In the event of a practice owner’s incapacitation, how long can unlicensed trustees manage the practice?

In the context of California chiropractic practice, unlicensed trustees are allowed to manage a practice in the event that the practice owner becomes incapacitated for a limited period. This provision is designed to ensure that the practice can continue to operate smoothly while arrangements are made for the transfer of ownership or the re-establishment of management.

The correct duration for which unlicensed trustees can manage the practice is six months. This timeframe allows for adequate planning and transition, ensuring that patient care is not disrupted and that the practice can continue to function during a potentially challenging period for the owner. This regulation strikes a balance between providing necessary management support and ensuring that licensed professionals are ultimately responsible for patient care.

The other options reflect insufficient or excessive timeframes that do not align with the regulatory decision to allow six months for unlicensed trustees to oversee the management of a chiropractic practice in such cases.