Tex.
Occ. Code Section 401.403
Practice by Audiologists
(a)
An audiologist may:(1)
engage in any act necessary to:(A)
evaluate hearing;(B)
train in the use of amplification, including hearing instruments;(C)
make earmolds for hearing instruments;(D)
fit, dispense, and sell hearing instruments; or(E)
manage cerumen;(2)
participate in consultation regarding noise control and hearing conservation;(3)
provide evaluations of environment or equipment, including calibration of equipment used in testing auditory functioning and hearing conservation; and(4)
perform basic speech and language screening tests and procedures consistent with the audiologist’s training.(b)
A person who holds a license as an audiologist or audiologist intern and who fits and dispenses hearing instruments must:(1)
comply with rules adopted under this chapter related to fitting and dispensing hearing instruments;(2)
comply with the federal Food and Drug Administration rules and guidelines for fitting and dispensing hearing instruments;(3)
when providing services in this state, use a written contract that contains the information prescribed by commission rule; and(4)
follow the guidelines adopted by commission rule for a 30-day trial period on every hearing instrument purchased.
Source:
Section 401.403 — Practice by Audiologists, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.401.htm#401.403 (accessed Jun. 5, 2024).
