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Department of Health Professions
273 guidance documents relevant to this agency for the criteria specified
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ID Title Effective Date  
Agency level documents applying to all of this agency's boards
76-10.01 Delegation to agency subordinates 10/13/2022 
76-10.02 Providing Sanction Reference Point worksheets to Respondents 5/3/2018 
76-10.03 Subpoenas for Disciplinary Hearings 12/22/2022 
76-10.05 Reports to The Data Bank 1/5/2023 
76-10.06 Disciplinary process for cases involving non-compliance with section 54.1-2400.6 1/5/2023 
76-10.12 Participation of adjudication specialists in closed sessions 8/9/2017 
76-10.17 Publication of Notices and Orders on the Department websites 1/5/2023 
76-10.24 Summary suspensions and restrictions 3/6/2018 
76-20 Adjudication Manual - Disciplinary process 11/10/2022 
76-20.01 Communication with the media 5/15/2018 
76-20.04 Disclosure of non-investigative information by the Department 1/5/2023 
76-20.05 Disclosure of Information to Health Practitioner Monitoring Program 1/5/2023 
76-30.2 Procurement of professional services 1/5/2023 
76-34 Reporting by Hospitals and Other Health Care Institutions 9/16/2021 
76-35 Virginia Freedom of Information Act Requests 9/1/2022 
76-39 Guidelines for Pro Hac Vice practice 12/14/2017 
76-40.01 Receipt and investigation of allegations of misconduct 1/5/2023 
76-40.02 Unlicensed activity 1/5/2023 
76-40.05 Diciplinary cases involving board members 1/5/2023 
76-80.12 Extension of time for active duty service members or spouses 1/5/2023 
76-90.01 Prescription Drug Monitoring Advisory Committee 5/4/2018 
76-90.02 Custodians of records 1/5/2023 
76-90.03 Foreign applicants and social security numbers 12/8/2022 
76-90.05 Principles/Establishment of Fees 1/5/2023 
BOARD: Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
30-1 Sanctioning Reference Points; Instruction Manual 11/3/2011 
30-10 Disposition of disciplinary cases for practicing on an expired license 5/11/2023 
30-11 Guidelines for processing applications 4/1/2021 
30-12 Guidance for telepractice 11/9/2023 
30-2 By-Laws of the Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, 4/16/2020 
30-3 Use of confidential consent agreements 5/11/2023 
30-4 Supervision of speech-language assistants 4/28/2022 
30-5 Equivalent accrediting body for audiology educational programs 5/11/2023 
30-6 Board definition of active practice 4/1/2021 
30-8 Speech-language pathology practice and the need for licensure 4/1/2021 
30-9 Continuing education audits and sanctioning 10/26/2023 
BOARD: Board of Counseling
115-1.1 Disciplinary Actions for Non-Compliance with Continuing Education and Continuing Education Recommendations 11/10/2022 
115-1.2 Bylaws of the Board 7/25/2019 
115-1.3 Bylaws for the Advisory Board on Art Therapy 1/8/2021 
115-1.4 Guidance on Technology-Assisted Counseling and Technology-Assisted Supervision 7/7/2022 
115-1.5 Sanction Reference Points Manual 5/20/2016 
115-1.8 Examinations acceptable for certification as a rehabilitation provider 11/22/2019 
115-1.9 Certifications approved by the Board for Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor 7/7/2022 
115-10 Guidance on conversion therapy 6/30/2019 
115-11 Scopes of practice in substance abuse counseling or treatment 1/23/2020 
115-12 Acceptance of training and participation as a Disaster Mental Health Worker for continuing competency 1/23/2020 
115-2 Impact of Criminal Convictions, Impairment, and Past History on Licensure, Certification or Registration 9/1/2022 
115-3 Frequently asked questions about credentials appeals 7/25/2019 
115-4.1 Evidence of clinical practice for licensure by endorsement 7/7/2022 
115-4.11 Board guidance on use of confidential consent agreements 7/7/2022 
115-4.3 Direct client hours in an internship 2/5/2021 
115-5 Conduct of an Informal Conference by an Agency Subordinate 5/18/2018 
115-6 Guidance on emotional support animlas 4/2/2020 
115-7 Supervised experience for delivery of clinical services for professional counselor licensure 10/15/2020 
115-8 Approved Degrees in Human Services and Related Fields for QMHP Registration 10/14/2021 
115-9 Board-recognized entity for licensure by endorsement 11/2/2018 
BOARD: Board of Dentistry
60-1 Board policy on confidential consent agreements 11/10/2022 
60-10 Guidance on sanctioning for advertising violations 8/5/2021 
60-11 Policy Regarding Delegation of Pulp-Capping Procedures to a Dental Assistant II 8/4/2022 
60-12 Clinical competency requirements for applicants for licensure, reactivation, or reinstatements 2/2/2023 
60-13 Remote supervision of dental hygienists 2/6/2020 
60-14 Bylaws of the Board 11/10/2022 
60-18 Dental laboratory work order 8/5/2021 
60-19 Dental laboratory subcontractor work order 8/5/2021 
60-2 Sanction reference point instruction manual 11/14/2019 
60-20 Radiation certification 9/10/2021 
60-22 Policy on sanctioning for failure to comply with insurance and billing practices 8/5/2021 
60-23 Teledentistry 12/13/2019 
60-24 Guidance for Dental Practices 11/11/2021 
60-25 Dental clinical competency examination for licensure 2/15/2024 
60-26 Dental hygiene clinical competency examination 2/15/2024 
60-27 Guidance on Sedation Inspections and Permits 5/11/2023 
60-4 Questions and answers about sedation 2/6/2020 
60-5 Auditing for continuing education and sanctioning 8/5/2021 
60-6 Closing of a dental practice on death of a dentist 11/11/2021 
60-7 Chart on delegable duties to dental assistants 2/3/2022 
60-8 Educational requirements for dental assistants II 11/11/2021 
60-9 Policy on Sanctioning for Practicing with an Expired License 8/4/2022 
BOARD: Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers
65-1 Time credit for continuing education courses 12/22/2022 
65-10 By-Laws of the Board 9/16/2021 
65-11 Inspection Guidance Document 3/18/2021 
65-12 Confidential Consent Agreements 12/9/2021 
65-14 Sanction reference points instruction manual 4/17/2018 
65-15 Guidance for internship extensions 9/15/2022 
65-16 Auditing for continuing competency requirements 12/9/2021 
65-17 Disciplinary actions against funeral homes for failing to initiate corrective action 12/22/2022 
65-18 Guidance on surface transportation and removal services in Virginia 9/28/2023 
65-2 Disposition of cases for practicing on an expired license 12/22/2022 
65-20 Participation in Virginia Department of Treasury Unclaimed Property Audit 12/9/2021 
65-3 Processing applications for licensure 9/14/2023 
65-4 Aiding and abetting unlicensed practice 9/14/2023 
65-7 Guidance for education and pathology coursework for licensure as a funeral director 3/18/2021 
BOARD: Board of Health Professions
75-2 Appropriate Criteria in Determining the Need for Regulation of Any Health Care Occupation or Professions 2/25/2019 
75-4 Bylaws of the Board of Health Professions 5/26/2022 
BOARD: Board of Long-Term Care Administrators
95-1 Qualifying for Licensure: Required Content for College Coursework and Approval of NHA AIT Training Hours 12/7/2023 
95-11 Disposition of cases for practicing on an expired license 9/1/2022 
95-12 Processing Applications for Licensure: Examination, Endorsement, and Reinstatement 12/23/2021 
95-13 Guidance on completion of continuing education 12/23/2021 
95-2 Board procedures for auditing continuing education 12/23/2021 
95-3 Sanction Reference Manual 6/28/2018 
95-4 Board policy on confidential consent agreements 12/23/2021 
95-8 Bylaws of the Board of Long-Term Care Administrators 11/12/2020 
95-9 Continuing education for dual licensees 9/1/2022 
BOARD: Board of Medicine
110-13 Guidance on use of collaborative agreements 1/4/2024 
110-8 Information on prescriptive authority in Virginia 1/4/2024 
76-21.1 30 Mixing, diluting, or reconstituting of drugs for administration 7/1/2018 
85-1 Bylaws of the Board of Medicine 12/8/2022 
85-10 Disclosures by licensed midwives for high-risk pregnancies 10/26/2023 
85-11 Sanctioning Reference Points Instruction Manual 8/15/2011 
85-12 Telemedicine 8/19/2021 
85-13 Guidelines on Performing Procedures on the Newly Deceased for Training Purposes 12/8/2022 
85-14 Continuing Competency Violations 4/9/2021 
85-15 Guidelines Concerning the Ethical Practice of Surgery and Invasive Procedures 12/8/2022 
85-16 Questions and Answers on Continuing Competency Requirements for the Virginia Board of Medicine. 12/8/2022 
85-17 Supervisory responsibilities of an occupational therapist 8/18/2022 
85-2 Assistant Attorney General opinion on who can do a school physical examination 12/8/2022 
85-20 AG opinion on employment of surgeon by nonprofit corporation 12/8/2022 
85-21 AG opinion on employment of physician by for-profit corporation 12/8/2022 
85-23 Policy on the Use of Confidential Consent Agreements 12/8/2022 
85-26 Compliance with Law for Licensed Midwives 10/18/2018 
85-27 Role of Licensed Midwives in Newborn Hearing Screening 10/18/2018 
85-28 Authority of licensed midwives to order tests 10/18/2018 
85-3 Bylaws for Advisory Boards of the Board of Medicine * 9/29/2022 
85-4 Acceptance of continuing education in chiropractic 12/8/2022 
85-5 Guidance on questions concerning medical records 2/17/2022 
85-6 Competency Assessment for Three Paid Claims 12/8/2022 
85-7 Guidance on conversion therapy 12/12/2019 
85-8 Authority of Physician Assistants to write Do Not Resuscitate Orders 12/8/2022 
85-9 Policy on USMLE Step attempts 8/4/2022 
90-11 Boards' guidance on Continuing Competency Violations for Nurse Practitioners 2/4/2021  Changes Being Made
90-33 Authority of LNP's to write DNR orders 5/16/2019 
90-56 Practice agreement requirements for licensed nurse practitioners 2/2/2023 
90-64 Telemedicine for Nurse Practitioners 8/11/2021 
BOARD: Board of Nursing
110-18 Advance preparation for administration 12/9/2019 
110-8 Information on prescriptive authority in Virginia 1/4/2024 
90-1 Registered or licensed practical nurses as first assistant in surgery 11/13/2018 
90-10 Board guidelines for processing applications for licensure 7/7/2022 
90-11 Boards' guidance on Continuing Competency Violations for Nurse Practitioners 2/4/2021  Changes Being Made
90-12 Delegation of authority to Board of Nursing registered nurse staff 1/29/2019 
90-13 Applying for initial approval of a nursing education program 12/23/2021 
90-14 Continued approval of a nursing education program 12/23/2021 
90-16 Adult immunization protocols 2/4/2021 
90-2 Transmittal of third-party orders 1/29/2019 
90-22 Requests for Accommodations for NCLEX and NNAAP Testing 1/19/2023 
90-23 Decision-making Model for Determining RN/LPN Scope of Practice 11/13/2018 
90-3 Continued competency violations for nurses and licensed massage therapists 9/28/2023  Changes Being Made
90-33 Authority of LNP's to write DNR orders 5/16/2019 
90-35 Non-compliance with Board orders 1/29/2019 
90-36 Training of employees of school boards in the administration of insulin and glucagon 12/10/2020 
90-38 Disposition of cases against nurses or massage therapists practicing with expired licenses 8/3/2023 
90-4 Opinion on how licensure as a nurse relates to service on a volunteer rescue squad 7/8/2021 
90-41 Patient abandonment 5/16/2019 
90-46 Administration of over-the counter drugs by certified nurse aides 11/13/2018 
90-47 Massage therapy practice and use of titles 11/14/2019 
90-5 Guidance on conversion therapy 12/10/2020 
90-52 Delegation of removal of venous and arterial sheaths to unlicensed personnel not permitted 5/16/2019 
90-55 Impact of Criminal Convictions on Nursing Licensure or Certification and Employment in Virginia 2/4/2021 
90-56 Practice agreement requirements for licensed nurse practitioners 2/2/2023 
90-57 By-Laws of the Board of Nursing 3/18/2020 
90-58 By-Laws of the Advisory Board on Massage Therapy 11/14/2019 
90-59 Impact of criminal convictions on registration of medication aides and licensure of massage therapists 2/4/2021 
90-6 Scope of Practice for Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses 9/28/2023 
90-62 Medication administration training curriculum 8/3/2023 
90-63 Registered nurses and procedural sedation 7/8/2021 
90-64 Telemedicine for Nurse Practitioners 8/11/2021 
90-7 Sanctioning Reference Points Instruction Manual 10/13/2022 
90-9 Board Guidelines for Prescription Drug Administration Training Program for Child Day Care 7/17/2019 
BOARD: Board of Optometry
105-1 Guidance on telepractice in Optometry 9/17/2020 
105-10 End of a contact lens fitting 10/27/2022 
105-11 Cases involving practice with an expired license 5/12/2022 
105-12 Continuing education audits and sanctions 4/3/2019 
105-13 Free Eye Screenings 10/27/2022 
105-14 Bylaws of the Board of Optometry 12/9/2021 
105-2 Guidance on Light Adjustable Lens 9/28/2023 
105-28 Sanction reference points instruction manual 7/20/2011 
105-9 Processing licensure applications 9/16/2021 
BOARD: Board of Pharmacy
110-1 List of categories of facility licenses and a brief description of each 1/4/2024 
110-10 Dispensing drugs from a mobile van 2/2/2023 
110-11 Proof of identity for schedule II drugs 2/2/2023 
110-12 Bylaws of the Board of Pharmacy 11/12/2020 
110-13 Guidance on use of collaborative agreements 1/4/2024 
110-15 Delegation of authority for disciplinary action to the executive director of the Board 2/6/2020 
110-16 Performing inventories 8/6/2020 
110-17 Instructions for graduates of foreign schools of pharmacy 8/5/2021 
110-18 Advance preparation for administration 12/9/2019 
110-19 Use of automated dispensing devices in certain facilities 11/25/2021 
110-2 Instructions for applicants for Pharmacist Licensure 8/5/2021 
110-21 Sanction Reference Manual 12/10/2018 
110-22 Dispensing records; identification of pharmacist 8/6/2020 
110-23 Inspection deficiency monetary penalty guide for physicians selling drugs 2/6/2020 
110-24 Guidance for setting NAPLEX passing score 2/2/2023 
110-25 Guidance for life of a prescription after a prescriber no longer in practice 10/27/2022 
110-26 Pharmacy Working Conditions 5/12/2022 
110-27 Pharmacist-In-Charge responsibilities 5/27/2021 
110-28 Guidance for free clinic pharmacy permit applicants 2/2/2023 
110-29 Guidance document for practitioners dispensing 1/4/2024 
110-3 Guidance on alternative delivery of prescriptions, pharmacy to physician or pharmacy to controlled substance registrant 9/16/2021 
110-30 Drugs within animal shelters 11/25/2021 
110-31 Approved capture drugs and drug administering equipment, Directive from the State Veterinarian 11/25/2021 
110-32 Cannabis: Potential Drug Interactions 8/4/2022 
110-33 Pharmacy Interns as Pharmacy Technicians; Pharmacy Technician Ratio 11/26/2022 
110-34 Manufacturer and wholesale distributor license 11/25/2021 
110-35 Requirements for Prescriptions 1/4/2024 
110-36 Compliance with USP Standards for Compounding 1/4/2024 
110-37 Access to Prescriptions During Unanticipated Shortened Hours 6/8/2023 
110-38 Requirement for Non-resident Pharmacies to Submit Inspection Report 3/30/2021 
110-39 Hours of continuous work and breaks for pharmacists 2/4/2021 
110-4 Continuing Education Guide for Pharmacists 3/18/2021 
110-41 Guidance on Emergency Medical Services Drug Kits 11/25/2021 
110-42 Continuing education audit and recommended sanctions 2/3/2022 
110-43 Dispensing with an authorized generic 2/2/2023 
110-44 Protocol for the Prescribing and Dispensing of Naloxone 1/4/2024 
110-46 Delivery of dispensed drugs 1/4/2024 
110-47 Provision of counseling and information by pharmacists on proper drug disposal 2/2/2023 
110-49 Credentials for Nonresident Pharmacy Dispensing only for Animals 8/6/2020 
110-5 Instructions and forms for reporting of thefts or losses of drugs 11/25/2021 
110-50 Pharmacy Administration Records 6/8/2023 
110-6 Guidance for pharmacies within opioid treatment programs 10/27/2022 
110-7 Practitioner/patient relationship and the prescribing of drugs for family or self 1/4/2024 
110-8 Information on prescriptive authority in Virginia 1/4/2024 
110-9 Pharmacy Inspection Deficiency Monetary Penalty Guide 11/23/2023  Changes Being Made
BOARD: Board of Physical Therapy
112-1 By-Laws of the Board of Physical Therapy 10/3/2019 
112-12 Physical therapy services in home health 12/22/2022 
112-13 Approval of a Traineeship 7/22/2021 
112-14 Electromyography (EMG) and Sharp Debridement in Practice of Physical Therapy 12/22/2022 
112-15 Supervision of unlicensed persons in any setting 12/22/2022 
112-17 Sanction Reference Manual 11/11/2018 
112-18 Discipline for practicing with an expired license 12/22/2022 
112-2 Confidential consent agreements 5/25/2021 
112-21 Telehealth for physical therapy 12/22/2022 
112-22 Procedures for Auditing Continued Competency Requirements 12/22/2022 
112-23 Processing applications for licensure 1/9/2020 
112-3 Guidance on Receipt of Verbal Orders for Medications by Physical Therapists 10/3/2019 
112-4 Licensure requirement for instructors in physical therapy program; guidance on use of professional degree in conjunction with licensure designation; functional capacity evaluations by PTAs 7/6/2023 
112-5 Credentialing and TOEFL requirements for physical therapy graduates of non-approved schools 9/30/2021 
BOARD: Board of Psychology
125-1 Accreditation Bodies Acceptable to the Board 8/18/2022 
125-10 Preparing for Expected and Unexpected Departures from the Operation of a Psychological Practice 5/27/2021 
125-11 Guidance Document on Psychologists' Use of Social Media 5/12/2022 
125-2 Impact of Criminal Convictions, Impairment, and Past History on Licensure or Certification 8/18/2022 
125-3.1 Submission of evidence of completion of graduate work 8/18/2022 
125-3.9 Policy on the use of confidential consent agreements in lieu of disciplinary action by the Board 11/24/2022 
125-5.1 Possible disciplinary action for non-compliance with continuing education requirements 8/18/2022 
125-5.2 Sanction Reference Manual 9/30/2016 
125-6 Bylaws 5/12/2022 
125-7 Electronic communication and telepsychology 11/24/2022 
125-8 Use of assessment titles and signatures 11/24/2022 
BOARD: Board of Social Work
140-1 Confidential Consent Agreements 11/24/2022 
140-11 Disposition of disciplinary cases involving practicing on an expired license 9/20/2019 
140-13 Guidance on emotional support animals 9/16/2021 
140-2 Impact of Criminal Convictions, Impairment, and Past History on Social Work Licensure in Virginia 9/20/2019 
140-3 Guidance on Technology-Assisted Therapy and the Use of Social Media 2/2/2023 
140-4.2 Possible disciplinary or alternative actions in response to non-compliance with continuing education requirements 11/24/2022 
140-6 Bylaws for the Advisory Board on Music Therapy 5/13/2021 
140-7 Bylaws of the Board of Social Work 8/4/2022 
140-8 Sanction Reference Manual 7/1/2016 
140-9 Training for supervisors 5/14/2020 
BOARD: Board of Veterinary Medicine
150-1 Disposition of cases involving applicants practicing veterinary technology prior to licensure 5/2/2019 
150-10 Allowances to purchase, possess and administer drugs within an animal shelter 12/23/2021 
150-11 Continuing Education (CE) Audits and Sanctioning for Failure to Complete CE 5/2/2019 
150-12 Administration of rabies vaccine 7/29/2021 
150-13 Controlled substances in veterinary practices 5/13/2021 
150-14 Process for delegation of informal fact-finding to an agency subordinate 12/23/2021 
150-15 Disposition of routine inspection violations 4/28/2022 
150-16 Protocol for loss or theft of drugs at a veterinary facility 3/11/2021 
150-17 Sanction Reference Points Instruction Manual 6/1/2014 
150-18 Bylaws of the Board of Veterinary Medicine 9/30/2021 
150-19 Delegation of dental polishing-cleaning 12/23/2021 
150-2 Expanded duties for veterinary technicians 10/24/2017 
150-20 Duties of unlicensed assistants 12/23/2021 
150-21 Frequently asked questions about reporting to the Prescription Monitoring Program 4/28/2022 
150-22 Veterinarians and Wildlife Rehabilitators - Prescription Drugs 12/23/2021 
150-23 Disposal of deceased animals 3/11/2021 
150-24 Guidelines for processing applications for licensure 12/23/2021 
150-25 Guidance for telehealth in the practice of veterinary medicine 9/17/2020 
150-26 Guidance on the regulations for veterinary establishments 5/13/2021 
150-3 Preceptorships and externships for veterinary technicians 3/11/2021 
150-4 “Chip” clinics outside approved facilities 12/23/2021 
150-5 Use of compounded drugs in veterinary practices 7/1/2018 
150-7 Disposition of cases involving failure of veterinarian-in-charge to notify board of establishment closure 3/11/2021 
150-8 Disposition of cases involving practice on an expire license or permit 12/8/2022 
150-9 Content of a medical record 12/8/2022 
76-21.2:1 Inspection report for veterinary establishments 6/24/2021 
BOARD: Department of Health Professions
76-21.1 30 Mixing, diluting, or reconstituting of drugs for administration 7/1/2018 
76-21.2:1 Inspection report for veterinary establishments 6/24/2021 
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* Document applies to one or more specific chapters and not to the board as a whole