SB0649 Summary

• Extends the sunset date for the Medical Practice Act of 1987 from December 31, 2014 to December 31, 2015, preventing the act from expiring.

• Makes terminology changes throughout the Medical Practice Act, replacing "restoration" with "reinstatement" for license status changes and updating references to medical accreditation bodies.

• Establishes the Chief Medical Coordinator as the chief enforcement officer with authority over Department enforcement and discipline policies, requiring review by the Disciplinary Board.

• Adds new disciplinary grounds including adverse actions by federal or state agencies prohibiting service to participants, and excessive collaborative agreements with advanced practice nurses or prescribing psychologists.

• Modifies fee structures effective July 1, 2018, reducing original license fees from $700 to $500 and renewal fees from $230-$460 to $167-$250 depending on residency status.