FL H1255

Requires the Florida Department of Health to develop a uniform informed-consent form for licensed midwives to use with clients

Expands required disclosures to include: midwife qualifications, nature and risks of procedures, option to obtain care from a physician or certified nurse midwife instead

Mandates disclosure of the midwife's licensure status and any disciplinary actions within the preceding 5 years

Requires midwives to disclose the number of patient transfers to hospitals or physicians, and adverse incidents resulting in disciplinary action, within the preceding 5 years

Requires disclosure of the midwife's hospital admitting privileges and professional liability insurance coverage; effective date July 1, 2020