Chiropractic Rules Update


Understanding the RCW and WAC and your role in the process


Dana Clum, DC


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While not nearly as exciting as the practice of chiropractic, chiropractic regulation serves a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of patients while providing a framework for the


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licensing and for the practice of chiropractic. It aims to safeguard the community’s access to safe and effective chiropractic care while preserving the practice of chiropractic as we know it, including its integrity and reputation.


In the state of Washington, chiropractic practitioners are governed by two key sets of regulations: the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which are the statutes passed by the legislature and signed into law by the governor, and the Washington Administrative Code (WAC), which are administrative rules developed by state agencies and which have the force of law. Understanding the differences between RCW and WAC is essential for both chiropractic professionals and patients seeking chiropractic services.


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