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CT HB06594

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/11/2011

Primary Sponsor

Public Health Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires medical institutions to notify the Department of Public Health when a licensed employee settles or receives an award in a medical malpractice claim.

  • Expands notification requirement to include both the entity making payment and the employing institution, where previously only the paying entity was required to report.

  • Requires submission of the award/settlement terms, a copy of the award or settlement, and the underlying complaint and answer to the Department of Public Health.

  • Department of Public Health shall review all reported awards and settlements to determine whether further investigation or disciplinary action against the healthcare provider is warranted.

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

Legislative Description

An Act Requiring A Medical Institution To Notify The Department Of Public Health When An Employee Of The Institution Is Required To Pay For Or Settles A Medical Malpractice Claim Against The Employee.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/23

3/18/2011

Committee Referrals

Public Health3/11/2011

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