Section 0880-13-.13 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS(1) All genetic counselors shall comply with the current Code of Ethics adopted by the National Society of Genetic Counselors except to the extent that they conflict with the laws of the state of Tennessee or the rules of the Board. If the Code of Ethics conflicts with state law or rules, the state law or rules govern the matter. Violation of the Code of Ethics or state law or rules may subject a licensee to disciplinary action pursuant to T.C.A. § 63-6 -807(b)(7) and/or (b)(9).(2) Each applicant or licensee is responsible for being familiar with and complying with the Code of Ethics.(3) A copy of the Code of Ethics may be obtained by writing the National Society of Genetic Counselors, 401 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 or by visiting the website www.nsgc.org.Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0880-13-.13
Authority: T.C.A. §§ 63-6-101, 63-6-805, 63-6-806, and 63-6-807. Administrative History: Original rule filed July 1, 2008; effective September 14, 2008.