ND HB1099

Creates temporary suspension authority allowing the State Board of Chiropractic Examiners to immediately suspend a chiropractor's license ex parte if verified evidence shows continued practice would create significant risk of serious ongoing harm to the public, with a hearing required within 30 days.

Establishes appeal procedures for temporary suspensions through district court, which must decide whether the board acted reasonably or arbitrarily and give priority disposition to such appeals.

Amends chiropractic examination and licensing requirements to reference accreditation by the Council on Chiropractic Education or its successor or equivalent, and removes the requirement that examinations be held twice yearly at fixed intervals.

Modifies peer review procedures to allow review upon receipt of complaints rather than only patient inquiries, and permits charging non-patient parties a fee equal to administration costs for reviews requested under the section.

Clarifies investigation cooperation requirements for chiropractors under board investigation and makes patient medical records obtained by the board exempt public records.