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DE SB90
Bill
Status
5/31/2011
Primary Sponsor
Earl Jaques
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AI Summary
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Requires facilities where invasive medical procedures are performed (not already licensed by the Department) to maintain accreditation by a Department-approved accrediting organization
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Existing facilities must submit proof of accreditation or application within 6 months of regulation adoption; new facilities must submit within 12 months of opening
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Facilities must submit accrediting organization survey reports to the Department within 30 days after each survey, and must immediately cease operations if accreditation lapses or is revoked
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Department of Health and Social Services must form a stakeholder group including physicians from specialties such as Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, Anesthesia, Pain Management, podiatry, dentistry, and patient representatives to advise on regulations
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Prohibits physicians, dentists, and podiatrists from performing invasive procedures in facilities that are not properly accredited or licensed, with regulations required by March 31, 2012
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 16 And Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Accreditation For Safe And Sanitary Operation Of Facilities Where Invasive Medical Procedures Are Performed.
Last Action
Assigned to Health & Social Services Committee in Senate
5/31/2011