Minnesota Administrative Rules Agency 193 - Veterinary Medicine Board
Here’s an overview of Minnesota Administrative Rules (Agency 193 – Veterinary Medicine Board), which regulate veterinary licensure and practice in the state:
📘 Overview of Agency 193 (MN Rules 9100)
Chapter 9100: Veterinarians' Licensure and Practice (Parts 9100.0100–.1000) (law.cornell.edu)
These rules implement the Minnesota Veterinary Practice Act (Minn. Stat. Ch. 156) and detail the requirements for becoming licensed, maintaining licensure, and practicing veterinary medicine.
🔍 Key Rule Highlights — Part 9100.0800: Minimum Standards of Practice (Current through March 24, 2025) (mn.gov)
1. General Standard
Veterinarians must deliver care competently and humanely according to prevailing species‑specific standards. A valid veterinarian–client–patient relationship (VCPR) is required to legally practice. (law.cornell.edu)
2. Pharmaceutical Services
No prescription drug may be issued without a VCPR.
Veterinarians must ensure proper administration or instruct clients accordingly.
Drug handling must comply with Minn. Stat. § 151.35 and USP/NF standards, as referenced in Part 9100.0200. (law.cornell.edu)
3. Sterile Surgical Services
Surgery areas must be disinfectable, well‑lit, and maintained.
Surfaces must support regular cleaning and disinfection.
Surgical instruments must be properly sterilized to kill spores.
Facilities must include proper radiograph viewing illumination. (law.cornell.edu)
4. Record Keeping & Mobile Practices
Written or electronic patient records are mandatory, including for mobile services.
Mobile units must affiliate with fixed facilities for advanced care and must maintain sanitation and proper veterinary oversight. (law.cornell.edu)
5. Supervision
Veterinarians are legally responsible for actions by unlicensed staff.
Only veterinarians may perform surgery, diagnosis, and prescribing.
Supervision must include direct oversight; unlicensed staff may only perform delegated tasks under proper vet presence. (law.cornell.edu)
6. Humane Care & Informed Consent
All animals must receive humane treatment consistent with professional norms.
Vets must inform clients of treatment options, alternatives, and cost estimates before proceeding. (law.cornell.edu)
7. Advertising
Only board‑recognized specialists (AVMA‑certified) may use the title "specialist."
Misleading use of specialty terms is prohibited. (law.cornell.edu)
⚖️ Additional Board Resources
The Minnesota Board of Veterinary Medicine publishes the full text of these rules and statutes, including continuing education, disciplinary procedures, and license administration. (mn.gov)
✅ Summary Table
Topic
Rule Reference
Highlights
Licensing & Practice
9100.0100–.1000
Licensure standards, scope of veterinary practice
Practice Standards
9100.0800
Ethical care, VCPR, pharmaceuticals, surgery, record‑keeping
Supervision & Staff
9100.0800, subp. 7
Vet accountability, delegation rules
Client Interaction
9100.0800
Humane treatment, informed consent, advertising limits
🔗 How to Access the Official Text
You can find the complete, up‑to‑date text of Agency 193, including all parts of Chapter 9100, via the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes website (look for Agency 193 – Veterinary Medicine Board). This is the authoritative source for the rules. (mn.gov, datcp.wi.gov, law.cornell.edu, revisor.mn.gov)
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