HB 2465 Summary

• Physicians licensed in Arizona are granted immunity from civil liability for failing to diagnose, treat, identify medical conditions, or communicate examination findings when the examination is ordered by a third party rather than the patient.

• The immunity applies to three types of examinations: workers' compensation medical examinations under section 23-1026, preemployment medical examinations, and examinations to assess injury extent in personal injury claims or insurance disputes.

• Physicians retain liability only for personal injuries caused by the physician during the conduct of the medical examination itself.