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A compilation of the Indiana Code and Indiana Administrative Code 2008 Edition
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Website: www.PLA.IN.gov NOTICE: This compilation incorporates the most recent revisions of
statutes and administrative rules governing the profession of veterinary
medicine, as of July 1, 2008. Note that this compilation is not an official
version of the Indiana Code. It is distributed as a general guide to
veterinary medicine professionals. It is not intended to be offered as
legal advice, and it may contain typographical errors. The Indiana
Professional Licensing Agency and the Indiana Board of Veterinary Medical
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at www.in.gov/legislative. INDIANA BOARD OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS
July 2008 Edition
TABLE OF CONTENTS INDIANA CODE 25-38.1 - Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians
Chapter 1. Preamble; Definitions
IC 25-38.1-1 Pages 5 - 6 Chapter 2. Indiana Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
IC 25-38.1-2 Pages 6 - 9 Chapter 3. Veterinarians; Veterinary Technicians; Licenses, Special
Permits, and Registration IC 25-38.1-3 Pages 9 - 11 Chapter 4. Practice; Discipline; Prohibitions
IC 25-38.1-4 Pages 11 - 13 Chapter 5. Impaired Veterinary Health Care Providers
IC 25-38.1-5 Pages 13 - 14 Non-Code Provision
P.L.58-2008 Page 14
INDIANA CODE 25-1 - Professions and Occupations Chapter 1. Evidence of License Applicant's Payment of Personal
Property Taxes Required IC 25-1-1 Page 15 Chapter 1.1. Effect of Criminal Convictions on Licensed or
Registered Persons IC 25-1-1.1 Pages 15 - 16 Chapter 1.2. Effect of Delinquency in Child Support Payments on
Licensed or Registered Persons IC 25-1-1.2 Pages 16 - 17 Chapter 2. Renewal of Licenses Granted by State Agencies; Notice
of Expiration IC 25-1-2 Pages 17 - 18 Chapter 3. Civil Immunity of Regulatory Agencies
IC 25-1-3 Pages 18 - 19 Chapter 4. Continuing Education
IC 25-1-4 Pages 19 - 21 Chapter 5. Professional Licensing Agency
IC 25-1-5 Pages 21 - 23 Chapter 7. Investigation and Prosecution of Complaints
Concerning Regulated Occupations IC 25-1-7 Pages 23 - 25 Chapter 8. Occupational and Professional Licensure,
Registration, and Certification Fees IC 25-1-8 Pages 25
- 27 Chapter 9. Health Professions Standards of Practice
IC 25-1-9 Pages 27 - 31 Chapter 10. Reserved
IC 25-1-10 Page 31 Chapter 12. Renewal of Licenses Held by Individuals in Military
Service IC 25-1-12 Pages 31 - 32 Chapter 13. Indiana Scheduled Prescription Electronic Collection
and Tracking Program IC 25-1-13 Page 32 Chapter 14. Meetings
IC 25-1-14 Pages 32 - 33 Non-Code Provision
P.L.206-2005 Page 33
INDIANA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE Title 888, Article 1.1 - Professional Competence Rule 1. Veterinarians
888 IAC 1-1.1-1 Page 34 Rule 2. Registered Veterinary Technicians
888 IAC 1-1.1-2 Page 34 Rule 3. Fees
888 IAC 1-1.1-3 Page 34 Rule 4. Veterinary Practice Facilities
888 IAC 1-1.1-4 Pages 34 - 35 Rule 5. Standards of Practice
888 IAC 1-1.1-5 Pages 35 - 36 Rule 6. Application for License as a Veterinarian
888 IAC 1-1.1-6 Page 36 Rule 7. Application for Veterinary License; Endorsement
888 IAC 1-1.1-7 Page 37 Rule 8. Application for Registration as a Veterinary Technician;
Examination 888 IAC 1-1.1-8 Page 37 Rule 9. Application for Registration as a Veterinary Technician;
Endorsement 888 IAC 1-1.1-9 Pages 37 - 38 Rule 10. Continuing Education
888 IAC 1-1.1-10 Pages 38 - 39 Rule 11. Inactive Status of Licensees
888 IAC 1-1.1-11 Page 39
INDIANA CODE § 25-38.1 ARTICLE 38.1 VETERINARIANS
INDIANA CODE § 25-38.1-1 Chapter 1. Preamble; Definitions IC 25-38.1-1-1
Sec. 1. This article is an exercise of the police powers of the state to
promote the public health, safety, and welfare of the people of Indiana to
safeguard against the incompetent, dishonest, or unprincipled practice of
veterinary medicine. The practice of veterinary medicine is a privilege
conferred by the general assembly to individuals qualified under this
article.
As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.58-2008, SEC.1. IC 25-38.1-1-1.5
Sec. 1.5. This article does not apply to the manufacture, distribution,
storage, transportation, sale, or use of a veterinary drug, including
antibiotics and immunization products, if federal or state law does not
restrict the drug to:
(1) use by; or
(2) use on the order of;
a licensed veterinarian.
As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.2. IC 25-38.1-1-2
Sec. 2. The definitions in this chapter apply throughout this article.
As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. IC 25-38.1-1-3
Sec. 3. "Accredited college of veterinary medicine" means a veterinary
college or division of a university or college that:
(1) offers the degree doctor of veterinary medicine or its equivalent;
(2) conforms to the standards required for accreditation by the American
Veterinary Medical Association; and
(3) is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association or an
accrediting agency that has been approved by the United States Department
of Education or its successor.
As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. IC 25-38.1-1-3.5
Sec. 3.5. "Accredited veterinary technology program" means a program in
veterinary technology that:
(1) conforms to the standards required for accreditation by the American
Veterinary Medical Association; and
(2) is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association or an
accrediting agency that has been approved by the United States Department
of Education or its successor.
As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.3. IC 25-38.1-1-4
Sec. 4. "Agency" refers to the Indiana professional licensing agency
established by IC 25-1-5-3.
As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. IC 25-38.1-1-5
Sec. 5. "Animal" means any animal other than humans. The term includes:
(1) birds;
(2) fish;
(3) mammals; and
(4) reptiles;
wild or domestic.
As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. IC 25-38.1-1-6
(Repealed by P.L.58-2008, SEC.51.) IC 25-38.1-1-7
Sec. 7. "Board" means the Indiana board of veterinary medical examiners
established by IC 25-38.1-2-1.
As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. IC 25-38.1-1-7.3
Sec. 7.3. "Client" means the owner, the owner's agent, or other person who
is responsible for an animal that is examined or treated by a veterinarian.
As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.4. IC 25-38.1-1-7.5
Sec. 7.5. "Consultation" means a licensed veterinarian receiving advice by
any means from:
(1) a veterinarian licensed in Indiana or another jurisdiction; or
(2) a person whose expertise, in the opinion of the licensed
veterinarian, would benefit an animal.
As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.5. IC 25-38.1-1-7.6
Sec. 7.6. "Contract operator" means an individual who contracts with the
owner of an animal to provide complete care for the animal twenty-four (24)
hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.6. IC 25-38.1-1-7.7
Sec. 7.7. "Direct supervision" means a supervisor is readily available on
the premises where the animal is being treated.
As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.7. IC 25-38.1-1-8
Sec. 8. "ECFVG certificate" means a certificate issued by the American
Veterinary Medical Association Educational Commission for Foreign
Veterinary Graduates, indicating that the holder has demonstrated knowledge
and skill equivalent to that possessed by a graduate of an accredited
college of veterinary medicine.
As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. IC 25-38.1-1-9
Sec. 9. "Extern" means a:
(1) senior veterinary student enrolled in an accredited college of
veterinary medicine; or
(2) second year student enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology
program;
employed by or working with a licensed veterinarian and under the licensed
veterinarian's direct supervision.
As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.58-2008, SEC.8. IC 25-38.1-1-9.3
Sec. 9.3. "Impaired veterinary health care provider" means a veterinarian
or registered veterinary technician who has been affected by the use or
abuse of alcohol or other drugs.
As added by P.L.58-2008, SEC.9. IC 25-38.1-1-9.5
Sec. 9.5. "Indirect supervision" means a supervising veterinarian is not
on the premises but:
(1) is present within the veterinarian's usual practice area;
(2) has given written protocols or oral instructions for the treatment of
an animal for which a veterinarian-client-patient relationship exists;
and
(3) is readily available by telephone or other means of immediate
communication.
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