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MI HB5789
Bill
Status
5/24/2018
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrey Noble
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AI Summary
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Amends the Public Health Code to remove the phrase "as defined in section 7104" from the grounds for disciplinary action regarding controlled substances, clarifying the definition of prohibited drug possession and use.
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Establishes grounds for disciplinary subcommittee action against health professionals, including violations of general duty, personal disqualifications (incompetence, substance use disorder, mental/physical inability), and criminal convictions related to sexual offenses, fraud, and controlled substances.
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Prohibits unprofessional conduct including sexual contact with patients (regardless of patient initiation or consent), false advertising, fee-splitting, fraud in obtaining reimbursement, and unlawful referrals under federal law (42 USC 1395nn).
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment, contingent on the passage of House Bill 5787 and House Bill 5790 by the 99th Legislature.
Legislative Description
Health occupations; health professionals; permanent revocation of license or registration if convicted of sexual conduct under pretext of medical treatment; provide for. Amends sec. 16221 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16221). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5787'18, HB 5790'18
Crimes: criminal sexual conduct
Last Action
Referred To Committee Of The Whole With Substitute S-1
6/7/2018