DE SB298

Increases maximum fines imposed by the Board of Medical Practice from $5,000 to $10,000 for first violations and to $50,000 for subsequent violations.

Expands the Board's enforcement authority to include fines against non-licensees and healthcare institutions that have mandatory reporting duties under the Medical Practice Act, not just licensed physicians.

Modifies disciplinary procedures to apply to any "respondent" with duties under the Medical Practice Act, broadening the scope beyond persons holding medical certificates.

Allows the Board to impose fines on any person, healthcare provider, healthcare institution, and the Medical Society of Delaware for violations of duties imposed by the chapter.

Streamlines language in enforcement procedures to reference "alleged charges" generally rather than limiting to unprofessional conduct or inability to practice medicine safely.