FAQs

Question

Once I've completed my continuing education hours, do I need to send the certificates to the Board?

Answer

Generally CAs and DCs do not need to send their CE proofs of completion to the Board, but there are exceptions (shown below). CAs and DCs are required to maintain their own (CE) education records. The recommendation is to keep your CE records for two to three year; make sure you note for which year you completed the hours for renewal credit.

Exceptions

1) Any time you receive a notice that you are being audited, you must respond by submitting the requested documentation.

2) Any Board-mandated CE is required to be submitted; this may include:

specific subjects in any one year,
first or second year DC renewal hours, or
first year CA hours (for example, vitals)

Whenever you are required to submit your proofs of completion, read the instructions you receive carefully. They will indicate your response deadline, and how documents should be submitted.

More Info

OBCE's Continuing Education web page

FAQ Other Link

Question: How do I know a CE program is approved for renewal credit?
Answer: Read the administrative rules on continuing education. There are guidelines for subject matter and/or activities. Otherwise, the OBCE does not pre-approve programs.
More Info: Continuing education OAR 811-015-0025
FAQ Other Link

Question: How do I notify the Board of a location, phone, or email change?
Answer: Notifying the Board of all practice, or official mailing, address changes is required within 30 days of the change per OAR 811-010-0015.

To make these changes, you must access the user portal to renew in order to manage your CA or DC profile.
DCs, simply access the table of addresses, add or delete where appropriate, and make sure to mark ONE address as the "official mailing" address; this address will display in the OBCE's Public Search, and be used for OBCE mailings.

CAs, there are two tables - one for your home address, and one for your place/s of employment; be careful to enter the new information in the correct table. You must mark ONE address as your "official mailing" address; your certificate will be mailed to this address.

For both CAs and DCs, you may want or need to purchase a duplicate certificate. The OBCE no longer prints certificates, the updated version will be available in the user portal.
More Info: Update address, etc.
FAQ Other Link

Question: Do I need to report name changes to the Board; and if so, what do I need to provide?
Answer: Yes, notify the OBCE. Upload a copy of the official court document (marriage certificate, divorce decree, or other legal document) showing your name change to the CE upload area.
More Info
FAQ Other Link

Question: What information do I need to provide the Board when I close my practice? What other responsibilities do I have?
Answer: Complete the Notification of Practice Sale, Transfer or Closure form. Refer to More Info below. In addition, licensees should follow the guidelines in the Records OAR 811-015-0005 sections (3) through (7).
More Info: Notification of Practice Sale, Transfer or Closure form
FAQ Other Link: OAR 811-015-0005 Records

Question: Does the Board have any rules for or against pre-paid treatment plans?
Answer: Yes. Please refer to administrative rule 811-015-0002.
More Info: Pre-Paid and Contracted Treatment Plans
FAQ Other Link

Question: As a DC do I need to take my patient's vitals at every visit?
Answer: Refer to OAR 811-015-0005 Records for charting requirements. Also, the Board has developed record keeping templates for licensees (not mandatory, but to use as a practical tool in the practice); refer to the "FAQ Other Link" below for the templates.
More Info: OAR 811-015-0005 Records
FAQ Other Link: OBCE Chart Note Guide and Templates

Question: What is the Board's stand on the use or distribution of hemp or marijuana-derived products in the chiropractic clinic?
Answer: After much research, the Board drafted the policy below "More Info." Questions you may have after reading the policy should be directed to one of the organization referenced, or your attorney.
More Info: OBCE Hemp and Marijuana Derived Products Policy (02/2020)
FAQ Other Link

Question: What guidelines are available for telehealth/telemedicine in Oregon?
Answer: Refer to the administrative rule 811-015-0066 Telehealth, and the Board's new Telehealth Policy and Procedures. See "More Info" below.
More Info: Telehealth Policy and Procedures
FAQ Other Link

FAQs

Continuing educationSubmitting CE

Continuing educationContinuing education approval

Licensing (CA or DC)Address change - Employment, practice, or home

Licensing (CA or DC)Name change

Licensing (CA or DC)Change in Ownership (Sale, Transfer, or Closure)

ScopePre-paid and Contracted Treatment Plans

ScopeTaking vitals (height, weight, etc.)

ScopeHemp and Marijuana-Derived Products

ScopeTelehealth / Telemedicine