Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Health Professions
 
Board
Board of Medicine
 
chapter
Regulations Governing the Practice of Licensed Acupuncturists [18 VAC 85 ‑ 110]
 
Guidance Documents
 
Chapter Information
Description Establishes the qualifications for licensure, requirements for renewal and standards of practice for licensed acupuncturists
State Authority Chapter 29 of Title 54.1
Federal Authority None entered
Text of Regulation Link to Virginia Administrative Code
Goals of Regulation 1) Achieve a high level of satisfaction for application and renewal processes for all licensed practitioners.
2) Increase the number of licensed acupuncturists to increase availability and access to services.
Meetings See all meetings (28) relating to this chapter.

Contact Information
Name / Title: Erin Barrett  / Director of Legislative and Regulatory Affairs
Address: Perimeter Center
9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300
Henrico, VA 23233
Email Address: erin.barrett@dhp.virginia.gov
Telephone: (804)750-3912    FAX: (804)915-0382    TDD: ()-
Current Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
None

Past Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
Implementation of 2022 Periodic Review for Chapter 110 Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/03/2025.
Name changes for accrediting bodies Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/18/2022.
Handling fee Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/05/2020.
Renewal fee reduction
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/02/2019.
Electronic renewal notices Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/22/2019.
Result of periodic review Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/08/2019.
Renewal fee reduction
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 12/27/2017.
Acceptance of graduates of candidacy programs Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/13/2015.
One-time reduction in renewal fees
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/25/2013.
Regulatory reform changes Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/26/2013.
Change of address
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/19/2009.
Registration for restricted volunteer practice
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/03/2008.
Requirements for a restricted volunteer license Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/05/2008.
Correction of Code cites
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/18/2007.
Change in fee for returned checks
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/08/2006.
Standards of practice Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/19/2005.
Acceptance of graduates from candidacy programs Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 04/26/2004.
Voluntary practice by out-of-state practitioners Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/18/2003.
Periodic review - educational requirements Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/26/2003.
Form for diagnostic examination Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 12/05/2001.
Inactive licensure Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/06/2001.
Conformity to law
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/02/2000.
Increase in licensee fees Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 04/12/2000.
Conforming to 1999 legislation
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/04/1999.

Withdrawn Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
Forms revision
Final Stage withdrawn on 12/16/2011 before submission to the Registrar.
Fee increase NOIRA Stage withdrawn on 06/23/2006 after the comment period had ended.
Correction of Code cite
Final Stage withdrawn on 08/22/2007 prior to submitting for AG review.

Periodic Reviews
Last Activity Status
10/6/2022 Agency Completed Amend
4/30/2018 Agency Completed Amend
10/16/2012 Agency Completed Amend
9/1/2001 Agency Completed Amend