West Virginia Code of State Rules
Agency 32 - Acupuncture
Title 32 - LEGISLATIVE RULE BOARD OF ACUPUNCTURE
Series 32-10 - Code Of Ethics For Licensed Acupuncturists
Section 32-10-4 - Ethics Regarding the Sale of Oriental Medicines in the Office

Universal Citation: 32 WV Code of State Rules 32-10-4

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 38, September 20, 2024

4.1. The sale of medications within an acupuncturist's office shall be based on addressing the needs of the patient. The making of profit is always viewed as a secondary consideration. This is an extension of the code of ethics of the state and national associations governing the conduct of acupuncture physicians.

4.2. While the retail selling of medications could be construed as a conflict of interest on the part of the physician; as long as the underlying intention remains the patient's best interest and not to make profit, and no other source for the formulation and quality of the medication that the practitioner feels is adequate exists, this remains a legitimate and viable service.

4.3. Oriental medicines which may be prescribed by licensed acupuncturists include, but are not limited to:

4.3.1. Herbs, alone and in combinations;

4.3.2. Glandulars;

4.3.3. Minerals;

4.3.4. Vitamins; and

4.3.5. Chinese patent medicines.

4.4. The U. S. Food and Drug Administration rules regarding the sale of over the counter medications, herbs and materia medica shall be observed by licensees.

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