Ind. Code ch. 25-23.4-3

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Ind. Code § 25-23.4-3-0.5 Chapter effective date

Sec. 0.5. This chapter is effective beginning January 1, 2014. As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.

Ind. Code § 25-23.4-3-1 Application of chapter; requirements

Sec. 1. (a) This section does not apply to an individual who has a license under IC 25-23-1-13.1 to practice midwifery as a certified nurse midwife and is practicing within the scope of that license. (b) After July 1, 2018, an individual may not engage in the practice of midwifery unless: (1) the individual is issued a certificate by a board under IC 25-1-5 and is acting within the scope of the person's license; or (2) the individual has a certified direct entry midwife certificate under this article and has a collaborative agreement with a physician as set forth in this article. (c) To become certified as a certified direct entry midwife, an applicant must satisfy the following requirements: (1) Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. (2) Possess at least: (A) an associate degree in nursing, associate degree in midwifery accredited by the Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC), or other similar science related associate degree; or (B) a bachelor's degree; from a postsecondary educational institution. (3) Satisfactorily complete educational curriculum approved by: (A) the Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC) or a successor organization; or (B) the educational equivalent of a Midwifery Education Accreditation Council curriculum approved by the board. (4) Acquire and document practical experience as outlined in the Certified Professional Midwife credentialing process in accordance with the standards of the North American Registry of Midwives or a successor organization. (5) Obtain certification by an accredited association in adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation that is approved by the board. (6) Complete the program sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatrics in neonatal resuscitation, excluding endotracheal intubation and the administration of drugs. (7) Comply with the birth requirements of the Certified Professional Midwife credentialing process, observe an additional twenty (20) births, attend twenty (20) births conducted by a physician, assist with an additional twenty (20) births, and act as the primary attendant for an additional twenty (20) births. (8) Provide proof to the board that the applicant has obtained the Certified Professional Midwife credential as administered by the North American Registry of Midwives or a successor organization. (9) Present additional documentation or certifications required by the board. The board may adopt standards that require more training than required by the North American Registry of Midwives. (10) Maintain sufficient liability insurance. As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.112-2014, SEC.28; P.L.5-2015, SEC.56; P.L.185-2015, SEC.21; P.L.78-2017, SEC.16; P.L.32-2021, SEC.71.

Ind. Code § 25-23.4-3-2 Education requirements

Sec. 2. The board shall, after receiving recommendations from the committee, do the following: (1) Determine the education that satisfies the requirements in section 1 of this chapter. (2) Establish formal education requirements in addition to those required in section 1 of this chapter. The requirements must include course material on: (A) emergency life support procedures; (B) identification of high risk births for mothers; (C) identification of potential complications during labor; and (D) other material the board specifies. As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.

Ind. Code § 25-23.4-3-3 Issuance of certificate to practice

Sec. 3. The board shall issue a certificate to practice certified direct entry midwifery to an applicant who satisfies the requirements of sections 1 and 2 of this chapter. As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.

Ind. Code § 25-23.4-3-4 Expiration of certificate; renewal

Sec. 4. (a) Subject to IC 25-1-2-6(e), a certificate issued under this chapter expires after two (2) years, on a date established by the licensing agency. Failure to renew a certificate on or before the expiration date makes the certificate invalid without any action by the board. (b) To be eligible for the renewal of a certificate issued under this chapter, an individual must: (1) meet continuing education requirements set by the board; (2) maintain a Certified Professional Midwife credential; and (3) maintain sufficient liability insurance. As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.177-2015, SEC.51.

Ind. Code § 25-23.4-3-5 Use of title

Sec. 5. After July 1, 2014, only an individual who is issued a certificate under this article may use the title "certified direct entry midwife". As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.

Ind. Code § 25-23.4-3-6 Reciprocity

Sec. 6. The board may issue a certificate to an individual who is licensed or certified as a midwife in another state if: (1) the board determines that the midwife has fulfilled requirements that are at least equal to the certification requirements of this article; (2) the midwife holds a license or certificate in good standing from another state and the midwife has practiced for at least three (3) out of the past five (5) years under the license or certificate; (3) the midwife discloses to the board any judgment or settlement of malpractice and the board makes a determination that the judgment or settlement does not affect the midwife's ability to practice as a midwife; and (4) the midwife does not have a conviction in the previous five (5) years that has a direct bearing on the midwife's ability to practice competently. As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20.

Ind. Code § 25-23.4-3-7 Penalty

Sec. 7. (a) This section does not apply to an individual who has a license under IC 25-23-1-13.1 to practice midwifery as a certified nurse midwife. (b) After July 1, 2018, an individual who knowingly or intentionally practices midwifery without a certificate required under this article commits a Level 6 felony (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014). As added by P.L.232-2013, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.112-2014, SEC.29; P.L.185-2015, SEC.22; P.L.78-2017, SEC.17.

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