How to become a chiropractor in Idaho
Requirements for Idaho Chiropractor License
What are the requirements to become a chiropractor in Idaho?
Chiropractic is a profession that is regulated by the State of Idaho. This means that there is a state board that issues licenses to qualified individuals and regulates the profession. To practice chiropractic in Idaho, you must obtain a license from the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL).
Licensure by examination requires:
- Passage of all national board examinations administered at the time of application, or other examinations approved by the board.
- Graduation from an approved college or university.
Licensure by endorsement requires:
- Passage of the National Board Parts in effect at the time of graduation from chiropractic college.
- Graduation from an approved college or university.
- Applicants must hold a current, valid license in a U.S. state, territory, or district, or Canada.
- Five consecutive years of licensed practice in another state without discipline.
- All applicants must submit a signed affidavit swearing that the applicant has reviewed and will abide by Idaho’s Chiropractic Act.
How do I become a licensed chiropractor in Idaho?
Submit an Application for Licensure as a Chiropractor to the IBCP.
Candidates must include a copy of their chiropractic diploma, two references, and recent passport photo. The application also contains an affidavit that must be signed and notarized.
Send your documents to:
DOPL
11341 W. Chinden Blvd.
Building 4
Boise, ID 83714
How much does the chiropractor license cost?
The application for licensure costs $200.
The annual renewal fee is $200.
Are there any continuing education requirements for Idaho chiropractors?
Idaho chiropractic physicians must complete 36 hours of approved continuing education within the 24 months preceding license renewal. Chiropractors are responsible for maintaining documentation of their continuing education. For details about approved courses and renewal requirements, consult the Idaho Board of Chiropractic Physicians.
I want to start an Idaho chiropractic practice. Is there anything else I should know?
In addition to having your chiropractor license, you may want to form a business entity with the Idaho Secretary of State. Idaho does not require chiropractors to set up any particular type of business entity. Each type of entity offers different benefits and protections for Idaho chiropractors. In addition to standard corporations and limited liability companies, Idaho allows chiropractors to set up professional corporations (PC) as well as professional limited liability companies (PLLC). These entities allow licensed individuals to form a corporation or LLC for the purpose of practicing their profession. Shareholders must also be licensed chiropractors.
Idaho does not require businesses to indicate the type of business they perform in the business name.