WSR 05-07-109

PROPOSED RULES

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH


[ Filed March 18, 2005, 4:39 p.m. ]

     Original Notice.

     Exempt from preproposal statement of inquiry under RCW 34.05.310(4).

     Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The proposal amends or repeals the fee sections for the list of health profession rules shown below.

     The following health profession licensing rules are being amended: WAC 246-802-990 Acupuncture, 246-808-990 Chiropractic, 246-809-990 Mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, social workers, 246-810-990 Counselors, 246-811-990 Chemical dependency professionals, 246-812-990 Denturist, 246-815-990 Dental hygiene, 246-817-990 Dentist, 246-822-990 Dietician and nutritionists, 246-824-990 Dispensing opticians, 246-826-990 Health Care Assistant, 246-828-990 Hearing instrument fitter/dispenser, audiologist and speech language pathologists, 246-830-990 Massage, 246-834-990 Midwifery, 246-836-990 Naturopathic physicians, 246-840-990 Practical and registered nursing, 246-841-990 Nursing assistant, 246-843-990 Nursing home administrator, 246-845-990 Nursing pool, 246-847-990 Occupational therapy, 246-849-990 Ocularist, 246-850-990 Orthotic and prosthetic, 246-851-990 Optometry, 246-853-990 Osteopathic, 246-907-030 Pharmaceutical licensing periods, 246-915-990 Physical therapy, 246-918-990 Physician assistants, 246-919-990 Physician and surgeon, 246-922-990 Podiatry, 246-924-990 Psychology, 246-926-990 Radiological technologists, 246-927-990 Recreational therapy, 246-928-990 Respiratory care, 246-930-990 Sex offender treatment provider, 246-933-590 Humane society and animal care and control agency, 246-933-990 Veterinarians, 246-935-990 Veterinary technician, 246-937-990 Veterinary medication clerk, and 246-939-990 Surgical technologists.

     The following health profession licensing renewal cycle rules are being repealed: WAC 246-930-995 Sex offender treatment provider, 246-907-995 Pharmaceutical licensing periods and fees, 246-922-995 Podiatry, 246-849-995 Ocularists, 246-812-995 Denturists, and 246-824-995 Dispensing opticians.

     Hearing Location(s): Washington State Department of Health, 310 Israel Road S.E., First Floor, Rooms 152/153, Tumwater, WA 98501, on April 27, 2005, at 1:30 p.m.

     Date of Intended Adoption: May 6, 2005.

     Submit Written Comments to: Todd Erik Henry, Washington State Department of Health, 310 Israel Road S.E., Tumwater, WA 98501, P.O. Box 47860, Olympia, WA 98504-7860, e-mail http://www3.doh.wa.gov/policyreview, fax (360) 236-4626, by April 27, 2005.

     Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Todd Erik Henry by April 13, 2005, TTY (800) 833-6388 or (360) 236-4984.

     Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Currently, the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) for each health profession establishes a specific fee amount the secretary must charge for a health profession license, credential or registration renewal. If the health profession revenue balance for a specific profession has a surplus, a WAC amendment is needed to reduce the renewal fee amount.

     Under this rule proposal, if the secretary determines that a particular health profession revenue balance exceeds the funds needed to support that program's regulatory operations, then the secretary may reduce a health profession license, credential or registration fee below the renewal fee amount ceiling specified in WAC.

     One WAC is being amended to change its WAC title.

     This proposal also repeals WACs for six professions regarding their renewal cycle. The six WACs being repealed were initially implemented for the transition from calendar year to date of birth fee renewal cycles. These WACs are no longer applicable.

     Reasons Supporting Proposal: The department seeks to establish health profession licensing fees that cover operating expenses and operating reserve. The proposed WAC amendments may result in reduced fees for some licensed, certified or registered professions.

     Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 43.70.250 and [43.70.]280.

     Statute Being Implemented: RCW 43.70.110.

     Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.

     Name of Proponent: Department of Health, governmental.

     Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting, Implementation and Enforcement: Todd Erik Henry, Tumwater, Washington, (360) 236-4984.

     No small business economic impact statement has been prepared under chapter 19.85 RCW. A small business economic impact statement is not required because RCW 19.85.025(3) exempts fee rules, repeal of a rule or clarifying language of a rule without changing its effect. Proposed rule amendments maintain health profession license, certification and registration renewal fees at their current levels or reduce them. No cost is imposed on small businesses. One rule amendment simply amends the title of a fee rule section. Six rules are being repealed.

     A cost-benefit analysis is not required under RCW 34.05.328. The proposed rule changes are not legislatively significant under RCW 34.05.328. Proposed rule changes amend fee sections which are part of a process for applying for a department health profession license, certification or registration. Proposed rule changes do not impose a penalty to license, certification or registration holders or applicants. Proposed rule changes do not change standards for licensure, certification or registration. Proposed rule changes do not make significant changes to the regulatory process.

March 18, 2005

Mary C. Selecky

Secretary

OTS-7774.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 03-07-095, filed 3/19/03, effective 7/1/03)

WAC 246-802-990   Acupuncture fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
License application $ 50.00
License renewal 90.00
Inactive license renewal 50.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired license reissuance 50.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 50.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Certification of license 25.00
Acupuncture training program application 500.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 03-07-095, § 246-802-990, filed 3/19/03, effective 7/1/03; 99-08-101, § 246-802-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-802-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250, chapter 18.06 RCW. 95-01-038, § 246-802-990, filed 12/12/94, effective 1/1/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040 and 43.70.250. 92-17-035 (Order 295B), § 246-802-990, filed 8/13/92, effective 9/13/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-802-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-802-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-18-039 (Order 084), § 308-180-260, filed 8/29/90, effective 9/29/90; 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-180-260, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 88-15-030 (Order PM 735), § 308-180-260, filed 7/13/88; 87-18-031 (Order PM 667), § 308-180-260, filed 8/27/87.]

OTS-7775.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-808-990   Chiropractic fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses and registrations must be renewed on the practitioner's birthday every year as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for chiropractic license:


Title of Fee Fee
Application/full examination or reexamination $300.00
Temporary permit application 150.00
Temporary practice permit 50.00
Preceptorship 100.00
License renewal 270.00
Late renewal penalty 135.00
Expired license reissuance 135.00
Inactive license renewal 150.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 75.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Certification of license 25.00

     (3) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for chiropractic X-ray technician registration:


Application 25.00
Original registration 25.00
Renewal 40.00
Late renewal penalty 40.00
Expired registration reissuance 40.00
Duplicate registration 15.00
Certification of registration 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-808-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-808-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.25 RCW. 96-16-074, § 246-808-990, filed 8/6/96, effective 9/6/96.]

OTS-7776.2


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-17-113, filed 8/22/01, effective 9/22/01)

WAC 246-809-990   Licensed mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and social workers -- Fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.


Title Fee
(2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for licensed marriage and family therapist:
Application $50.00
Initial license 25.00
Renewal 83.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired license reissuance 50.00
Duplicate license 10.00
Certification of license 10.00
(3) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for licensed mental health counselor:
Application 25.00
Initial license 25.00
Renewal 29.00
Late renewal penalty 29.00
Expired license reissuance 29.00
Duplicate license 10.00
Certification of license 10.00
(4) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for licensed advanced social worker and licensed independent clinical social worker:
Application 25.00
Initial license 25.00
Renewal 42.00
Late renewal penalty 42.00
Expired license reissuance 42.00
Duplicate license 10.00
Certification of license 10.00

[Statutory Authority: 2001 c 251, RCW 43.70.250. 01-17-113, § 246-809-990, filed 8/22/01, effective 9/22/01.]

OTS-7777.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-810-990   Counselors fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Certificates and registrations must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.


Title Fee
(2) The following nonrefundable fees will be

charged for registered counselor:

Application and registration $ 40.00
Renewal 37.00
Late renewal penalty 37.00
Expired registration reissuance 37.00
Duplicate registration 15.00
Certification of registration 15.00
(3) The following nonrefundable fees will be

charged for registered hypnotherapist:

Application and registration 95.00
Renewal 130.00
Late renewal penalty 65.00
Expired registration reissuance 65.00
Duplicate registration 15.00
Certification of registration 15.00
(4) The following nonrefundable fees will be

charged for certified marriage and family

therapist:

Application 50.00
Initial certification 25.00
Examination administration 25.00
Renewal 83.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired certification reissuance 50.00
Duplicate certification 10.00
Certification of certificate 10.00
Wall certificate 10.00
(5) The following nonrefundable fees will be

charged for certified mental health counselor:

Application 25.00
Initial certification 25.00
Renewal 29.00
Late renewal penalty 29.00
Expired certification reissuance 29.00
Duplicate certification 10.00
Certification of certificate 10.00
Wall certificate 10.00
(6) The following nonrefundable fees will be

charged for certified social worker:

Application 25.00
Initial certification 25.00
Renewal 42.00
Late renewal penalty 42.00
Expired certification reissuance 42.00
Duplicate certification 10.00
Certification of certificate 10.00
Wall certificate 10.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-810-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-810-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.19.050(1). 97-17-113, § 246-810-990, filed 8/20/97, effective 9/20/97. Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.19 RCW. 96-08-069, § 246-810-990, filed 4/3/96, effective 5/4/96. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 93-14-011, § 246-810-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-810-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-18-039 (Order 084), § 308-190-010, filed 8/29/90, effective 9/29/90; 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-190-010, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-18-033 (Order PM 669), § 308-190-010, filed 8/27/87.]

OTS-7778.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 02-07-083, filed 3/19/02, effective 4/19/02)

WAC 246-811-990   How often do I need to renew and what are the costs for certification?   (1) Certificates must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for certified chemical dependency professional:


     Title of Fee Fee
     Application $100.00
     Initial certification 125.00
     Renewal 125.00
     Renewal retired active 62.50
     Late renewal retired active 50.00
     Late renewal penalty 62.50
     Expired certification reissuance 62.50
     Duplicate certification 10.00
     Certification of certificate 10.00
     Wall certificate 10.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.130.250. 02-07-083, § 246-811-990, filed 3/19/02, effective 4/19/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.205.060(1). 99-13-084, § 246-811-990, filed 6/14/99, effective 7/15/99.]

OTS-7779.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 00-07-050, filed 3/8/00, effective 4/8/00)

WAC 246-812-990   Denturist fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every other year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Application $ 1,000.00
Examination 1,500.00
Reexamination, written 500.00
Reexamination, practical 500.00
License renewal 2,750.00
Late renewal penalty 300.00
Expired license reissuance 300.00
Inactive license renewal 1,500.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 300.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Certification of license 25.00
Multiple location licenses 50.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and chapter 18.30 RCW. 00-07-050, § 246-812-990, filed 3/8/00, effective 4/8/00. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.30.070(3). 98-20-068, § 246-812-990, filed 10/2/98, effective 11/2/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-812-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.30.070(3). 95-22-062, § 246-812-990, filed 10/30/95, effective 11/30/95.]

OTS-7853.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 05-01-018, filed 12/2/04, effective 3/22/05)

WAC 246-815-990   Dental hygiene fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Application examination and reexamination . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00
Renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Late renewal penalty . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Expired license reissuance . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Credentialing application . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00
Limited license application . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00
Limited license renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Limited license late renewal penalty . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Expired limited license reissuance . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Duplicate license . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00
Certification of license . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
Education program evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . 200.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 05-01-018, § 246-815-990, filed 12/2/04, effective 3/22/05; 03-07-095, § 246-815-990, filed 3/19/03, effective 7/1/03. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-815-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.29 RCW and RCW 18.20.150(4). 95-16-102, § 246-815-990, filed 8/1/95, effective 9/1/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 94-02-059, § 246-815-990, filed 1/3/94, effective 3/1/94. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and 1993 c 323. 93-16-073, § 246-815-990, filed 8/2/93, effective 9/2/93. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-815-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-815-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-25-065, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-10-028 (Order PM 650), § 308-25-065, filed 5/1/87. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 168 § 12. 83-17-031 (Order PL 442), § 308-25-065, filed 8/10/83. Formerly WAC 308-25-060.]

OTS-7780.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-11-166, filed 5/23/01, effective 7/1/01)

WAC 246-817-990   Dentist fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2, except faculty and resident licenses. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) Faculty and resident licenses must be renewed every year on July 1 as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (3) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Original application by examination*
     Initial application $ 325.00
Original application - Without examination
     Initial application

     Initial license

350.00

350.00

Faculty license application 325.00
Resident license application 60.00
License renewal:
     Renewal 205.00
     Surcharge - impaired dentist 25.00
     Late renewal penalty 102.50
     Expired license reissuance 102.50
Duplicate license 15.00
Certification of license 25.00
Anesthesia permit
     Initial application

     Renewal - (three-year renewal cycle)

     Late renewal penalty

     Expired permit reissuance

50.00

50.00

50.00

50.00

     On-site inspection fee To be determined by future rule adoption.

* In addition to the initial application fee above, applicants for licensure via examination will be required to submit a separate application and examination fee directly to the dental testing agency accepted by the dental quality assurance commission.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.32.0365 and 43.70.250. 01-11-166, § 246-817-990, filed 5/23/01, effective 7/1/01. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-817-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-817-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 95-16-122, § 246-817-990, filed 8/2/95, effective 9/1/95.]

OTS-7781.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 98-05-060, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98)

WAC 246-824-990   Dispensing optician fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Optician:
     Full examination (or reexamination) $200.00
     Reexamination--Practical only 50.00
     Reexamination--Written (basic) only 25.00
     Reexamination--Written (contact lens) only 25.00
     Renewal 125.00
     Late renewal penalty 75.00
     Expired license reissuance 62.50
     Duplicate license 15.00
     Certification of license 15.00
     Apprentice registration 75.00
     Endorsement application 100.00
     Inactive license 35.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-824-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 94-08-078, § 246-824-990, filed 4/5/94, effective 5/6/94; 93-14-011, § 246-824-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040, 43.70.250 and chapter 18.34 RCW. 92-02-018 (Order 224), § 246-824-990, filed 12/23/91, effective 1/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-824-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-10-028 (Order PM 650), § 308-26-045, filed 5/1/87.]

OTS-7782.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-822-990   Dietitian and nutritionist fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Certificates must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title Fee
Application $75.00
Renewal 45.00
Late renewal penalty 45.00
Expired certificate reissuance 45.00
Duplicate certificate 15.00
Certification of certificate 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-822-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-822-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-822-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-822-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-177-110, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.138.070. 89-17-071, § 308-177-110, filed 8/16/89, effective 9/16/89; 89-03-035 (Order PM 814), § 308-177-110, filed 1/11/89.]

OTS-7783.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 03-24-071, filed 12/1/03, effective 3/1/04)

WAC 246-826-990   Health care assistant fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Certificates must be renewed every two years as provided in WAC 246-826-050 and chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
First certification $60.00
Renewal 60.00
Expired certificate reissuance 50.00
Recertification 60.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Duplicate 15.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and 18.135.030. 03-24-071, § 246-826-990, filed 12/1/03, effective 3/1/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-826-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-826-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-826-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-175-140, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.135.030. 87-23-022 (Order PM 689), § 308-175-140, filed 11/12/87.]

OTS-7784.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-02-068, filed 1/7/04, effective 2/7/04)

WAC 246-828-990   Hearing instrument fitter/dispenser, audiologist and speech language pathologists fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) Licensees must pay the following nonrefundable fees:


Title of Fee Fee
License application $125.00
Initial license 100.00
Interim permit 100.00
Renewal 200.00
Inactive license 75.00
Late renewal penalty 100.00
Expired license reissuance 100.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 50.00
License verification 15.00
Wall certificate 15.00
Duplicate license 15.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.35.161. 04-02-068, § 246-828-990, filed 1/7/04, effective 2/7/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-828-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.35.090 and 43.70.250. 97-04-043, § 246-828-990, filed 1/31/97, effective 1/31/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.35.161 (1) and (3). 95-19-017, § 246-828-990, filed 9/7/95, effective 10/8/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 94-08-038, § 246-828-990, filed 3/31/94, effective 5/1/94; 93-14-011, § 246-828-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93; 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-828-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-11-030 (Order 139), recodified as § 246-828-990, filed 5/8/91, effective 6/8/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-50-440, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-18-031 (Order PM 667), § 308-50-440, filed 8/27/87.]

OTS-7785.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 03-07-095, filed 3/19/03, effective 7/1/03)

WAC 246-830-990   Massage fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Written examination and reexamination $ 65.00
Practical examination and reexamination 50.00
Initial license 50.00
Renewal 25.00
Late renewal penalty 25.00
Expired license reissuance 25.00
Certification of license 10.00
Duplicate license 10.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 03-07-095, § 246-830-990, filed 3/19/03, effective 7/1/03; 99-08-101, § 246-830-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-830-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.108.025(1). 95-11-108, § 246-830-990, filed 5/23/95, effective 6/23/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 93-14-011, § 246-830-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.108.085 and 43.70.250. 92-02-018 (Order 224), § 246-830-990, filed 12/23/91, effective 1/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-830-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 88-24-042 (Order PM 788), § 308-51-210, filed 12/6/88; 87-18-031 (Order PM 667), § 308-51-210, filed 8/27/87.]

OTS-7786.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-22-113, filed 11/3/04, effective 2/17/05)

WAC 246-834-990   Midwifery fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following fees are nonrefundable:


Title of Fee Fee
Initial application $515.00
National examination administration (initial/retake)

103.00

State examination (initial/retake) 154.50
Renewal 978.75
Late renewal penalty 300.00
Duplicate license 25.00
Certification of license 25.00
Application fee -- Midwife-in-training program 978.75
Expired license reissuance 300.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and 18.50.135. 04-22-113, § 246-834-990, filed 11/3/04, effective 2/17/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250, 2001 2nd sp.s. c 7 and RCW 18.50.102. 01-23-101, § 246-834-990, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.50.102 and 43.70.250. 98-11-069, § 246-834-990, filed 5/19/98, effective 7/13/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-834-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-834-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-115-405, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.50.135. 89-08-008 (Order PM 827), § 308-115-405, filed 3/24/89. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-18-031 (Order PM 667), § 308-115-405, filed 8/27/87. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 168 § 12. 83-17-031 (Order PL 442), § 308-115-405, filed 8/10/83. Formerly WAC 308-115-400.]

OTS-7787.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 03-07-095, filed 3/19/03, effective 7/1/03)

WAC 246-836-990   Naturopathic physician licensing fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Amount
Application initial/retake $ 25.00
State examination (initial/retake) 25.00
Initial license 25.00
License renewal 200.00
Late renewal penalty 100.00
Expired license reissuance 100.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Certification of license 15.00
Application for reciprocity 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 03-07-095, § 246-836-990, filed 3/19/03, effective 7/1/03. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-836-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 93-14-011, § 246-836-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-836-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-13-084 (Order 066), § 308-34-170, filed 6/20/90, effective 7/21/90; 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-34-170, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 88-20-075 (Order 783), § 308-34-170, filed 10/5/88. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.36A.060. 88-14-009 (Order PM 742), § 308-34-170, filed 6/24/88.]

OTS-7788.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-04-054, filed 1/30/04, effective 1/30/04)

WAC 246-840-990   Fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses for practical nurse and registered nurse must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) Licenses for advanced registered nurse must be renewed every two years on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (3) Registrations for nursing technicians must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The renewal must be accompanied by an attestation as described in chapter 258, Laws of 2003. This attestation will include the nursing technician's anticipated graduation date. If the anticipated graduation date is within one year, the registration will expire thirty days after the anticipated graduation date. The expiration date may be extended to sixty days after graduation if the nursing technician can show good cause as defined in WAC 246-840-010(15). The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (4) The following nonrefundable fees shall be charged by the health professions quality assurance division of the department of health. Persons who hold an RN and an LPN license shall be charged separate fees for each license. Persons who are licensed as an advanced registered nurse practitioner in more than one specialty will be charged a fee for each specialty:


     RN/LPN fees:


Title of Fee Fee
Application (initial or endorsement) $65.00
License renewal 50.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired license reissuance 50.00
Inactive renewal 20.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 20.00
Inactive late renewal penalty 10.00
Duplicate license 20.00
Verification of licensure/education (written) 25.00
Advanced registered nurse fees:
Title of Fee Fee
ARNP application with or without prescriptive authority (per speciality)

$65.00

ARNP renewal with or without prescriptive authority (per speciality)

50.00

ARNP late renewal penalty (per speciality) 50.00
ARNP duplicate license (per speciality) 20.00
ARNP written verification of license

(per speciality)

25.00

Nurse technologist fees:
Title of Fee Fee
Application fee registration $130.00
Renewal of registration 90.00
Duplicate registration 15.00
Registration late renewal penalty 50.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and chapter 18.79 RCW. 04-04-054, § 246-840-990, filed 1/30/04, effective 1/30/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-840-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.79 RCW. 97-23-075, § 246-840-990, filed 11/19/97, effective 1/12/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.79.200. 95-12-021, § 246-840-990, filed 5/31/95, effective 7/1/95.]

OTS-7789.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-24-062, filed 11/29/99, effective 12/30/99)

WAC 246-841-990   Nursing assistant -- Fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Certificates and registrations must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for registrations:


Title of Fee Fee
Application - registration $ 15.00
Renewal of registration 25.00
Duplicate registration 10.00
Registration late penalty 25.00
Expired registration reissuance 25.00
(3) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for certifications:
Application for certification 15.00
Certification renewal 25.00
Duplicate certification 10.00
Certification late penalty 25.00
Expired registration reissuance 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.88A.050(1). 99-24-062, § 246-841-990, filed 11/29/99, effective 12/30/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-841-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.88A RCW. 96-03-051, § 246-841-990, filed 1/12/96, effective 3/1/96. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-841-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-173-130, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 88-20-075 (Order 783), § 308-173-130, filed 10/5/88.]

OTS-7790.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-24-098, filed 11/30/99, effective 12/31/99)

WAC 246-843-990   Nursing home administrator fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Application - Original license $200.00
Administrator-in-training 100.00
Application - Endorsement 295.00
Temporary permit 190.00
Renewal 295.00
Inactive license renewal 110.00
Late renewal penalty 145.00
Expired license reissuance 147.50
Late renewal penalty - inactive 55.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 55.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Certification of license 15.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250, [43.70.]280 and chapter 18.52 RCW. 99-24-098, § 246-843-990, filed 11/30/99, effective 12/31/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-843-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and chapter 18.52 RCW. 94-09-006, § 246-843-990, filed 4/11/94, effective 5/12/94. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 93-14-011, § 246-843-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93; 91-09-051 (Order 154), § 246-843-990, filed 4/16/91, effective 5/17/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-06-058 (Order 138), recodified as § 246-843-990, filed 3/1/91, effective 4/1/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-54-315, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-18-031 (Order PM 667), § 308-54-315, filed 8/27/87. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 168 § 12. 83-17-031 (Order PL 442), § 308-54-315, filed 8/10/83. Formerly WAC 308-54-310.]

OTS-7791.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-845-990   Nursing pool fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Registrations must be renewed every year on the date of original issuance as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 3. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:

Title Fee
Registration application $100.00
Registration renewal 115.00
Late renewal penalty 57.50
Expired registration reissuance 57.50

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-845-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-845-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 93-14-011, § 246-845-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93; 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-845-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-845-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-310-010, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 88-20-076 (Order 784), § 308-310-010, filed 10/5/88.]

OTS-7792.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-847-990   Occupational therapy fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every two years on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for occupational therapist:

Title of Fee Fee
Application and initial license fee $125.00
License renewal 95.00
Limited permit fee 40.00
Late renewal fee 50.00
Expired license reissuance 50.00
Inactive license 5.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 5.00
Duplicate 15.00
Certification of license 25.00
     (3) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for occupational therapy assistant:
Application and initial license fee 125.00
License renewal 70.00
Late renewal fee 50.00
Expired license reissuance 50.00
Inactive license 5.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 5.00
Limited permit fee 40.00
Duplicate 15.00
Certification of license 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-847-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-847-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and chapters 18.57, 18.57A, 18.22 and 18.59 RCW. 94-22-055, § 246-847-990, filed 11/1/94, effective 1/1/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-847-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-05-030 (Order 135), recodified as § 246-847-990, filed 2/12/91, effective 3/15/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-10-028 (Order PM 650), § 308-171-310, filed 5/1/87.]

OTS-7793.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-849-990   Ocularist fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee

Application and examination

$125.00
Renewal 225.00
Late renewal penalty 112.50
Expired license reissuance 112.50
Duplicate license 25.00
Certification of license 25.00
Apprentice registration 25.00
Apprentice renewal 25.00
Temporary practice permit 25.00
Retired active license 50.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-849-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-849-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 93-14-011, § 246-849-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93; 92-02-018 (Order 224), § 246-849-990, filed 12/23/91, effective 1/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-849-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-18-031 (Order PM 667), § 308-55-025, filed 8/27/87. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 168 § 12. 83-17-031 (Order PL 442), § 308-55-025, filed 8/10/83. Formerly WAC 308-55-010.]

OTS-7794.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 03-21-116, filed 10/20/03, effective 12/31/03)

WAC 246-850-990   Orthotic and prosthetic fees.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Orthotic application $250.00
Prosthetic application 250.00
Orthotic renewal 150.00
Prosthetic renewal 150.00
Late renewal penalty fee 75.00
Expired credential reissuance fee 75.00
Inactive credential renewal fee 125.00
Late inactive renewal fee 62.50
Retired active credential renewal fee 125.00
Late retired active credential renewal fee 62.50
Duplicate credential or wall certificate 15.00
Certification 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 03-21-116, § 246-850-990, filed 10/20/03, effective 12/31/03. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.200.050(1). 98-21-086, § 246-850-990, filed 10/21/98, effective 11/21/98.]

OTS-7795.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-851-990   Optometry fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Application $125.00
Out-of-state seminar 100.00
License renewal 100.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired license reissuance 50.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Certification of license 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-851-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-851-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 96-20-088, § 246-851-990, filed 10/1/96, effective 11/1/96; 95-14-111, § 246-851-990, filed 6/30/95, effective 7/31/95; 92-23-006 (Order 311), § 246-851-990, filed 11/5/92, effective 12/6/92; 92-06-029 (Order 246), § 246-851-990, filed 2/26/92, effective 3/28/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-851-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-06-028 (Order 137), recodified as § 246-851-990, filed 2/26/91, effective 3/29/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-10-028 (Order PM 650), § 308-53-020, filed 5/1/87. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 168 § 12. 83-17-031 (Order PL 442), § 308-53-020, filed 8/10/83. Formerly WAC 308-53-310.]

OTS-7796.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-24-063, filed 11/29/99, effective 12/30/99)

WAC 246-853-990   Osteopathic fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2, except postgraduate training limited licenses. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) Postgraduate training limited licenses must be renewed every year to correspond to program dates. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (3) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for osteopath:


Title of Fee Fee

Active renewal
$475.00
Active late renewal penalty 237.50
Certification of license 50.00
     (4) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for osteopathic physician:
Endorsement application 650.00
Active license renewal 475.00
Active late renewal penalty 237.50
Active expired license reissuance 237.50
Inactive license renewal 350.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 175.00
Inactive late renewal penalty 175.00
Endorsement/state exam application 750.00
Reexam 100.00
Certification of license 50.00
Limited license application 300.00
Limited license renewal 250.00
Temporary permit application 70.00
Duplicate certificate 20.00
Substance abuse
     monitoring surcharge 25.00
     (5) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for osteopathic physician assistant:

Application

250.00
Renewal 200.00
Late renewal penalty 100.00
Expired license reissuance 100.00
Certification of license 30.00
Practice plan 70.00
Interim permit 167.00
License after exam 83.00
Duplicate certificate 20.00
Substance abuse
     monitoring surcharge 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-24-063, § 246-853-990, filed 11/29/99, effective 12/30/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-853-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and chapters 18.57, 18.57A, 18.22 and 18.59 RCW. 94-22-055, § 246-853-990, filed 11/1/94, effective 1/1/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 92-14-054 (Order 281), § 246-853-990, filed 6/25/92, effective 7/26/92; 91-21-034 (Order 200), § 246-853-990, filed 10/10/91, effective 11/10/91; 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-853-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-853-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-138-080, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-10-028 (Order PM 650), § 308-138-080, filed 5/1/87. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 168 § 12. 83-17-031 (Order PL 442), § 308-138-080, filed 8/10/83. Formerly WAC 308-138-060.]

OTS-7797.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-23-101, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02)

WAC 246-907-030   Pharmaceutical licensing periods and fees -- Fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Pharmacist, pharmacy technician, and pharmacy intern licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) Pharmacy location, controlled substance registration (pharmacy), pharmacy technician utilization, and shopkeepers differential hours licenses will expire on June 1 of each year.

     (3) All other licenses, including health care entity licenses, registrations, permits, or certifications will expire on October 1 of each year.

     (4) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for pharmacy location:


Title of fee
Fee
Original pharmacy fee $365.00
Original pharmacy technician utilization fee 65.00
Renewal pharmacy fee 265.00
Renewal pharmacy technician utilization fee 75.00
Penalty pharmacy fee 132.50

     (5) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for vendor:
Original fee 75.00
Renewal fee 75.00
Penalty fee 50.00

     (6) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for pharmacist:

Original license fee 130.00
Renewal fee, active and inactive license 135.00
Renewal fee, retired license 20.00
Penalty fee 67.50
Expired license reissuance (active and inactive) 67.50
Reciprocity fee 330.00
Certification of license status to other states 20.00
Retired license 20.00
Temporary permit 65.00

     (7) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for shopkeeper:
Original fee 35.00
Renewal fee 35.00
Penalty fee 35.00
Shopkeeper - with differential hours:
Original fee 35.00
Renewal fee 35.00
Penalty fee 35.00

     (8) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for drug manufacturer:

Original fee 590.00
Renewal fee 590.00
Penalty fee 295.00

     (9) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for drug wholesaler - full line:
Original fee 590.00
Renewal fee 590.00
Penalty fee 295.00

     (10) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for drug wholesaler - OTC only:    
Original fee 330.00
Renewal fee 330.00
Penalty fee 165.00

     (11) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for drug wholesaler - export:
Original fee 590.00
Renewal fee 590.00
Penalty 295.00

     (12) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for drug wholesaler - export nonprofit humanitarian organization.

Original fee 25.00
Renewal fee 25.00
Penalty 25.00

     (13) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for pharmacy technician:
Original fee 50.00
Renewal fee 40.00
Penalty fee 40.00
Expired license reissuance 40.00

     (14) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for pharmacy intern:
Original registration fee 20.00
Renewal registration fee 20.00

     (15) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for Controlled Substances Act (CSA):
Registrations
Dispensing registration fee (i.e. pharmacies and health care entities)

80.00

Dispensing renewal fee (i.e. pharmacies and health care entities)

65.00

Distributors registration fee (i.e. wholesalers)

115.00

Distributors renewal fee (i.e. wholesalers)

115.00

Manufacturers registration fee 115.00
Manufacturers renewal fee 115.00
Sodium pentobarbital for animal euthanization registration fee 40.00
Sodium pentobarbital for animal euthanization renewal fee

40.00

Other CSA registrations 40.00

     (16) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for legend drug sample - distributor:
Registration fees
Original fee 365.00
Renewal fee 265.00
Penalty fee 132.50

     (17) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for poison manufacturer/seller - license fees:
Original fee 40.00
Renewal fee 40.00

     (18) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for facility inspection fee:
200.00

     (19) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for precursor control permit:
Original fee 65.00
Renewal fee 65.00

     (20) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for license reissue:
Reissue fee 15.00

     (21) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for health care entity:
Original fee 365.00
Renewal 265.00
Penalty 132.50

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250, 2001 2nd sp.s. c 7 and RCW 18.64.310, 18.64A.010. 01-23-101, § 246-907-030, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040, 42.70.250, and 18.64.310. 01-12-052, § 246-907-030, filed 6/1/01, effective 7/2/01. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 98-10-052, § 246-907-030, filed 4/29/98, effective 5/30/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-907-030, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 97-06-019, § 246-907-030, filed 2/25/97, effective 3/28/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.64.005. 94-05-036, § 246-907-030, filed 2/8/94, effective 3/11/94; 93-18-015, § 246-907-030, filed 8/24/93, effective 9/24/93; 93-05-045 (Order 334), § 246-907-030, filed 2/17/93, effective 3/20/93. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 92-07-099 (Order 256), § 246-907-030, filed 3/18/92, effective 4/18/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-19-028 (Order 194), recodified as § 246-907-030, filed 9/10/91, effective 10/11/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 360-18-020, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.64.005. 89-04-015 (Order 222), § 360-18-020, filed 1/23/89; 88-14-042 (Order 216), § 360-18-020, filed 6/30/88; 88-07-011 (Order 209), § 360-18-020, filed 3/3/88; 87-18-066 (Order 207), § 360-18-020, filed 9/2/87. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.64.005(4). 85-22-033 (Order 196), § 360-18-020, filed 10/31/85; 85-06-010 (Order 193), § 360-18-020, filed 2/22/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.64.005. 84-17-142 (Order 189), § 360-18-020, filed 8/22/84; 84-04-030 (Order 184), § 360-18-020, filed 1/25/84; 83-22-034 (Order 177), § 360-18-020, filed 10/26/83. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.64.005 and 18.64A.020. 83-18-021 (Order 175), § 360-18-020, filed 8/30/83. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.64.005(12). 82-12-041 (Order 168), § 360-18-020, filed 5/28/82. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.64.005 (4) and (11). 80-08-035 (Order 155, Resolution No. 6/80), § 360-18-020, filed 6/26/80, effective 9/30/80; 80-05-074 (Order 154, Resolution No. 4/80), § 360-18-020, filed 4/28/80.]

OTS-7798.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-915-990   Physical therapy fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Application $100.00
License renewal 65.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired license reissuance 50.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Certification 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-915-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-915-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-915-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91; 91-05-004 (Order 128), § 246-915-990, filed 2/7/91, effective 3/10/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-915-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-10-028 (Order PM 650), § 308-42-075, filed 5/1/87. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 168 § 12. 83-17-031 (Order PL 442), § 308-42-075, filed 8/10/83. Formerly WAC 308-42-100.]

OTS-7799.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 02-05-009, filed 2/8/02, effective 3/11/02)

WAC 246-918-990   Physician assistants fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every two years on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The applicant or licensee must pay the following nonrefundable fees:


Title of Fee Fee
Physician assistants, certified physician assistants, physician assistant-surgical assistants, acupuncture physician assistants:
Application* $50.00
Two-year renewal* 70.00
Expired license reissuance 35.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Impaired physician program surcharge *(assessed at $25.00 on each application and for each year of the renewal period as required in RCW 18.71.310(2)) 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.71.017, 18.71A.020 and 43.70.280. 02-05-009, § 246-918-990, filed 2/8/02, effective 3/11/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.71.017, 18.130.050(1), 18.130.040(4), 18.130.050(12) and 18.130.340. 99-23-090, § 246-918-990, filed 11/16/99, effective 1/1/00. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.71.017 and 18.71A.020(3). 99-13-087, § 246-918-990, filed 6/14/99, effective 7/15/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-918-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.71.017 and 18.71A.020. 96-03-073, § 246-918-990, filed 1/17/96, effective 2/17/96. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-06-027 (Order 131), § 246-918-990, filed 2/26/91, effective 3/29/91.]

OTS-7800.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 02-05-009, filed 2/8/02, effective 3/11/02)

WAC 246-919-990   Physician and surgeon fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every two years on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2, except postgraduate training limited licenses and retired active physician licenses. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) Postgraduate training limited licenses must be renewed every year to correspond to program date. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (3) Retired active physician licenses shall be renewed every year. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (4) The applicants and licensees must pay the following nonrefundable fees:

Title of Fee Fee
Physicians and surgeons: Chapter 18.71 RCW
     Application* $300.00
     Retired active physician license renewal* 100.00
     Retired active late renewal penalty 50.00
     Two-year renewal* 400.00
     Late renewal penalty 100.00
     Expired license reissuance 200.00
     Certification of license 50.00
     Duplicate license 15.00
     Temporary permit 50.00
     Application fee for transitioning from a postgraduate training limited license* 100.00
Postgraduate limited license fees: RCW 18.71.095
     Limited license application* 200.00
     Limited license renewal* 200.00
     Limited duplicate license 15.00
Impaired physician program *(assessed at $25.00 on each application and for each year of the renewal period as required in RCW 18.71.310(2)) 25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.71.017, 18.71A.020 and 43.70.280. 02-05-009, § 246-919-990, filed 2/8/02, effective 3/11/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.71.017, 18.130.050(1), 18.130.040(4), 18.130.050(12) and 18.130.340. 99-23-090, § 246-919-990, filed 11/16/99, effective 1/1/00. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-919-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.71.017 and 43.70.250. 97-15-100, § 246-919-990, filed 7/21/97, effective 8/21/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.71.017 and 18.71A.020. 96-03-073, § 246-919-990, filed 1/17/96, effective 2/17/96.]

OTS-7801.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-23-101, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02)

WAC 246-922-990   Podiatry fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2, except for postgraduate training limited licenses. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) Postgraduate training limited licenses must be renewed every year to correspond to program dates. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (3) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:

Title of Fee Fee
Application (examination

     and reexamination)

$825.00
Reciprocity application 825.00
License renewal 825.00
Inactive license renewal 135.00
Inactive late renewal penalty 67.50
Active late renewal penalty 300.00
Active expired license reissuance 300.00
Expired inactive license reissuance 67.50
Duplicate license 30.00
Certification of license 50.00
Retired active status 150.00
Temporary practice permit 50.00
Limited license application 400.00
Limited license renewal 480.00
Substance abuse

     monitoring surcharge

25.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250, 2001 2nd sp.s. c 7 and RCW 18.22.120. 01-23-101, § 246-922-990, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-24-064, § 246-922-990, filed 11/29/99, effective 12/30/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-922-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and chapters 18.57, 18.57A, 18.22 and 18.59 RCW. 94-22-055, § 246-922-990, filed 11/1/94, effective 1/1/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 92-14-053 (Order 280), § 246-922-990, filed 6/25/92, effective 7/26/92; 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-922-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-05-029 (Order 134), recodified as § 246-922-990, filed 2/12/91, effective 3/15/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and chapter 18.22 RCW. 90-16-057 (Order 072), § 308-31-055, filed 7/27/90, effective 8/27/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 89-17-156, § 308-31-055, filed 8/23/89, effective 9/23/89; 87-18-031 (Order PM 667), § 308-31-055, filed 8/27/87. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 168 § 12. 83-22-060 (Order PL 446), § 308-31-055, filed 11/2/83; 83-17-031 (Order PL 442), § 308-31-055, filed 8/10/83. Formerly WAC 308-31-310.]

OTS-7802.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-23-101, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02)

WAC 246-924-990   Psychology fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:

Title of Fee Fee
Application $260.00
Renewal 285.00
Renewal retired active 100.00
Late renewal penalty 142.50
Expired license reissuance 142.50
Duplicate license 25.00
Oral examination 350.00
Certification of license 25.00
Amendment of certificate of qualification 30.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250, 2001 2nd sp.s. c 7 and RCW 18.83.020. 01-23-101, § 246-924-990, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-924-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-924-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 96-08-006, § 246-924-990, filed 3/22/96, effective 4/22/96; 91-13-002 (Order 173), § 246-924-990, filed 6/6/91, effective 7/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-05-028 (Order 133), recodified as § 246-924-990, filed 2/12/91, effective 3/15/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 90-04-094 (Order 029), § 308-122-275, filed 2/7/90, effective 3/10/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 87-10-028 (Order PM 650), § 308-122-275, filed 5/1/87. Statutory Authority: 1983 c 168 § 12. 83-17-031 (Order PL 442), § 308-122-275, filed 8/10/83. Formerly WAC 308-122-460.]

OTS-7803.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-926-990   Radiological technologists certification and registration fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Certificates and registrations must be renewed every two years on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:

Title of Fee Fee
Application - certification $45.00
Exam fee - certification 30.00
Application - registration 35.00
Certification renewal 45.00
Registration renewal 35.00
Late renewal penalty - certification 45.00
Late renewal penalty - registration 35.00
Expired certificate reissuance 45.00
Expired registration reissuance 35.00
Certification of registration or certificate 15.00
Duplicate registration of certificate 15.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-926-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-926-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.84.040 and 18.84.100. 92-05-010 (Order 237), § 246-926-990, filed 2/7/92, effective 2/19/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-926-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.84.040. 89-01-015 (Order PM 802), § 308-183-180, filed 12/9/88.]

OTS-7804.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 03-09-065, filed 4/15/03, effective 7/1/03)

WAC 246-927-990   How often do I need to renew and what are the costs for registration?   (1) Registrations must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for registered recreational therapists:


Title of Fee Fee
Application $110.00
Renewal 85.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired registration reissuance 50.00
Duplicate registration 15.00
Certification of certificate 25.00

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.230 RCW and RCW 43.70.250. 03-09-065, § 246-927-990, filed 4/15/03, effective 7/1/03.]

OTS-7805.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-11-165, filed 5/23/01, effective 6/23/01)

WAC 246-928-990   Respiratory care fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every two years on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
Application $ 70.00
Temporary practice permit 35.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Verification of licensure 15.00
Renewal 50.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired license reissuance 50.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.89.050(1). 01-11-165, § 246-928-990, filed 5/23/01, effective 6/23/01. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-928-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-928-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.89 RCW and RCW 43.70.040. 95-18-019, § 246-928-990, filed 8/24/95, effective 9/24/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 92-15-032 (Order 285), § 246-928-990, filed 7/7/92, effective 8/7/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.89.050 and 43.70.250. 92-02-018 (Order 224), § 246-928-990, filed 12/23/91, effective 1/23/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-928-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 88-17-099 (Order PM 741), § 308-195-110, filed 8/23/88.]

OTS-7806.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-101, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99)

WAC 246-930-990   Sex offender treatment provider fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Certificates must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for:

Title of Fee Fee
Sex offender treatment provider:
     Application and examination $ 500.00
     Reexamination 250.00
     Initial certification 100.00
     Renewal 800.00
     Inactive status 300.00
     Late renewal penalty 300.00
     Expired certificate reissuance 300.00
     Expired inactive certificate reissuance 150.00
     Duplicate certificate 15.00
     Extension fee 1,475.00

     (3) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for affiliate treatment provider:
     Application and examination 200.00
     Reexamination 100.00
     Renewal 300.00
     Inactive status 200.00
     Late renewal penalty 150.00
     Expired affiliate certificate reissuance 150.00
     Expired inactive affiliate certificate

reissuance

100.00

     Duplicate certificate 15.00
     Extension fee 850.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 99-08-101, § 246-930-990, filed 4/6/99, effective 7/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-930-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.155.040. 94-13-179, § 246-930-990, filed 6/21/94, effective 7/22/94; 92-12-027 (Order 275), § 246-930-990, filed 5/28/92, effective 6/28/92; 91-11-063 (Order 168), § 246-930-990, filed 5/16/91, effective 6/16/91.]

OTS-7871.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 03-10-044, filed 5/1/03, effective 6/1/03)

WAC 246-933-590   Humane society and animal care and control agency (entity) fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Registrations must be renewed every year on August 1 as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 3. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The nonrefundable fees are:


Title of Fee Fee
Entity registration $100.00
Entity renewal 75.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired registration reissuance 50.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250 and 18.92.260. 03-10-044, § 246-933-590, filed 5/1/03, effective 6/1/03.]

OTS-7854.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-23-101, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02)

WAC 246-933-990   Veterinarian fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:


Title of Fee Fee
State examination (initial/retake) $125.00
Initial state license 115.00
Specialty licensure 115.00
Impaired veterinarian assessment 10.00
Temporary permit 200.00
State or specialty license renewal 120.00
Retired active license and renewal 55.00
Late renewal penalty (state and specialty license) 60.00
Expired license reissuance 60.00
Late renewal penalty (retired active license) 50.00
Duplicate license 15.00
Certification of license 15.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250, 2001 2nd sp.s. c 7 and RCW 18.92.120. 01-23-101, § 246-933-990, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-933-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 93-14-011, § 246-933-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93; 93-08-028 (Order 351), § 246-933-990, filed 3/30/93, effective 4/30/93; 92-07-036 (Order 252), § 246-933-990, filed 3/10/92, effective 4/10/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-050 (Order 122), § 246-933-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91.]

OTS-7807.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-23-101, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02)

WAC 246-935-990   Veterinary technician fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Registrations must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:

Title of Fee Fee
State examination (initial/retake) $100.00
Initial registration 75.00
Renewal 65.00
Late renewal penalty 50.00
Expired registration reissuance 50.00
Duplicate registration 15.00
Certification of registration 15.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250, 2001 2nd sp.s. c 7 and RCW 18.92.125. 01-23-101, § 246-935-990, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-935-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250. 93-14-011, § 246-935-990, filed 6/24/93, effective 7/25/93; 92-07-036 (Order 252), § 246-935-990, filed 3/10/92, effective 4/10/92. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.040. 91-02-050 (Order 122), § 246-935-990, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91.]

OTS-7808.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-23-101, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02)

WAC 246-937-990   Veterinary medication clerk fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Registrations must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:

Title of Fee Fee
Initial registration $30.00
Renewal 30.00
Late renewal penalty 30.00
Expired registration reissuance 30.00
Duplicate registration 15.00

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.250, 2001 2nd sp.s. c 7 and RCW 18.92.125. 01-23-101, § 246-937-990, filed 11/21/01, effective 1/21/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.280. 98-05-060, § 246-937-990, filed 2/13/98, effective 3/16/98. Statutory Authority: Chapter 34.05 RCW. 94-19-098, § 246-937-990, filed 9/21/94, effective 10/22/94.]

OTS-7809.1


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-24-097, filed 11/30/99, effective 12/31/99)

WAC 246-939-990   Surgical technologists -- Fees and renewal cycle.   (1) Registration must be renewed every year on registrant's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2. The secretary may require payment of renewal fees less than those established in this section if the current level of fees is likely to result in a surplus of funds. Surplus funds are those in excess of the amount necessary to pay for the costs of administering the program and to maintain a reasonable reserve. Notice of any adjustment in the required payment will be provided to practitioners. The adjustment in the required payment shall remain in place for the duration of a renewal cycle to assure practitioners an equal benefit from the adjustment.

     (2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged for registration:

Title of Fee Fee
Application for registration $50.00
Renewal of registration 125.00
Registration late fee 62.50
Duplicate registration 10.00
Expired registration reissuance 62.50
Registration issuance 25.00

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.215 RCW. 99-24-097, § 246-939-990, filed 11/30/99, effective 12/31/99.]

OTS-7860.1


REPEALER

     The following section of the Washington Administrative Code is repealed:
WAC 246-930-995 Conversion to a birthday renewal cycle.

OTS-7858.1


REPEALER

     The following section of the Washington Administrative Code is repealed:
WAC 246-907-995 Conversion to a birthday renewal cycle.

OTS-7859.1


REPEALER

     The following section of the Washington Administrative Code is repealed:
WAC 246-922-995 Conversion to a birthday renewal cycle.

OTS-7857.1


REPEALER

     The following section of the Washington Administrative Code is repealed:
WAC 246-849-995 Conversion to a birthday renewal cycle.

OTS-7855.1


REPEALER

     The following section of the Washington Administrative Code is repealed:
WAC 246-812-995 Conversion to a birthday renewal cycle.

OTS-7856.1


REPEALER

     The following section of the Washington Administrative Code is repealed:
WAC 246-824-995 Conversion to a birthday renewal cycle.

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