Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 834 - OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY, HEALTH LICENSING OFFICE, BOARD OF LICENSED DIETITIANS
**Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 834 — Oregon Health Authority, Board of Licensed Dietitians**
OAR Chapter 834 contains the administrative rules adopted by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and implemented by the Board of Licensed Dietitians. These rules govern the licensing, practice, and professional conduct of dietitians in Oregon. They explain how Oregon law regulating dietetics is applied and enforced.
Purpose of Chapter 834
The rules in Chapter 834 are intended to:
Define the requirements to become a licensed dietitian in Oregon
Regulate the practice of dietetics to protect public health and safety
Establish standards of professional conduct and continuing education
Provide procedures for complaints, investigations, and discipline
Ensure compliance with state statutes governing dietetic practice
Structure
Chapter 834 is divided into divisions, with rules numbered in the format: 834-Division-Rule. Each division focuses on a different aspect of licensing and practice.
Key Divisions in Chapter 834
Division 1 – General Provisions
Definitions of terms used in the chapter (e.g., “license,” “practice of dietetics”)
Authority of the Board
Scope of practice for licensed dietitians
Division 5 – Licensure Requirements
Qualifications for initial licensure, including education and supervised practice
Application procedures and fees
Requirements for renewal of a license
Division 10 – Continuing Education
Minimum continuing education requirements for license renewal
Acceptable activities and documentation standards
Division 15 – Standards of Practice and Conduct
Ethical and professional standards for dietitians
Requirements for maintaining patient confidentiality
Prohibited practices and conflicts of interest
Division 20 – Complaints and Discipline
Procedures for filing complaints against licensees
Investigation and adjudication of complaints
Possible disciplinary actions, including fines, suspension, or license revocation
Division 25 – Examinations
Rules regarding eligibility for licensing exams
Procedures for exam administration and retakes
Division 30 – Temporary and Limited Licenses
Rules governing temporary licenses for applicants awaiting full licensure
Scope and limitations of temporary practice
Division 35 – Other Administrative Procedures
Recordkeeping requirements
Reporting obligations to the Board
Notification procedures for changes in license status
Purpose and Importance
Ensures that dietitians practicing in Oregon are qualified and competent
Protects the public health, safety, and welfare of residents receiving nutrition services
Provides a clear legal framework for licensing, discipline, and professional accountability
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