LAC 46:XLV.6023. Authority and Limitations of Genetic Counselors

A. A genetic counselor shall not: 1. engage in any of the functions listed in §6021.B.1. without a current collaborative practice agreement with a collaborating physician, as defined or provided in this Chapter; 2. perform, provide, attempt to perform or provide, or hold himself or herself out to the public as being capable of performing or providing any procedure, service or function other than as a genetic counselor as defined in this Part; or 3. identify himself or herself, or permit any other person to identify him or her, as “physician.” B. A genetic counselor holding a temporary license (examination permit) shall not: 1. practice without direct supervision of a licensed genetic counselor or a physician, and only in accordance with a current genetic supervision contract, as defined in this Part.