CT HB06540

Licensed physicians and advanced practice registered nurses may provide HIV prophylaxis or treatment to minors with parental consent, or without consent if the provider determines notification would result in denial of care or the minor would discontinue treatment if parents were notified.

Providers must fully document their reasons for treating a minor without parental consent or notification, with documentation signed by the minor and included in the clinical record.

All medical facts regarding consultation, examination, prophylaxis, or treatment of minors shall remain confidential and cannot be disclosed without the minor's consent, including billing information.

Providers must report minors age twelve or younger receiving such services to the Commissioner of Children and Families or designee for classification and evaluation.

"Prophylaxis" is defined as the use of medication to prevent disease but does not include vaccine administration, and minors are personally liable for all costs of services provided at their request.