Indiana now has a law written just for med spas. Senate Enrolled Act 282 was signed into law, and a med spa has to register with the state to do business starting January 1, 2027. If you own or run a med spa in Indiana, that date is about two months away.
By Amber Bechthold, Founder & CEO of Aesthetic Compliance Experts · Esthetician with 25 years in medicine and aesthetics · Last reviewed October 27, 2026
Key Facts at a Glance
Status: Passed · takes effect soon
State: Indiana
Law: SB 282 (Senate Enrolled Act 282)
Law took effect: July 1, 2026
Registration required: January 1, 2027. The state says registration opens that day.
What it does: med spas must register with the state, name a responsible practitioner and report serious adverse events
Who it affects: Indiana med spas
What Changed
Registration: a med spa has to register with the state to do business.
A named "responsible practitioner": someone who can prescribe and spends time on site.
Adverse event reporting: a med spa has to tell the board within 15 days of a serious adverse event.
Why This Matters in a Med Spa
Starting January 1, 2027, registration is what lets an Indiana med spa do business. The law also names who is responsible for the clinic and sets a clock for reporting serious adverse events.
Does This Apply to My Clinic?
Under the law, a medical spa offers medical services, uses prescription drugs by IV or injection, and markets cosmetic, weight loss, wellness or longevity care. It does not cover a doctor's office or a place already licensed by the state.
What the law doesn't spell out
What registration costs or how often it renews
How much time on site is enough for the responsible practitioner
It does not use the words "medical director"
Ask the Medical Licensing Board of Indiana or your attorney.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do Indiana med spas have to register?
Med spas must be registered to do business starting January 1, 2027.
Is SB 282 a bill or a law?
A law. It was signed as Senate Enrolled Act 282 and took effect July 1, 2026.
Does this apply to a doctor's office?
No. The law's definition leaves out a doctor's office and places already licensed by the state.
How fast does a serious adverse event have to be reported?
Within 15 days, to the board.
Sources
Indiana General Assembly: Senate Enrolled Act 282 (2026)
What This Means for Your Clinic
If your clinic is in Indiana, the areas this touches are:
Your registration details: legal name, trade name, address, website and services
Your responsible practitioner and their license
Your adverse event process and the 15-day clock
Our clients get the step-by-step plan. Questions about your own setup go to your attorney or the Medical Licensing Board of Indiana.
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This post is educational. It is not legal advice, and requirements differ by state and by practice. Confirm how any change applies to your clinic with your own attorney or your licensing board.
