Loading chat...
MO SB953
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/16/2010
Primary Sponsor
Robin Wright-Jones
Click for details
AI Summary
- Repeals and replaces section 332.011 RSMo to add definitions for dental assistants, certified dental assistants, and expanded-functions dental assistants
- Requires expanded-functions dental assistants to obtain a permit from the Missouri dental board authorizing them to perform expanded-functions duties under their own name
- Establishes that dentists may delegate expanded-functions duties to dental assistants or dental hygienists only in accordance with board rules
- Permits expanded-functions permits to be renewed every five years and made subject to discipline under section 332.321
- Authorizes the Missouri dental board to promulgate rules specifying criteria for issuing and renewing expanded-functions permits, subject to chapter 536 rulemaking procedures
Legislative Description
Requires a permit for dental assistants and dental hygienists to perform expanded-functions duties
Last Action
Second Read and Referred S Health, Mental Health, Seniors and Families Committee
2/18/2010
Committee Referrals
Health, Mental Health, Seniors And Families2/18/2010
Full Bill Text
No bill text available