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IN HB1282
Bill
Status
5/4/2015
Primary Sponsor
David Frizzell
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AI Summary
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Redefines "prescriptive supervision" to allow licensed dentists to not be physically present when dental hygienists provide patient care if specific conditions are met, including the hygienist completing at least 2 years of active practice under direct supervision at an average of 20 hours per week.
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Requires a licensed dentist to provide a comprehensive oral examination within 7 months (in a dental office setting) or on the same day (in other settings) and issue a written authority or prescription order valid for no more than 45 days before the dental hygienist provides patient care under prescriptive supervision.
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Prohibits dental hygienists from using lasers to cut, ablate, or cauterize hard or soft tissue for patient treatment.
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Mandates that written orders from dentists supervising dental hygienists must be recorded, signed, and dated in patient records.
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Requires the state board of dentistry to report to the legislative council by October 1, 2017, on the effectiveness of prescriptive supervision laws and any needed changes, with this reporting requirement expiring December 31, 2017.
Legislative Description
Dental hygiene practice. Amends the definition of "prescriptive supervision" for purposes of the practice of dental hygiene. Provides that a dental hygienist may not use a laser that cuts, ablates, or cauterizes hard or soft tissue to provide treatment to a patient. Requires that if a dental hygienist practices under the prescriptive supervision of a licensed dentist, the dentist's written order must be recorded, signed, and dated in the patient's records.
Last Action
Public Law 140
5/4/2015