Ind. Code ch. 25-17.3-2

Ind. Code § 25-17.3-2-1 Application of definitions

Sec. 1. The definitions in this chapter apply throughout this article. As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.35.

Ind. Code § 25-17.3-2-2 Agency

Sec. 2. "Agency" refers to the Indiana professional licensing agency established by IC 25-1-5-3. As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.35.

Ind. Code § 25-17.3-2-3 Board

Sec. 3. "Board" refers to the medical licensing board of Indiana created by IC 25-22.5-2-1. As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.35.

Ind. Code § 25-17.3-2-4 Genetic counseling

Sec. 4. "Genetic counseling" means the communication by an individual to estimate, through the following methods, the likelihood of the occurrence or recurrence of a birth defect or a potentially inherited or genetically influenced condition: (1) Obtain and evaluate individual, family, and medical histories to determine genetic risk for genetic and medical conditions and diseases in a patient, the patient's children, and other family members. (2) Discuss the features, natural history, means of diagnosis, genetic and environmental factors, and management of risk for genetic and medical conditions and diseases. (3) Identify, order, and coordinate genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies as appropriate for the genetic assessment. (4) Integrate genetic laboratory test results and other diagnostic studies with personal and family medical history to assess and communicate genetic risk factors. (5) Explain the clinical implications of genetic laboratory tests, other diagnostic studies, and the results. (6) Evaluate the client's or family's responses to the condition or risk of recurrence and provide client centered counseling and anticipatory guidance. (7) Identify and use community resources that provide medical, educational, financial, and psychosocial support and advocacy. (8) Provide written documentation of medical, genetic, and counseling information for families and health care professionals. As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.35. Amended by P.L.118-2020, SEC.1.

Ind. Code § 25-17.3-2-5 Genetic counselor

Sec. 5. "Genetic counselor" means an individual who is licensed under this article to provide genetic counseling. As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.35.

Ind. Code § 25-17.3-2-6 Genetic supervision

Sec. 6. "Genetic supervision" refers to the assessment by: (1) an individual who is licensed under this article; or (2) a physician licensed under IC 25-22.5; of an individual who is issued a temporary genetic counselor license. The term includes regular meetings and chart review under a genetic supervision contract entered into by both parties. As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.35.