What must appear in advertising when using a fictitious name?

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What must appear in advertising when using a fictitious name?

When advertising under a fictitious name, the licensed professional must clearly reveal who is actually providing the services by including their real name and their licensure status. This requirement ensures accountability and prevents deception, so the public knows which licensed practitioner is responsible for the services and that they are properly credentialed. Including only the fictitious name would not identify the practitioner or confirm licensure, and extra identifiers like social security numbers are inappropriate and unsafe to share. If more than one practitioner is advertised, each must be listed with their full name and licensure status.

When advertising under a fictitious name, the licensed professional must clearly reveal who is actually providing the services by including their real name and their licensure status. This requirement ensures accountability and prevents deception, so the public knows which licensed practitioner is responsible for the services and that they are properly credentialed. Including only the fictitious name would not identify the practitioner or confirm licensure, and extra identifiers like social security numbers are inappropriate and unsafe to share. If more than one practitioner is advertised, each must be listed with their full name and licensure status.

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