If you are a licensed chiropractor in the state of Arizona and find yourself in jeopardy of losing your license to practice, you understand the frustration and anxiety this can cause. The Arizona Law Group has experience defending the professional licenses of chiropractors in Arizona. Speak to one of our experienced Arizona chiropractor license defense lawyers as soon as possible. An Arizona license defense attorney at Arizona Law Group can help explore your legal options.
Why Choose Arizona Law Group to Defend Your Chiropractor License in Arizona?
- It is in your best interest to have the protection and security that comes from having an attorney who is familiar with the process of defending your professional license. Arizona Law Group has experience defending professional licenses and is ready to fight for yours.
- We take it upon ourselves to protect your license while helping you avoid any issues that could negatively impact your case. You can have peace of mind knowing we are making sure your rights are protected.
- We will help you navigate the challenging licensing hurdles that you may be facing. Our experience and the testimonials of those we have worked with should instill confidence in our clients since we will work equally as hard for each of them.
It Is Essential to Be Informed of Your Rights
Chiropractors can be subjected to various licensing issues. Listed below are some of the issues that chiropractors may have to overcome:
- Disciplinary action
- Defending their credentials
- Licensing struggles
- Malpractice claims
- Lawsuits
If you receive notice that you are under investigation by the Arizona Board of Chiropractic Examiners, it is essential that you treat the process seriously and respectfully. Listed below are some things you should think about if your license needs to be defended:
- Do not discuss your case with the investigator. Speak with your chiropractic license defense attorney before you make any statements.
- Once the investigation has run its course, you should request a copy of the report and save a copy for your records. You may submit a rebuttal at this time.
For other practicing medical professionals, a medical license defense lawyer in Phoenix can help navigate your unique case and context and help reach your legal goals.
What To Do If Formal Allegations Are Made Against You and You Are Asked to Surrender Your License Voluntarily
If formal allegations threaten your chiropractic license, there are several things you should keep in mind. You have worked too hard to obtain your license, and defending it so that your practice is secured is crucial. It is important to follow the following advice if you find yourself in a position where your license is under attack:
- Seek legal advice. Speak to an attorney if you are approached about giving up your chiropractic license. You should not agree to give up your chiropractic license without a completed investigation. This could be treated as if your license has been revoked for disciplinary reasons, leading to serious consequences.
- You could lose your national accreditation if you surrender your license voluntarily. This is because the Arizona Chiropractic Board of Examiners will report the voluntary surrender.
- Your license in other states could be threatened. This also holds true if you hold other types of health professional licenses. If you surrender your license, this may set off a chain of events causing other states to investigate you as well, leading to potential disciplinary action.
- The National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) and the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) will be notified of your voluntary surrender. This could restrict you from working for government contractors or in other related forms of healthcare since the OIG initiates measures that could ban you from being part of the Medicare program.
How Long Does This Process Take?
An investigation into formal allegations by the Arizona Board of Chiropractic Examiners (ABCE) can take from 30 days up to years to complete. Responding to board requests should be taken seriously. Failing to act responsively and timely may lead to the board’s movement to default on your case, removing your license without a hearing. The circumstances impacting how long the process takes include:
- When filing a complaint occurs
- How complex the investigative process is
- If investigating alleged criminal actions is part of the process
A formal hearing will only occur once the board determines that a substantive basis for a violation of the law exists. Working with us allows an Arizona chiropractor defense lawyer with our firm to begin work on your defense immediately, anticipating the next steps in the investigative process and fighting for your chiropractic license defense. Because investigations have the potential to be lengthy, an Arizona license defense attorney will focus on your legal representation while you focus on life.
When Will I be Able to Practice Chiropractor Care in Arizona Again?
Your ability to continue your chiropractic care practice depends on the ABCE’s determination. Unless an immediate concern exists for patient safety, prompting a cease-and-desist order, you will likely be able to practice until the board rules on your case. These board actions will impact your practice.
- Stipulated Rehabilitation Agreement: The agreement monitors a chiropractor’s work and requires the completion of rehabilitation while a practitioner continues their work. Issuing this agreement may occur to address substance abuse issues.
- Letter of Reprimand: This lowest level of formal disciplinary action against your license or certification requires no probationary requirements. However, the letter of reprimand remains searchable on the ABCE’s disciplinary actions website for five years.
- Probation: The board establishes a consent agreement for probation requiring specific actions or a chiropractor’s inability to perform particular actions while continuing to work. As a chiropractor, your probation may include drug testing or continuing education. Probationary guidelines may also prevent practice without supervision.
- Suspension: The board will establish a timeframe that prevents you from practicing basing their decision on their findings. Reinstating a chiropractor license after suspension will require payment of the annual license renewal fee, an additional $200 fee, and a license renewal application submission.
- Revocation: Having a license revoked may prevent you from practicing chiropractor care as long as five years but shorter terms may apply. After the revocation period, you will reapply for Arizona licensure or certification in Arizona. You must also demonstrate you have corrected the conduct causing the revocation. Documents providing proof of rectification through the application program are public.
When Should I Hire an Arizona Chiropractor License Defense Attorney?
Earning your license is work you must do on your own. However, personally defending against any allegation made against you to the ABCE is never recommended. View any allegation against your chiropractor license as a potential threat to your livelihood, reputation, and professional work. Our Arizona license defense team recognizes and reacts with an immediate professional response to the scrutiny you will face from the licensing board. Learn more about how our firm will work for you and why you must contact us immediately if you face any allegation of wrongdoing.
Contact Arizona Law Group Today
If you find yourself in a position where your chiropractic license must be defended, the Arizona chiropractic license defense attorneys with Arizona Law Group are ready to come to your aid. We offer free consultations and will review your case and keep you informed of your rights and options.
