Chapter II: Chiropodist

In accordance with article L. 4323-5 of this Code, the unauthorised use of the title of chiropodist, chiropodist or podiatrist is prohibited. The use of diplomas, certificates or titles not recognised by the Conseil national de l’ordre is also prohibited, as are any procedures intended to mislead the public as to their value, in particular by the use of unauthorised abbreviations.

Subject to compliance with the provisions of articles R. 4322-39, R. 4322-89 and R. 4322-93 of this Code, any chiropodist must, in order to practise as an individual or as part of an association, benefit directly or through the intermediary of a company or partnership: 1° The right to the use, by virtue of legal title, of professional premises, furnishings, sufficient technical equipment to receive and treat patients, a separate…

The chiropodist is required to comply with the insurance obligation set out in Article L. 1142-2 of this Code.

The usual place of practice of a chiropodist is that of the professional residence in respect of which he is registered on the roll of the regional or inter-regional council of the Order. However, the creation of one or more secondary practices is authorised if it satisfies the conditions of practice defined in article R. 4322-77 and if, in the geographical area in question, there is a shortage or insufficiency…

The practice of chiropody with patients in a public or private organisation or establishment is not considered to be the opening of a secondary practice, but constitutes an ancillary practice.

The authorisation for a secondary practice may be withdrawn by the authority that granted it if the conditions of article R. 4322-79 are no longer met.

The National Council of the Order determines the situations in which the management of a chiropodist’s practice is authorised in the event of the unavailability of the chiropodist or a partner or their temporary cessation of activity. A chiropodist who allows his or her practice to be managed must inform the regional or inter-regional council of the Order in advance, sending it a copy of the management contract.

The private practice of the profession of chiropodist requires a fixed professional establishment. The exclusive practice of chiropody in patients’ homes is prohibited.

The chiropodist may enter into a commercial lease under the conditions set out inarticle L. 145-2 of the French Commercial Code.

A chiropodist who temporarily ceases to practise may only be replaced by a practitioner registered with the Association. The president of the regional or inter-regional council of the Order must be informed immediately. The replacement may not exceed four months, unless an exemption is granted by the regional or inter-regional council. It must be the subject of a written contract in accordance with a standard contract drawn up by the…