653—17.11 (147,148E,272C) General disciplinary provisions. The board is authorized to take disciplinary action against any licensee who violates the provisions set forth in state law and administrative rules pertaining to the safe and healthful practice of acupuncture. This rule is not subject to waiver or variance pursuant to IAC 653—Chapter 3 or any other provision of law.
	 17.11(1) Methods of discipline. The board may impose any of the following disciplinary sanctions:
	  a.   	 Revocation of a license;
	  b.   	 Suspension of a license until further order of the board;
	  c.   	 Nonrenewal of a license;
	  d.   	 Restrict permanently or temporarily the performance of specific procedures, methods, acts or techniques;
	  e.   	 Probation;
	  f.   	 Additional or remedial education or training;
	  g.   	 Reexamination;
	  h.   	 Medical or physical evaluation, or alcohol or drug screening within a specific time frame at a facility or by a practitioner of the board’s choice;
	  i.   	 Civil penalties not to exceed $1,000;
	  j.   	 Citations and warnings as necessary; and
	  k.   	 Other sanctions allowed by law as deemed appropriate.
	 17.11(2) Discretion of the board. The board may consider the following factors when determining the nature and severity of the disciplinary sanction to be imposed:
	  a.   	 The relative seriousness of the violation as it relates to assuring the citizens of Iowa a high standard of professional care.
	  b.   	 The facts of the particular violation.
	  c.   	 Any extenuating circumstances or other countervailing considerations.
	  d.   	 Number of prior violations or complaints.
	  e.   	 Seriousness of prior violations or complaints.
	  f.   	 Whether remedial action has been taken.
	  g.   	 Such other factors as may reflect upon the competency, ethical standards and professional conduct of the licensee.