(1) “”Mediation”” means a process whereby a mediator appointed by the Department acts to encourage and facilitate resolution of a legally sufficient complaint. It is an informal and nonadversarial process with the objective of assisting the parties to reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

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Terms Used In Florida Regulations 64B8-55.004

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
    (2) For purposes of Florida Statutes § 456.078, the Board designates the following as being appropriate for mediation.
    (a) Failure to respond timely to a continuing education audit;
    (b) Failure to comply with advertising requirements, where there has been no harm to any patients;
    (c) Permitting a license to become delinquent for fewer than 30 days, provided the licensee has not practiced, attempted to practice, or offered to practice the profession during the delinquency period;
    (d) Offering discounted or free professional services without providing the statement required by Florida Statutes § 456.062, where there has been no harm to any patients.
Rulemaking Authority 456.078, 478.43 FS. Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 456.078. History-New 12-17-01, Amended 6-3-03.