How to Open a Med Spa in Maine
Who can own a medical spa in Maine?
Anyone may own a medical spa in Maine, provided all services are furnished by licensed healthcare providers acting within their scopes of practice.
Can nurses perform Botox injections in Maine?
Yes, properly educated registered nurses may perform Botox injections as well as inject dermal fillers in Maine.
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Are there specific facility licensure requirements for medical spas in Maine?
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services Division of Licensing and Certification requires certification for certain types of medical facilities. However, these certification requirements typically only apply to facilities that bill federal payors (skilled nursing facilities, dialysis centers, hospitals, etc.). There is no state-level certification requirement for the typical medical spa or IV hydration clinic.
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Is a salon license needed in Maine?
A medical spa or IV hydration clinic may need to apply for an establishment license in Maine if it provides services that are considered the practice of cosmetology or aesthetics. If necessary, the med spa or IV hydration clinic should apply for a Level 1 Establishment License. Maine also requires a special license that is specific to the provision of mobile aesthetics and cosmetology services.
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