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MS HB1288
Bill
Status
2/4/2014
Primary Sponsor
Tom Weathersby
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AI Summary
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Licensed acupuncturists in Mississippi with 5 consecutive years of good standing and no disciplinary actions would be exempt from requiring patients to have a physician referral or prescription before receiving treatment
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Currently, all acupuncturists must only treat patients who have received a written referral or prescription from a physician
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Acupuncturists who do not meet the 5-year exemption threshold must continue providing reports to the referring physician on patient condition and progress
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The bill amends Section 73-71-7 of the Mississippi Code of 1972
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Effective date: July 1, 2014
Legislative Description
Acupuncturist; exempt certain from requirement of physician referral of patients.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/4/2014