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System Downtime Update

September 2, 2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the new system launch has been delayed. The system downtime schedule is as follows: System Downtime – Friday, August 29 through Monday, September 4, 2025: Please be advised that the current system will be temporarily unavailable from Friday, August 29 through Thursday, September 4, 2025, to allow for the transition to […]

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New Licensee Portal Launch & System Downtime

August 22, 2025

The North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (NCBOESLPA) is excited to announce the launch of a new data system, including upgraded licensee portals, designed to better serve our licensees and registrants. System Downtime – Friday, August 29 through Monday, September 1, 2025:Please be advised that the current system will be temporarily unavailable from Friday, […]

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CMS Reverses its Interpretation of Provisional Licensure

July 30, 2025

The North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (NCBOESLPA) is sharing the following update for informational purposes: According to an announcement from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has reversed its previous interpretation regarding the billing eligibility of provisional license holders, also referred to as […]

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Revisions to the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual

June 18, 2025

The North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (NCBOESLPA) is aware of the concerns raised by recent revisions to the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual regarding the definition of a qualified speech-language pathologist (SLP). As a licensing board established under North Carolina state statute, NCBOESLPA does not have authority over reimbursement matters, including […]

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Notice of Proposed Rule Change - The Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC)

May 30, 2025

Title of Rule: Proposed Amendment to the ASLP-IC Rule on Implementation of Criminal Background Check Requirement Purpose: ASLP-IC member states’ implementation and utilization of procedures for considering the criminal history records of applicants for an initial privilege to practice is required by the model legislation. Authority: Section 3: State Participation in the Compact; Section 8: Establishment of […]

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Celebrating National Speech Language Hearing Month!

May 1, 2025

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Important Security Notice for Licensees and Registrants

February 25, 2025

We have recently received reports that unauthorized individuals are impersonating Board representatives by calling and falsely claiming that your license is under investigation or has been flagged for fraudulent activity. What You Need to Do: Your security is our top priority. Please remain vigilant and report any suspicious calls to us immediately. Thank you for […]

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Extended License Renewal Grace Period for North Carolina Licensees Affected by Hurricane Helene

December 11, 2024

In response to the ongoing impact of Hurricane Helene, the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (NCBOESLPA) has announced an extension for license renewal grace periods for affected licensees. Extension Details: Important Reminder: If you choose to provide services during your grace period, please ensure your license is renewed before the expiration of the […]

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Hurricane Helene Resources

October 15, 2024

October 8, 2024 Announcement: At the October 7, 2024 meeting the Board determined to make the following allowances: In response to Hurricane Helene and pursuant to 21 NCAC 64.0108 Waiver and North Carolina Executive Order 318, the Board will grant the following waivers/allowances to any NC licensees affected by Hurricane Helene without the need for submission of the waiver/allowance form. In response to Hurricane Helene and pursuant […]

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Medicaid Communication Access Services

June 20, 2024

In 2019, the North Carolina Institute of Medicine partnered with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DSDHH) to study access barriers in health care for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind individuals. One of the barriers identified in the report, is the cost to providers […]

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