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CT HB06937

Bill

Status

Passed

7/2/2015

Primary Sponsor

Public Health Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Replaces the definition of "conscious sedation" with four new sedation categories: minimal sedation, moderate sedation, deep sedation, and general anesthesia, effective October 1, 2015

  • Dentists may use minimal sedation without obtaining a permit from the Commissioner of Public Health

  • Dentists must obtain a permit to use moderate sedation, deep sedation, or general anesthesia, with initial permits valid for 12 months and renewable annually

  • Updates licensing violation provisions to reference permits authorizing "moderate sedation, deep sedation or general anesthesia" rather than the previous "dental anesthesia or conscious sedation" terminology

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Department Of Public Health's Recommendations Regarding The Definitions Of Sedation And General Anesthesia.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

7/2/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Health2/26/2015

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