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CT HB05398
Bill
Status
3/8/2022
Primary Sponsor
Public Health Committee
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AI Summary
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Requires physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice registered nurses to advise patients of pain management options prior to or while performing gynecological procedures, including pelvic examinations.
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Mandates that healthcare providers offer patients the opportunity to utilize pain management options before performing or continuing the gynecological procedure.
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Applies to all licensed healthcare providers under Connecticut General Statutes chapters 370 (physicians and physician assistants) and 378 (advanced practice registered nurses).
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Takes effect immediately upon passage with no sunset date specified.
Legislative Description
An Act Requiring Certain Health Care Providers To Notify Their Patients Of Pain Management Options During A Gynecological Procedure.
Last Action
Public Hearing 03/21
3/17/2022