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CT HB06547

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/4/2011

Primary Sponsor

Public Health Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires entities making payment on medical malpractice awards or settlements against licensed health care providers to notify the Department of Public Health with copies of the award, settlement, underlying complaint, and answer.

  • Directs the Department of Public Health to review all medical malpractice awards and settlements to determine whether further investigation or disciplinary action against providers is warranted.

  • Requires the Department of Public Health to notify licensing agencies in other states or territories if a malpractice award or settlement involves an individual known or believed to be practicing outside Connecticut.

  • Specifies that notification to other states must occur regardless of whether the Department pursues further investigation or disciplinary action, or whether the individual currently holds a Connecticut license.

  • Takes effect October 1, 2011 and amends section 19a-17a of the general statutes.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Responsibilities Of The Department Of Public Health Upon Receiving Notice Of A Malpractice Claim Or Settlement Involving A Health Care Provider Presently Or Formerly Licensed By The State.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/11

3/7/2011

Committee Referrals

Public Health3/4/2011

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