NJ A1424

Requires licensed health care facilities serving children to perform Lyme disease screening at well-child visits, using a standardized checklist developed by the Department of Health

Mandates screening checklist administration during symptom-related visits (fever, fatigue, rash, joint pain, headache) occurring between April 1 and October 31 each year

Requires providers to document responses and order Lyme testing or refer for further evaluation if potential risk is indicated

Adds one mandatory continuing medical education credit on Lyme disease for physicians as a condition of biennial license registration

Lyme education modules must cover preventive measures, health risks, screening best practices, and communication strategies with parents/guardians, available in multiple formats including online courses and in-person seminars