Code of Massachusetts Regulations 261 CMR - BOARD OF RESPIRATORY CARE

The Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) Title 261, administered by the Board of Respiratory Care, governs the licensure and practice of respiratory therapists in Massachusetts. The regulations are organized into several parts:

πŸ“˜ 261 CMR Overview

261 CMR 2.00 – Purpose and Definitions
Establishes the overarching goals of the regulations and defines key terms.

261 CMR 3.00 – Documentation of License
Outlines requirements for licensure, including criteria for licensure by examination, reciprocity, and credentialing.

261 CMR 4.00 – Investigations, Complaints, and Board Actions
Details procedures for investigating complaints and the actions the Board may take in response.

261 CMR 5.00 – Continuing Education
Specifies requirements for continuing education to ensure ongoing competency of respiratory therapists.

261 CMR 3.10 – Professional Standards of Conduct
Sets forth ethical and professional standards for licensed respiratory therapists, including guidelines on patient care, documentation, and professional behavior.

πŸ“₯ Accessing the Regulations

You can view or download the full text of these regulations on the official Massachusetts government website:
πŸ‘‰ Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries – 261 CMR

For a comprehensive collection of the regulations, including Titles 1.00 to 5.00, you may consider purchasing the official print version through the Massachusetts State Bookstore:
πŸ‘‰ State Bookstore – 261 CMR(sec.state.ma.us)

 

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