MN HF3026

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 147.081 to clarify that performing laser procedures without authorization under section 147.38 constitutes practicing medicine without a license.

Establishes section 147.38 to regulate laser, intense pulsed light, and radio frequency device treatments for aesthetic purposes, allowing performance by nurses, advanced medical practitioners, and health practitioners under physician delegation.

Requires written protocols delegated by physicians to include client screening criteria, device specifications, complication management plans, treatment documentation procedures, referral processes, and quality assurance monitoring.

Mandates care providers complete laser safety training and demonstrate proficiency before performing treatments, with delegating physicians maintaining general supervision and availability to see clients within 24 hours.

Requires all aesthetic laser treatment facilities to have a licensed medical director, inform clients treatments are for aesthetic purposes only, maintain liability insurance, and implement quality assurance programs monitoring complications and protocol adherence.