CT HB06979

Starting January 1, 2026, retired physicians may renew their medical licenses at a reduced fee of 10% of the standard professional services fee or $95, whichever is greater, with licenses indicating retired status

Commissioner of Public Health must adopt regulations by January 1, 2026 defining "retired from the profession," establishing procedures for retired physicians to return to active practice, and setting scope-of-practice restrictions including limiting retired licensees to volunteer services without compensation

Retired physicians whose licenses have become void may apply for reinstatement, subject to eligibility requirements and potential practice restrictions imposed by the commissioner

Professional liability insurance exemptions for physicians providing direct patient care are expanded to include behavioral health care services at 501(c)(3) tax-exempt clinics, provided services are uncompensated and clinics maintain specified coverage levels

Commissioner of Public Health shall establish a student loan repayment program for health care providers delivering primary care and behavioral health services in Connecticut, with primary care defined to include family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, obstetrics, and gynecology