
Hawaii Summary of Med Spa Laws |
Hawaii Frequently Asked Medical Aesthetic Legal QuestionsThe Hawaii medical spa legal summary breaks down the laws governing non-invasive medical aesthetics in the state. Which procedures at medical spas constitute medical treatment?Medical spas were developed to offer certain aesthetic skin care>>Read More Who can own a medical spa?Under Hawaii law, a medical spa may>>Read More If I’m not a doctor, can I employ a “medical director” to provide medical services for my medical spa?Since Hawaii has not>>Read More If I'm not a doctor, can I share in the profits of a medical spa?As a general rule, non-physicians may>>Read More Can a nurse, physician assistant or nurse practitioner take a commission for administering laser treatments or injectables like Botox?A nurse, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner may>>Read More Do I have to be a doctor to own medical spa equipment, like lasers, or real estate?An unlicensed person or entity may>>Read More Do I need to charge sales tax on procedures like Botox?Hawaii does not>>Read More Are Botox parties legal?Hawaii law>>Read More Who can legally fire a laser under Hawaii law?In Hawaii, firing of lasers is>>Read More Who can legally inject Botox under Hawaii law?In Hawaii, injection of Botox is>>Read More Does a physician need to be on site during laser and intense pulse light (IPL) devices?If the physician delegates to a>>Read More What kind of physician supervision is needed for a registered nurse (RN) in a medical spa?Hawaii law does not>>Read More Does a physician have to examine every new patient before the patient is treated at a med spa?A physician is required to>>Read More What about nurse practitioners and physician assistants? Can they see new patients or must a physician do it?The new patient examination may>>Read More When is a physician-patient relationship needed? How is it established? Is a physician-patient relationship established by a consultation?The physician-patient relationship is>>Read More Does a medical spa need to obtain a license to operate?A medical spa is>>Read More Can a medical spa offer discounts through Groupon or other similar social networking websites?Hawaii law does not>>Read More What type of records are medical spas required to keep of their patients?Medical spas are>>Read More Can a med spa text or email patients to convey confidential medical information?HIPAA allows covered health care professionals>>Read More If a patient posted a message or a review on a medical spa’s social media page, can and how should the medical spa respond?When communicating on social media, a medical spa should>>Read More Is it legal to purchase drugs like Botox and fillers from overseas? From Canada, Europe, or Asia?Food, drugs and medical devices are>>Read More Can a chiropractor or dentist serve as a medical director?The term "medical director">>Read More Who can legally perform the following treatments: microneedling; lasers/light-emitting devices; dermaplaning; Coolsculpting; permanent makeup?In Hawaii, microneedling, dermaplaning and>>Read More Disclaimer: The information and answers contained in these frequently asked questions provide a general guide to certain laws that apply to "medical spas" in this particular state. The information on this site is for general reference only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed, as medical spa legalities and regulations change very frequently. This information is not intended to provide legal advice, and it should not be relied upon as legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. Readers: You should not act upon this information without seeking knowledgeable legal counsel that takes the laws of your jurisdiction into account. All uses of the content of this site, other than personal uses, are prohibited. ![]() Additional Resources
![]() AmSpa's legal summaries are powered by ByrdAdatto, a business and healthcare law firm with an aesthetics practice that spans the United States. If you need additional legal counsel for any matters concerning your medical spa or medical aesthetic practice contact ByrdAdatto.
|
2/14/2019 » 2/18/2019
11th American-Brazilian Aesthetic Meeting
2/25/2019 » 2/27/2019
Leap Ahead | Blueprint On How To Elevate Your Success
3/7/2019 » 3/10/2019
Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting
3/10/2019 » 3/12/2019
International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conferences