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AZ HB2054
Bill
Status
3/7/2012
Primary Sponsor
Cecil Ash
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AI Summary
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Amends section 32-1401 (definitions in medical practice law) to add requirements for physicians claiming board certification in a specialty or procedure, requiring inclusion of the certifying board's full name and specialty name in advertisements and verification that the board meets American Board of Medical Specialties standards or equivalent.
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Amends section 32-1854 (unprofessional conduct for osteopathic physicians) to add parallel requirements for osteopathic physicians claiming board certification, requiring disclosure of the certifying board's full name and specialty and verification of certification by American Osteopathic Association or equivalent standards.
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Extends unprofessional conduct definitions to include false or misleading representations about board certification status for both allopathic and osteopathic physicians, with specific standards for verifying legitimate certifications.
Legislative Description
Technical correction; medical marijuana
Last Action
Referred to Senate HMLR Committee
3/8/2012