FL S0848

Redefines "clinic" to include mobile clinics and portable equipment providers, and clarifies that clinics are entities that receive remuneration for health care services.

Expands the definition of "applicant" for clinic licensure to include any individual with any ownership interest (not just 5% or more), medical/clinic directors, financial officers, and licensed practitioners at the clinic.

Prohibits applicants from having an arrest awaiting final disposition for, or conviction of, a felony or crime punishable by 1 year or more imprisonment under state, federal, or foreign law.

Requires the Agency for Health Care Administration to deny clinic license applications or renewals from applicants previously found by a regulatory agency or court to have committed acts resulting in suspension or revocation of a clinic license.

Establishes administrative penalties of $5,000 per day for licensed clinics whose medical director or clinic director fails to ensure that practitioners providing health care services have valid licenses.