Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 16, § 1364.50 - Physician Availability: Cosmetic Procedures

Whenever an elective cosmetic procedure involving the use of a laser or intense pulse light device is performed by a licensed health care provider acting within the scope of his or her license, a physician with relevant training and expertise shall be immediately available to the provider. For the purposes of this section, "immediately available" means contactable by electronic or telephonic means without delay, interruptible, and able to furnish appropriate assistance and direction throughout the performance of the procedure and to inform the patient of provisions for post procedure care. Such provisions shall be contained in the licensed health care provider's standardized procedures or protocols.

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Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 16, § 1364.50

1. New article 10 (section 1364.50) and section filed 4-16-2013; operative 7-1-2013 (Register 2013, No. 16).

Note: Authority cited: Sections 2018 and 2023.5(c), Business and Professions Code. Reference: Section 2023.5, Business and Professions Code

1. New article 10 (section 1364.50) and section filed 4-16-2013; operative 7-1-2013 (Register 2013, No. 16).