The scope of practice of the hearing aid dispenser shall include:
A. the measurement and evaluation of the sensitivity of human hearing by means of appropriate behavioral testing equipment for the purpose of amplification;
B. the otoscopic observation of the outer ear in connection with the evaluation of hearing and the fitting of hearing aids and for the purpose of referral to other professionals;
C. the fabrication of ear impressions or ear molds for the purpose of selecting and fitting hearing aids;
D. the analysis of hearing aid function by means of the appropriate testing equipment;
E. the selection and fitting of hearing aids with appropriate instruction, orientation, counseling and management regarding the use and maintenance of these devices; and
F. the modification and general servicing of hearing aids.
History: Laws 1996, ch. 57, § 6.
Repeals and reenactments. — Laws 1996, ch. 57, § 27 repealed 61-14B-6 NMSA 1978, as enacted by Laws 1981, ch. 249, § 6, relating to persons and practices not restricted by provisions of the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Act, and § 6 of that act enacted the above section, effective July 1, 1996.
Delayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-14B-25 NMSA 1978.
Am. Jur. 2d, A.L.R. and C.J.S. references. — Validity and construction of state statutes regulating hearing aid fitting or sales, 96 A.L.R.3d 1030.
Structure New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses
Article 14B - Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensing Practices
Section 61-14B-1 - Short title. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-2 - Definitions. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-3 - Scope of practice; speech-language pathology. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-5 - Scope of practice; audiologists. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-6 - Scope of practice; hearing aid dispenser. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-7 - License required. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-8 - Exemptions. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-9 - Board created. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-10 - Terms; reimbursement; meetings. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-11 - Board powers and duties. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-12.1 - Requirements for licensure; audiologist. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-16 - Licensure under prior laws. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-18 - Scope of hearing aid dispensing examination. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-19 - License renewal. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-20 - Fees. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-21 - Disciplinary proceedings; judicial review. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-22 - Penalties. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-23 - Criminal Offender Employment Act. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-24 - Fund established. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-14B-25 - Termination of agency life; delayed repeal. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)