Medical director requirement
Required for facilities with non-physician injectors
Corporate Practice of Medicine
Lenient; MSO/management structures permitted with physician oversight This is the doctrine that decides whether a non-physician can own or control the practice, and it usually travels hand-in-hand with the medical-director question.
Who can supervise or delegate
NP/PA may inject under physician collaboration; independent practice not permitted for injectables
How the exam ties in
Required; in-person examination generally required before treatment
What to verify in Rhode Island
Establish a written delegation agreement with your medical director and ensure compliance with Rhode Island Department of Health regulations for non-physician injectors.
Primary source: Rhode Island Department of Health; Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline
General business information for Rhode Island medical-spa owners, current as of 2026 — not legal advice. State boards update rules often; confirm specifics with the Rhode Island board (and your own counsel) before you act.