OAR 811-015-0011: Minor Consent Rule

(1) Treatment to minor patients without consent of a parent or guardian can occur in the following circumstances: (a) A minor, 15 years of age or older, may give consent to examination, treatment, and diagnosis by a chiropractic physician licensed under ORS chapter 684. (b) A minor, 15 years of age or older, may give consent to treatment as supervised and prescribed by a chiropractic physician and provided by a certified chiropractic assistant. The certified chiropractic assistant is limited to the scope of practice as stated in OAR 811-010-0110. (2) It may be considered unprofessional conduct if a chiropractic physician or certified chiropractic assistant treats a minor without following applicable rules and laws.