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Title 22 - Part 24 - TEXAS BOARD OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS

Chapter 571 - LICENSING

Subchapter A - GENERAL

571.1 - Definitions
571.3 - Criminal History Evaluation Letters
571.4 - Qualifications for Licensed Veterinary Technician License
571.5 - Qualifications for Veterinary License
571.6 - Qualifications for Equine Dental Provider License
571.7 - Veterinary Licensing Eligibility
571.9 - Special Veterinary Licenses
571.11 - Provisional Veterinary Licensure
571.13 - Temporary Veterinary Licensure During Declared State of Disaster
571.15 - Temporary Veterinary License
571.17 - Expedited and Alternative Licensure Procedure for Military

Subchapter B - EXAMINATIONS

571.21 - Application for the SBE, LVTE, and EDPE
571.23 - National Licensing Examination
571.25 - Reapplication for SBE, LVTE, and EDPE
571.27 - Disability Accommodations

Subchapter C - RECIPROCAL LICENSING AGREEMENTS

571.31 - Reciprocal Licensing Agreements

Subchapter D - LICENSE RENEWALS

571.51 - Application
571.53 - Exemptions
571.54 - Retired Veterinary License Status
571.55 - Delinquent Letters
571.56 - Military Service Fee Waiver
571.57 - Application of Monetary Funds to Outstanding Balances
571.58 - Application Form and Photograph
571.59 - Expired Veterinary Licenses
571.60 - Expired Licenses for Licensed Veterinary Technicians and Equine Dental Providers
571.61 - Inactive License Status
571.63 - Default on Student Loan
571.65 - Default on Child Support

Chapter 573 - RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Subchapter A - GENERAL PROFESSIONAL ETHICS

573.1 - Avoidance of Conflicting Interest
573.2 - Avoidance of Encroachment on Another's Practice
573.3 - Exposure of Corrupt or Dishonest Conduct
573.4 - Adherence to the Law
573.5 - Avoidance of Corruption of Others
573.6 - Restriction of Partnerships to Members of Veterinary Profession
573.7 - No Abuse of Position or Trust
573.8 - Loss of Accreditation
573.9 - Nonresident Consultants

Subchapter B - SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL

573.10 - Supervision of Non-Veterinarians
573.11 - Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees
573.12 - Responsibility for Licensure of Licensed Persons
573.13 - Delegation and Supervision Relating to Official Health Documents
573.14 - Alternate Therapies--Chiropractic and Other Forms of Musculoskeletal Manipulation
573.15 - Use of Ultrasound in Diagnosis or Therapy
573.16 - Alternate Therapies--Acupuncture
573.17 - Alternate Therapies--Holistic Medicine
573.18 - Alternate Therapies--Homeopathy
573.19 - Dentistry

Subchapter C - RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLIENTS

573.20 - Responsibility for Acceptance of Medical Care
573.21 - Direct Responsibility to Client
573.22 - Professional Standard of Care
573.23 - Board Certified Specialists
573.24 - Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case
573.25 - Issuance of Official Health Documents Through Direct Knowledge Only
573.26 - Avoidance of Guaranteeing Cures
573.27 - Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing
573.28 - Observance of Confidentiality
573.29 - Complaint Information and Notice to Clients

Subchapter D - ADVERTISING, ENDORSEMENTS AND CERTIFICATES

573.30 - Advertising
573.32 - Specialty Listings
573.33 - Display of Degree, Certificate, or Title from Approved Institutions Only
573.34 - Authorized Degrees, Certificates, or Titles Only
573.35 - Display of License
573.36 - Corporate and Assumed Names
573.37 - Ban on Use of Solicitors

Subchapter E - PRESCRIBING AND/OR DISPENSING MEDICATION

573.40 - Labeling of Medications Dispensed
573.41 - Use of Prescription Drugs
573.42 - Use of Scheduled Drugs in Training and/or Racing
573.43 - Controlled Substances Registration
573.44 - Compounding Drugs
573.45 - Extra-Label or Off-Label Use of Drugs

Subchapter F - RECORDS KEEPING

573.50 - Controlled Substances Records Keeping for Drugs on Hand
573.51 - Rabies Control
573.52 - Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping
573.53 - Equine Dental Provider Patient Record Keeping
573.54 - Patient Records Release and Charges
573.55 - Transfer and Disposal of Patient Records

Subchapter G - OTHER PROVISIONS

573.60 - Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans
573.61 - Minimum Security for Controlled Substances
573.62 - Violation of Board Orders/Negotiated Settlements
573.63 - Inspection of Facilities and Records
573.64 - Continuing Education Requirements
573.65 - Proof of Acceptable Continuing Education
573.66 - Disciplinary Action for Non-Compliance with Continuing Education Requirements
573.67 - Continuing Education as Disciplinary Action
573.68 - Telemedicine
573.69 - Conditions Relative to License Suspension
573.70 - Mandatory Reporting of Criminal Activity
573.71 - Operation of Temporary Limited-Service Veterinary Services
573.72 - Employment by Nonprofit or Municipal Corporations
573.73 - Animal Reproduction
573.74 - Management Services Organizations in Veterinary Practice
573.75 - Duty to Cooperate with Board
573.76 - Notification of Licensee Addresses
573.77 - Sterilization of Animals from Releasing Agencies
573.78 - Default on Student Loan/Child Support Payments
573.79 - Maintenance of Sanitary Premises
573.80 - Definitions
573.81 - Mandatory Report by Licensee
573.82 - Laser Therapy
573.83 - Price Transparency for Emergency Care

Chapter 575 - PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE

575.1 - Definitions
575.2 - Filing of Documents
575.3 - Computation of Time
575.4 - Conduct and Decorum
575.5 - Subpoenas/Witness Expenses
575.6 - Procedures Following a Contested Case Hearing
575.7 - Presentation of Proposal for Decision
575.8 - Final Decision and Orders
575.9 - Motions for Rehearing
575.10 - Costs of Administrative Hearings
575.20 - Board Proceedings Relating to Licensure Eligibility
575.22 - Reinstatement of Licenses
575.24 - Reprimands
575.25 - Schedule of Sanctions
575.27 - Complaints
575.28 - Investigations
575.29 - Informal Conferences
575.30 - Contested Case Hearing at SOAH
575.35 - Temporary License Suspension Proceedings
575.36 - Rescission of Probation
575.38 - Proceeding for the Modification or Termination of Agreed Orders and Disciplinary Orders
575.50 - Criminal Convictions
575.60 - Alternative Dispute Resolution
575.61 - Petition for Rulemaking
575.62 - Negotiated Rulemaking
575.63 - Board Approval of Equine Dental Provider Certification Programs
575.281 - Complaints--Request to Reopen Investigation

Chapter 577 - GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

Subchapter A - BOARD MEMBERS AND MEETINGS--DUTIES

577.1 - Officers
577.2 - Meetings
577.3 - Compensation
577.5 - Committees of the Board

Subchapter B - STAFF

577.11 - Appointments and Fund Disbursements
577.12 - Directory of Licensees
577.15 - Fee Schedule
577.16 - Responsibilities of Board and Staff
577.17 - Purchasing Protest Procedures
577.18 - Historically Underutilized Businesses
577.20 - Employee Education and Training