Minnesota Administrative Rules Agency 119 - Chiropractic Examiners Board
Here’s a comprehensive overview of Minnesota Administrative Rules — Agency 119: Chiropractic Examiners Board (Chapter 2500):
📘 Scope & Organization
Chapter 2500 governs licensing, practice, advertising, continuing education, animal chiropractic, and disciplinary processes for chiropractors. (mn.gov)
Subchapters include:
Definitions (2500.0100)
Advertising standards (2500.0200–.0600)
Licensing & continuing education (2500.0700–.2135)
Graduate preceptorship (2500.2500–.2530)
Acupuncture (2500.3000–.5000)
Variances & practice parameters (2500.5050–.6060)
Animal chiropractic (2500.7000–.7090) (mn.gov, law.cornell.edu)
✅ Licensing & Prerequisites (Part 2500.0700–.1000)
Applicants must pass NBCE Parts I–IV (including clinical and physio exams), plus a jurisprudence/ethics test. (law.cornell.edu)
Licensure fees and renewal requirements are specified in parts 2500.1000–2500.1150.
🎓 Continuing Education (Part 2500.1200–.1250)
Licensees must meet CE requirements set by the Board (see 2500.1200).
Records must be kept for up to 5 years and submitted within 21 days if audited. (regulations.justia.com, mn.gov)
❗ License Termination (Part 2500.1110)
Licenses expire each December 31 if renewal, fees, or CE isn't completed.
The Board sends notice within 30 days; non‑response by the specified date (≥33 days later) leads to license termination. (regulations.justia.com)
🐾 Animal Chiropractic (Part 2500.7000–.7090)
Covers registration, renewal, reinstatement, and record‑keeping (e.g., owner/animal info, diagnostics, treatments).
Records must be kept ≥3 years; copies provided to owners or Board within 2 weeks. (regulations.justia.com)
🔍 Other Notable Sections
Preceptorship rules (see 2500.2500+)
Advertising covers permissible representations, board certifications, and prohibited claims.
Professional variances allow exceptions to rules under specific conditions.
📚 Key Provisions at a Glance
| Area | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| CE Recordkeeping | Keep 5 years, submit within 21 days upon audit (regulations.justia.com, mn.gov) |
| Exam Requirements | NBCE Parts I–IV, ethics/jurisprudence exam |
| License Renewal Procedure | Year-end deadlines, notices, and termination process |
| Animal Chiropractic | Client/animal data and record retention rules |
🔗 Accessing the Full Text
Official Minnesota Rules online: via the Office of the Revisor (Chapter 2500) (revisor.mn.gov)
Third‑party mirrors (e.g., Justia, Cornell LII) also host the full chapter text (law.cornell.edu)
✅ Recommendations
Review specific parts relevant to your needs (e.g., 2500.0720 for licensure, 2500.1200 for CE, 2500.7030 for animal records).
Monitor updates: rules are updated quarterly; sources noted “current through March 24, 2025.” (regulations.justia.com)
Cross-reference with Minnesota Statutes, particularly Chapter 148 for statutory authority.
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