age 22
except in cases of traumatic brain injury when age is not a variable. c. Is likely to continue
indefinitely. d. Results in substantial functional limitations in three or more of the following
areas of major life activities: 1. Self-care. 2. Receptive and expressive language. 3. Learning.
4. Mobility. 5. Self-direction. 6. Capacity for independent living. 7. Gainful employment.
(2) TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY. An injury to the brain, not of degenerative or congenital nature
but caused by an external physical force, that may produce a diminished or altered state of
consciousness, which results in impairment of cognitive...
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20-2-250
Section 20-2-250 Definitions. As used in this article, the following words shall have the following
meanings: (1) ADMINISTER. The direct application of a controlled substance whether by injection,
inhalation, ingestion, or any other means, to the body of a patient by any of the following:
a. A collaborating physician or, in his or her presence, his or her authorized agent. b. A
certified registered nurse practitioner or certified nurse midwife. c. The patient at the
direction and in the presence of the collaborating physician, certified registered nurse practitioner,
or certified nurse midwife. (2) BOARD. The Board of Medical Examiners of the State of Alabama.
(3) CERTIFIED NURSE MIDWIFE or CNM. An advanced practice nurse who is subject to a collaborative
practice agreement with a collaborating physician pursuant to Title 34, Chapter 21, Article
5, and who has advanced knowledge and skills relative to the management of women's health
care focusing on pregnancy, childbirth, the...
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27-9A-3
Section 27-9A-3 Independent adjuster defined; exclusions. (a) For purposes of this chapter,
an "independent adjuster" is a person who, for compensation as an independent contractor
or as an employee of an independent contractor, undertakes on behalf of an insurer to ascertain
and determine the amount of any claim, loss, or damage payable under a contract of property,
casualty, or workers' compensation insurance or to effect settlement of such claim, loss,
or damage. This chapter shall not be construed to permit persons not licensed as attorneys
to engage in activities constituting the practice of law. (b) An independent adjuster does
not include any of the following: (1) Attorneys-at-law admitted to practice in this state
when acting in their professional capacity as an attorney. (2) A salaried employee of an insurer.
(3) A person employed solely to obtain facts surrounding a claim or to furnish technical assistance
to a licensed independent adjuster. (4) An individual who is employed...
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34-17A-3
Section 34-17A-3 Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following words have the following
meanings: (1) ADVERTISE. The issuing or causing to be distributed any card, sign, or device
to any person; or the causing, permitting, or allowing any sign or marking on or in any building,
radio or television, transmission or broadcast, or advertising by any media or other means
designed to secure public attention. (2) BOARD. The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage
and Family Therapy. (3) MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST. A person to whom a valid, current license
has been issued pursuant to this chapter. (4) PERSON. Any individual, firm, corporation, partnership,
organization, political body, or other entity. (5) PRACTICE OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY.
The process of providing professional marriage and family therapy to individuals, couples,
and families, either alone or in a group. The practice of marriage and family therapy utilizes
established principles that recognize the interrelated...
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34-23-74
Section 34-23-74 Hospitals and related institutions; automated dispensing systems. (a) Except
as otherwise provided in subsection (b), every pharmacy located in a hospital, skilled nursing
home, or other related institution in this state shall be under the supervision of a licensed
pharmacist. In general hospitals, skilled nursing homes, and extended care facilities not
operating a pharmacy, the drug or medicine room shall be under the direct supervision and
direction of a consulting pharmacist or a member of the medical staff who shall be a licensed
practitioner of medicine. In nursing homes which are not classified by the State Board of
Health as skilled nursing homes, maternity homes, homes for the aged, domiciliary institutions,
and all related institutions except those operated by and in conjunction with a licensed hospital,
medicines or drugs bearing the wording on the label "caution, federal law prohibits dispensing
without prescription" or similar wording that causes the...
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34-5A-7
Section 34-5A-7 Expiration and renewal of license. (a) A license shall be granted for a period
of two years and shall expire on December 31 in the second year. Before the expiration of
a license, the license may be renewed upon submission of an application for renewal, including
proof of continued certification by the certifying entity and payment of the renewal fee imposed
by the board. (b) All licenses issued pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to renewal
and shall expire unless renewed in the manner prescribed by the rules of the board upon the
payment of a renewal fee. The board may provide for a late renewal of a license upon payment
of a late renewal fee if all conditions for renewal have been satisfied and upon payment of
a late renewal fee. Any license which has not been renewed within two years following its
expiration may not be renewed, restored, or reissued thereafter. The holder of an expired
license may apply for and obtain a valid license only upon compliance with...
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34-9-9
Section 34-9-9 Exercise of independent professional judgment by dentists; prohibited business
arrangements or relationships; penalties. (a) No person other than a dentist licensed pursuant
to this chapter or a 501(c)(3) entity registered under Section 34-9-7.2 may do any of the
following: (1) Employ a dentist or dental hygienist in the operation of a dental office. (2)
Place in the possession of a dentist, dental hygienist, or other agent such dental material
or equipment as may be necessary for the management of a dental office on the basis of a lease
or any other agreement for compensation for the use of such material, equipment, or offices.
(3) Retain the ownership or control of dental equipment, material, or office and make the
same available in any manner for the use of a dentist, dental hygienist, or other agent. (4)
The term "person," as used in this section, shall not in any way pertain to state,
county, municipal, or city institutions but shall be deemed to include any...
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22-18-50
Section 22-18-50 Enactment and text of Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate
Compact. The Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact is hereby enacted
into law and entered into with all other jurisdictions legally joining therein in form substantially
as follows: SECTION 1. PURPOSE In order to protect the public through verification of competency
and ensure accountability for patient care related activities all states license emergency
medical services (EMS) personnel, such as emergency medical technicians (EMTs), advanced EMTs
and paramedics. This Compact is intended to facilitate the day to day movement of EMS personnel
across state boundaries in the performance of their EMS duties as assigned by an appropriate
authority and authorize state EMS offices to afford immediate legal recognition to EMS personnel
licensed in a member state. This Compact recognizes that states have a vested interest in
protecting the public's health and safety...
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22-18-6
Section 22-18-6 Violations; good Samaritan provisions; scope of privilege; control of emergency
scene; penalties. (a) It shall be a Class A misdemeanor for any person, firm, company, corporation,
organization, facility, or agency to do any of the following: (1) Deliberately hinder, obstruct,
or interfere with an officer, inspector, or duly authorized agent of the board while in the
performance of official duties. (2) Deliberately hinder, obstruct, or interfere with any physician,
licensed nurse, licensed EMSP, or emergency personnel exempt from licensure under this article
while that individual is providing emergency care to a third person or while that individual
is assisting at the scene of an emergency, directing traffic at the scene of an emergency,
or managing or helping to manage the scene of an emergency. (3) Violate subsection (c) or
(d). (4) Offer, provide, or perform, without a license or certificate to do so, an emergency
medical service or other function which, under this...
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22-21B-3
Section 22-21B-3 Definitions. The following words and terms shall have the meanings ascribed
to them in this section, unless otherwise required by their respective context: (1) CONSCIENCE.
The religious, moral, or ethical principles held by a health care provider. (2) DISCRIMINATION.
Discrimination includes, but is not limited to: Hiring, termination, refusal of staff privileges,
refusal of board certification, demotion, loss of career specialty, reduction of wages or
benefits, adverse treatment in the terms and conditions of employment, refusal to award any
grant, contract, or other program, or refusal to provide residency training opportunities.
(3) HEALTH CARE PROVIDER. Any individual who may be asked to participate in any way in a health
care service, including, but not limited to: A physician, physician's assistant, nurse, nurse's
aide, medical assistant, hospital employee, clinic employee, nursing home employee, pharmacist,
researcher, medical or nursing school faculty, student,...
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