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AR SB878
Bill
Status
5/17/2013
Primary Sponsor
Bruce Maloch
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AI Summary
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Adds a new exemption to the Arkansas Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics Practice Act allowing licensed pharmacists and individuals under pharmacist supervision to fit, provide, or shape diabetic shoes and inserts without regulation by the Advisory Board
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Permits pharmacists to apply heat to diabetic shoes and inserts as necessary during the fitting and shaping process
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Allows pharmacists to assist patients in making foot impressions using methods such as a crush box for the purpose of ordering custom noncorrective inserts from a licensed pedorthist
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Creates subdivision (6) under Arkansas Code § 17-107-104 to codify these exemptions for pharmacy professionals
Legislative Description
To Amend The Arkansas Orthotics, Prosthetics, And Pedorthics Practice Act Of 2007.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
5/17/2013