Florida Chiropractic Laws and Rules (FCLR) Practice Exam

What defines an unlicensed chiropractic physician?

1. A chiropractor whose license is active but needs renewal

2. A chiropractor who has completed all necessary education

3. A chiropractor whose license has been suspended or revoked

4. A chiropractor temporarily practicing in another state

The correct answer is: A chiropractor whose license has been suspended or revoked

An unlicensed chiropractic physician is defined as one whose license has been suspended or revoked. This status indicates that the individual is not authorized to practice chiropractic care due to disciplinary actions or failure to comply with licensing requirements. Suspension typically means the chiropractor's ability to practice is temporarily halted, while revocation means the license has been permanently taken away. In both cases, these individuals are not legally allowed to perform services as a chiropractic physician. In contrast, a chiropractor whose license is active yet on the verge of renewal does not fall into the unlicensed category because they maintain a valid license, even if it is near expiration. Similarly, completing the necessary education does not equate to being licensed; licensing involves passing examinations and meeting other regulatory requirements. Lastly, a chiropractor temporarily practicing in another state might be operating under the provisions of interstate compacts or temporary licenses, which allows them to continue practicing legally even without a license specific to that state.