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What Georgia’s statute, administrative rules and chiropractic board publish on eight topics of running a practice, quoted as published, each with its citation as printed, its source and the date we read it. Read on 9 October 2026.
Advertising · Titles and claims · Prepaid care and financial arrangements · Discounts, free services and inducements · Record retention · Assistants and delegation · Corporate practice and ownership · Telehealth
(1) Defined. Advertising shall mean any information communicated in a manner designed to attract public attention to the practice of the licensee or the chiropractic profession. Advertising shall include but not be limited to any communication which is published, displayed, printed, broadcast, or spoken including the use of newspapers and other publications, telephone directories, pamphlets, handouts, billboards, window displays, radio, television, telephone, computer, internet, fax or other telecommunication device or any other means or medium.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(1) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(2) A licensee shall not make any false, misleading, or deceptive communication in any form of advertising nor shall the licensee utilize any form of advertising which has the capacity or tendency to deceive, mislead, or confuse the recipient in any manner including but not limited to the following:Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(2) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(a) Advertising which contains a misrepresentation of any fact or facts including advertising which has the capacity or tendency to mislead, deceive, or confuse any potential recipient either through false or misleading claims or by failing to disclose relevant or material facts;Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(2)(a) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(c) Advertising that has the capacity or tendency to create false or unjustified expectations of beneficial treatment or successful cures;Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(2)(c) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(d) Advertising that contains any guarantee of the results of any services;Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(2)(d) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(e) Advertising of services that the licensee is not licensed to perform in this state;Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(2)(e) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(g) Advertising a transaction that is in itself illegal;Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(2)(g) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(3) Chiropractors licensed under this chapter may only use the terms chiropractor, chiropractors, doctors(s) of chiropractic, and/or D.C. The use of the term Chiropractic Physicians is not authorized.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(3) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(2) A licensee shall not make any false, misleading, or deceptive communication in any form of advertising nor shall the licensee utilize any form of advertising which has the capacity or tendency to deceive, mislead, or confuse the recipient in any manner including but not limited to the following:Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(2) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(b) Advertising which conveys the impression of professional superiority or other superior attributes that cannot be substantiated. Licensees may not advertise that they have certifications or have attained diplomate status without having been conferred the title of diplomate or having received certifications by one or more of the groups found in board rule 100-4-.02.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(2)(b) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(f) Advertising, including that place in a classified or telephone directory, under a heading which may foster confusion about the professional status of the chiropractor or under a professional heading in which the chiropractor is not licensed;Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(2)(f) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
A licensee may advertise the licensee's membership in any organization related to the practice of chiropractic, if the licensee's representations are not false, misleading, deceptive, or confusing; provided, however, that licensees may not advertise that they have certifications or have attained diplomate status without having been conferred the title of diplomate or having received certifications and having active diplomate and/or certifications.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.02 · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(4) Students performing chiropractic procedures at a location other than the premises of the chiropractic college at which the student is enrolled and under the supervision and direction of a Chiropractic Preceptor shall be known as "Chiropractic Interns" and shall not represent themselves to the public as licensed Chiropractors or use terms such as "Chiropractor","Doctor of Chiropractic" or "D.C."Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-8-.01(4) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(1) It is considered unprofessional conduct for any chiropractor to enter into a financial contract which obligates a patient for care or payment for care using coercion, duress, fraud, overreaching diagnosis, harassment, intimidation or undue influence.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.08(1) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(a) Any services provided prior to the signing of the contract must not be included in the contract.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.08(1)(a) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(b) The patient must be given a permanent copy of the signed contact; and the contract must provide a clearly defined refund policy typed in not less than 12 point font. An initial line must be next to the refund policy and must be initialed by the patient.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.08(1)(b) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(c) The contract must contain the statement "There is insufficient evidence to suggest that not receiving chiropractic care will lead to death, paralysis, disability or permanent harm." Said statement must be typed in not less than 12 point font.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.08(1)(c) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(2) Any chiropractor who enters into a pre-payment financial contract with a patient must allow the patient 48 hours to sign and return the contract. During this 48-hour evaluation period from the time when a copy of the written contract is provided to the patient; no content of the contract can be changed.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.08(2) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(3) Any chiropractor who enters into a pre-paid financial contract with a patient shall determine and record the patient's clinical objective which the pre-paid care is designed to achieve and provide the patient with a copy of this objective.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.08(3) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(1) A chiropractor shall not compensate or give anything of value to a person or organization to recommend or secure the services of the chiropractor by a specific patient.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.03(1) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(4) Licensees may advertise that they will perform designated chiropractic services free or at a discount if, in fact, no compensation in any form for such services will be requested from the patient, their insurer, or any third party subject to the following provisions:Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(4) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(i) A detailed account of the advertised services being offered free or at a discount must be presented in writing to, and signed by, the patient, clearly explaining that ANY FURTHER TREATMENT WILL BE PROVIDED AT RATES REGULARLY CHARGED BY THIS OFFICE. A copy of this document must be given to the patient and the original must be maintained in the patient record in keeping with Rule 100-10-.01(h)(i) which requires that such records be retained for not less than seven (7) years from the date of service.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(4)(i) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(ii) If a charge is made for any service rendered on the same day that an advertised free or discounted service is rendered, a detail account of those services offered for a fee must be provided in writing to, and signed by the patient, clearly explaining that these treatments are not a part of any offer of free or discounted services. A copy of this document must be given to the patient and the original must be maintained in the patient record in keeping with Rule 100-10-.01(h)(i) which requires that such records be retained for not less than seven (7) years from the date of services.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(4)(ii) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(iii) For the purpose of this Section, no separate charge shall be made for the professional evaluation of diagnostic tests or procedures which are provided without cost or at a discount whether such professional evaluation is made at the time of the initial office visit or at a later date.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(4)(iii) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(5) Nothing is this Section shall be so interpreted as to interfere with or prohibit fee discounts or offers of discounted fees in connection with any managed care plan, group plan, Medicare, or similar entity.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-4-.01(5) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(2) Patient records must contain and be retained in compliance with O.C.G.A 31-33-1 as well as the following:Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.07(2) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(b) must be retained for ten (10) years from the date of the last patient visit.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.07(2)(b) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(c) must be released in compliance with O.C.G.A. 31-33-1 regardless of any outstanding bill or financial matter.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.07(2)(c) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(d) if an office closes, the chiropractor must post a legal notice of closing in the local legal organ (newspaper) as to the date the practice is closing and where the patient records should be obtained.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.07(2)(d) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
1. the chiropractor must allow not less than thirty (30) calendar days to allow for retrieval of patient records.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.07(2)(d)1. · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(h) Original patient x-ray films or accurate copies shall be retained for not less than ten (10) years from the date of each x-ray exposure.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-10-.01(h) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
1. Except as provided in subparagraph (h), all other patient records, including radiological diagnosis and clinical impressions, shall be retained for not less than ten (10) years from the date of the last examination or treatment by the doctor of chiropractic.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-10-.01(h)1. · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(3) It shall be considered immoral and unprofessional conduct to fail to release patient records in compliance with O.C.G.A. § 31-33-2, to the patient, to another healthcare professional or any other authorized person within ten (10) business days upon proper written authorization by the patient.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.01(3) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
Chiropractors duly licensed in this state may utilize persons to assist them in those practices and procedures authorized by Title 43, Chapter 9 of the O.C.G.A. subject to the following limitations:Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-15-.01 · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(a) Only licensed doctors of chiropractic shall be authorized to perform adjustments of the articulations of the human body.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-15-.01(a) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(b) A person assisting a licensed doctor of chiropractic shall do so only under the direct order and directs supervision of a licensed doctor of chiropractic.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-15-.01(b) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
1. For purposes of this Rule,"direct order" shall mean a written or verbal instruction or direction to perform practices or procedures authorized by Title 43, Chapter 9 of the O.C.G.A.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-15-.01(b)1. · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
2. For purposes of this Rule,"direct supervision" shall mean that a licensed doctor of chiropracticis physically present in the facility or office and is responsible for all practices and procedures performed under his or her direct order.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-15-.01(b)2. · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
A chiropractic assistant may administer modalities, in accordance with O.C.G.A § 43-9-16(b), to patients only in those instances in which the assistant is acting under the direct order and direct supervision of a licensed chiropractor certified by the Board to utilize these modalities.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-15-.01(c) · rules.sos.ga.gov · 100-15 · read 9 October 2026
(2) It shall be considered immoral and unprofessional conduct to knowingly performing an act which in any way aids, assists, procures, advises, or encourages any unlicensed person to practice chiropractic;Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-7-.01(2) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
(2) Students enrolled at approved chiropractic colleges may perform chiropractic procedures provided such students have successfully completed at least one academic year of schooling and the chiropractic procedures are performed under the supervision and direction of an authorized instructor duly licensed to practice chiropractic in the State of Georgia.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 100-8-.01(2) · rules.sos.ga.gov · Download_pdf.aspx?st=GASOS&year=2026&dept=Departments&pdf=Department%20100%20RULES%20OF%20GEORGIA%20BOARD%20OF%20CHIROPRACTIC%20EXAMINERS · read 9 October 2026
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